Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course was opened in 1995 and was named after Bartley Cavanaugh, Sr. who was a very popular City Manager for over 16 years. Because the City of Sacramento wanted a regulation course to be built on only 91 acres of flat farmland that included only one tree a very creative architect like Perry O. Dye was required. The goal was to design a course that golfers of all skills could enjoy. Over a short period of time, the par 71 Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course has become just that. It has matured into an extremely popular layout with its mounding, quick-growing trees, water holes and excellent conditioning. The #17, Par 3 signature hole, with its island green is only one of several interesting holes that requires careful tee to green shot making skills.