Mariana Butte Golf Course

Venue Overview

Mariana Butte Golf Course is an award-winning public golf course operated by the City of Loveland, Colorado, and widely considered one of the best municipal courses in the state. Designed by noted architect Dick Phelps and opened in 1992, this premier 18-hole layout is defined by soaring elevated tees, challenging holes that border the rushing Big Thompson River, dramatic red-rock buttes, and breathtaking vistas of the Rocky Mountain Front Range. Less than an hour from Denver yet a world away from big-city bustle, Mariana Butte is scenic, walkable, and beautifully conditioned, a repeat winner of regional "best course" honors and a memorable home for tournaments, outings, and group play.

About the Course

Mariana Butte is an 18-hole, par-72 championship course designed by Dick Phelps and opened in 1992, with a routing that makes excellent use of the natural terrain at the foot of the Front Range. Playing to about 6,700 yards from the back tees, it balances genuine challenge with playability and, thanks to elevation and scenery, ranks among Colorado's most memorable public rounds. It is open to the public. Course features: 18-hole, par-72 championship course designed by Dick Phelps About 6,700 yards from the back tees, with a course rating around 71 and a slope of 130 Opened in 1992 as a City of Loveland course Soaring elevated tees and challenging holes along the Big Thompson River Dramatic red-rock buttes and Rocky Mountain Front Range vistas Two signature holes, the 14th and 16th An easy, scenic walk with true, well-conditioned greens Repeatedly honored as one of the best courses in Northern Colorado

The Playing Experience

Mariana Butte is scenery and strategy in equal measure. Dick Phelps routed the course to take full advantage of the dramatic terrain, so soaring elevated tees launch you toward fairways framed by red-rock buttes, river bluffs, and Front Range vistas. Several holes play right along the rushing Big Thompson River, and the two signature holes, the 14th and 16th, are the ones you will be talking about afterward. The fairways generally offer generous landing zones, but position matters, favoring the high side opens up the greens, so it rewards thoughtful golf while staying welcoming for newer players. Add true, well-conditioned greens and an easy, walkable layout, and it is easy to see why it is repeatedly named among the best public courses on the Front Range.

Practice Facilities & Amenities

Mariana Butte offers a complete setup for a full day of golf: Driving range and putting green Short-game and chipping practice area Full-service pro shop A clubhouse with phenomenal Front Range and river-valley vistas Carts available, with walking permitted at a reduced fee

Lessons & Instruction

Instruction at Mariana Butte is led by PGA Professional Brook Bell, supported by Assistant PGA Professional Kellen Kudrna. Part of the City of Loveland golf program, the staff offers private lessons and clinics for players of all abilities. (Instructors as of 2026.)

Tournaments & Events

Mariana Butte is a popular, award-winning host for tournaments and group outings, pairing a scenic, championship-caliber course with a clubhouse whose vistas make any gathering memorable. Its reputation, value, and Front Range setting make it a standout choice for organizers. Event types hosted: Charity and nonprofit fundraising tournaments Corporate and group outings Competitive and league play Group golf experiences Contact the course to inquire about availability and tournament arrangements for your next event.

Planning Your Event Here

Mariana Butte works well for organizers who want an award-winning, scenic public course with strong value and a memorable clubhouse setting, all less than an hour from Denver at the foot of the Front Range in west Loveland. Event availability and tournament arrangements are coordinated directly with the Golf Loveland staff. Reach out to the course at (970) 667-8308 to plan your outing.

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