Alvamar Orchards is a 9-hole public golf course in Lawrence, Kansas, designed by Mel Anderson and built in 1979. Green fees run $12.00 on weekdays and $14.00 on weekends. The layout features Bermuda Grass fairways and Bent Grass greens, 31-40 bunkers. The course is open year-round, metal spikes allowed. The course handles approximately 32,000 rounds per year, serving the local Lawrence golf community. Alvamar Orchards welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Lawrence, Kansas.
Contact Details
3000 W 15th StLawrence, Kansas 66049
785-843-7456
Course Information
| Course City | Lawrence |
|---|---|
| Course County | Douglas |
| Course State | Kansas |
| Course Classification | Public |
| Course Built | 1979 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 32,000 |
| Course Season | Open all year |
| Course Manager | George Corn |
| Course Club Pro | George Corn |
| Course Superintendant | Jerry Urban |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Designer | Mel Anderson |
| Course Shop Hours | 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM |
| Course Dress Code | Shirt and shoes required |
| Course Weekend Fees | $14.00 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $12.00 |
| Course Tee Reservation | N/A N/A |
| Course Holes | 9 |
| Course Green | Bent Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bermuda Grass |
| Course Water Hazard | No |
| Course Bunker | 31-40 |
| Course Metal Spike | Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | March September |
| Course Overseeding | No Overseeding |
| Course Five-somes | Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at Alvamar Orchards?
It costs $14.00 to play at Alvamar Orchards on the weekend and $12.00 to play on weekdays.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used on the greens at Alvamar Orchards is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bermuda Grass.
What is the dress code at Alvamar Orchards?
The dress code at Alvamar Orchards is Shirt and shoes required.
How many rounds of golf are played at Alvamar Orchards each year?
There are an estimated 32,000 rounds of golf played at Alvamar Orchards each year.
Does Alvamar Orchards have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the Alvamar Orchards course.
Does Alvamar Orchards have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 31-40 sand bunkers located on the Alvamar Orchards course.
When are the greens aerated at Alvamar Orchards?
Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Alvamar Orchards are aerated in March and September.