Oklahoma City’s five municipal golf courses recorded their busiest year on record during Fiscal Year 2026, with golfers playing 370,661 rounds between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
City officials said the total marks a 13% increase over the previous fiscal year and highlights continued demand for affordable outdoor recreation.
Key Takeaways
- Oklahoma City’s public golf courses had their busiest year ever
- Lincoln Park Golf Course was the most-played course, welcoming nearly 98,000 rounds.
- City leaders say more people are choosing municipal golf courses as an affordable way to get outdoors, stay active and spend time with family and friends.
- OKC’s five municipal courses also host tournaments, lessons, junior programs and community events throughout the year.
Record participation across Oklahoma City golf courses
The City-owned system includes Earlywine, Trosper, Lake Hefner, Lincoln Park and James E. Stewart golf courses. Together, the courses welcomed 42,532 more rounds than the previous fiscal year, setting a new all-time annual record.
Lincoln Park was the busiest course in the system, hosting 97,765 rounds during the fiscal year.
Key Facts
- 370,661 rounds were played across OKC’s municipal golf courses in FY2026.
- Participation increased 13%, or 42,532 rounds, from the previous fiscal year.
- Membership is not required to play or visit the clubhouse facilities.
“These record-breaking numbers show that people are looking for affordable ways to spend time outdoors and stay active,” Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation Director Melinda McMillan-Miller said in the release.
Golf courses support recreation and tournaments
City officials said the courses serve golfers of all ages and skill levels while hosting local, regional and statewide events, including high school and collegiate championships, Oklahoma State Amateur qualifiers and city championships…