Ribbon cutting for Lake Hefner Golf Club Clubhouse set for April 10
Published on March 09, 2026
Golf enthusiasts are invited to attend the ribbon cutting of the Lake Hefner Golf Club Clubhouse, 4491 S. Lake Hefner Dr., 10 a.m. Friday, April 10, during its grand opening weekend.
The 18,000-square-foot, two-story building features panoramic views of Lake Hefner and the golf course, as well as a new dining option for Oklahoma City residents and visitors.
“Lake Hefner offers a perspective you can’t find anywhere else — sky, water, and fairways that seem to go on forever,” Melinda McMillan-Miller, director of Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation, said. “Our new clubhouse is designed to match that feeling: a refined, welcoming space where golfers celebrate great rounds, and food lovers savor Oklahoma City’s culinary creativity. We're deeply thankful to the voters who endorsed the 2017 GO Bond program and invested in amenities that enrich the quality of life for everyone.”
The clubhouse's first floor includes a golf shop, locker rooms, office space and a grab-and-go food and beverage area named Alsie’s Corner. The second story will feature Maxwell’s on the Lake, a full-service restaurant and bar with panoramic views over the North Course and Lake Hefner. The second floor also includes two golf simulator bays for indoor play.
“We couldn't be more excited to introduce the new Hefner Clubhouse and all it offers to our golfers and the entire Oklahoma City community,” Brad Sliauter, director of golf for Lake Hefner Golf Club, said. “Rising organically from the landscape, the building's architecture pays tribute to the surrounding neighborhoods and the Lake Hefner Dam, creating a striking palette of colors set against the green fairways and Oklahoma's expansive blue sky. More than just a golf shop, the Hefner Clubhouse is designed as a true community gathering place for residents, park visitors, and organizations throughout the metro. Whether you’re here to take in the unmatched views, enjoy a great meal, or play a quick nine on one of our new indoor simulators, we invite you to experience everything the Hefner Clubhouse has to offer.”
The ribbon cutting will be followed by a weekend of special events:
- A simulator showcase and Maxwell's Happy Hour will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 10.
- The Grand Opening Golf Scramble will be a four-person tournament with an 8 a.m. shotgun start on Saturday, April 11. Call (405) 843-1565 for details.
- The Classic Lake Hefner Brunch returns from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at Maxwell's on the Lake.
The $11.8 million clubhouse was funded through the Better Streets, Safer City 2017 General Obligation Bond program.
Voters passed the 2025 General Obligation Bond, which includes $13.5 million for an expansion of the new clubhouse, a project that's expected to begin in 2028. Phase 2 will include a cart barn downstairs and a banquet hall upstairs. When that project is complete, the old clubhouse will be demolished.
Learn more about Oklahoma City's public golf courses or book tee times at okcgolf.com.
The architectural firm Allford Hall Monaghan Morris worked with the Oklahoma City Public Works Department, Parks & Recreation Department and the Golf Commission to design the clubhouse. The clubhouse was built by Wynn Construction.
Maxwell's on the Lake
Maxwell's on the Lake is a full-service restaurant and bar on the second floor of the Lake Hefner Golf Club Clubhouse. Perry Maxwell was a legendary golf course architect who lived in Ardmore and designed courses throughout the state and across the country. He earned the title “father of Oklahoma golf” from his work designing and remodeling dozens of Oklahoma courses, including the first iteration of the North Course at Lake Hefner Golf Club. Perry Maxwell was a founding member of the American Society of Golf Course Architects and a member of the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.
Alsie’s Corner
Alsie's Corner is the grab-and-go restaurant on the first floor of the Lake Hefner Golf Club Clubhouse. It's named in memory of Alsie Gentry "Poppie" Hyden. He was the director of golf at Lake Hefner Golf Course from 1966 to 2023, dedicating 57 years to learning and teaching the game. He passed away in December 2025.
About Lake Hefner Golf Club
Lake Hefner Golf Club is home to two 18-hole courses, a three-hole academy course and a driving range, all flanking Lake Hefner in northwest Oklahoma City. The club is one of five municipal golf courses owned by the City of Oklahoma City and operated by the Parks & Recreation Department. Golfers played more than 80,000 rounds on the course last year.
About Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation operates more than 170 parks, 100 miles of trails, 5,000 acres of public land and a network of recreation, aquatic and athletic centers. The mission of OKC Parks is to provide cultural, social, and recreational experiences that give our community the opportunity to cultivate wellness and enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
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Media Contact:
Carrie Coppernoll Jacobs, Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation
(405) 203-4258
carrie.jacobs@okc.gov