Cattail Creek Golf Course

Venue Overview

Cattail Creek Golf Course is a public, 9-hole par-3 course in central Loveland, Colorado, owned and operated by the City of Loveland as part of the three-course Golf Loveland system. Designed by architect Dick Phelps and opened in 1991, the course plays 1,355 yards to a par of 27 across four sets of tees, with water in play on five of the nine holes — a design that makes it especially popular with beginners and golfers working on their short game. Its forgiving length and quick pace of play have made it one of the busiest short courses in northern Colorado.

About the Course

Since opening in 1991, Cattail Creek has served as Loveland's entry point into the game, joining Mariana Butte and The Olde Course at Loveland as part of the city's Golf Loveland system. Its short, water-guarded par-3 layout is built for quick rounds and skill-building rather than championship length, and the course has become a staple for junior instruction, beginner clinics, and casual golfers around Loveland's central park corridor. A dedicated Mini-Course and S.N.A.G. (Starting New At Golf) area gives young and first-time players an even more approachable entry point before they move to the full nine, using oversized equipment and shortened holes to teach fundamentals in a low-pressure setting. Tee times across all three Golf Loveland courses, including Cattail Creek, can be booked online or by phone.

• Public, 9-hole par-3 course designed by Dick Phelps, opened in 1991
• Par 27, 1,355 yards, four sets of tees
• Water in play on five of nine holes
• Owned and operated by the City of Loveland, part of the Golf Loveland system
• Dedicated Mini-Course and S.N.A.G. area for beginners and young players

Practice Facilities, Dining and Amenities

• Driving range
• Power cart, push cart, and rental club program
• Golf shop, with snacks and drinks available whenever the shop is open
• The Little Fork, a seasonal on-site restaurant open during the summer months
• Cattail Creek Mini-Course / S.N.A.G. area
• Online and phone tee time booking across all three Golf Loveland courses

Lessons and Instruction

Instruction across all three Golf Loveland courses, including Cattail Creek, is provided through the Jax Jones Golf Academy:

• Jax Jones — Director of Instruction.
• Jack Cavanagh, PGA — PGA Teaching Professional.

The academy offers customizable golf programs built around individual schedules and budgets, from single lessons to comprehensive training packages, with discounts available for juniors. Instruction emphasizes fundamentals — grip, stance, posture, and alignment — before progressing to more advanced technique with a focus on building a consistent, reliable golf game. Contact the golf shop at (970) 663-5310 or visit jjgacolorado.com for current lesson availability and junior clinics.

Tournaments and Events

Cattail Creek's short par-3 format and central Loveland location make it a convenient, low-cost host for beginner-friendly scrambles, charity fundraisers, and junior golf events. The course hosts the annual Cattail Creek Par 3 Scramble kick-off tournament each season, giving players an early-season warm-up before Golf Loveland's marquee event, the Loveland Classic city championship, which draws competitive golfers from across all three city courses. Contact the golf shop at (970) 663-5310 to check availability and rates.

Planning Your Event Here

Cattail Creek's Dick Phelps par-3 design and central location make it a fast, approachable option for smaller group outings and beginner-focused events in Loveland. Contact the golf shop to coordinate a booking. The course is located at 2116 W 29th St, Loveland, CO 80538 (970-663-5310).

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