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5 of our least favorite golf holes in Washington State

Oregon’s golf history dates back well over a century, with the game spreading from coastal links and river valleys into towns across the state. Below is a researched list of the 10 oldest golf courses in Oregon that are still operating today , ranked by the year their first course opened , starting with #10 and working down to the oldest. 10. Coos Golf Club   (formerly Coos Country Club) Coos Golf Club Location:  Coos Bay, OR First Course Opened:   1923 Founded in 1923 , Coos

Closing Out the Best Public Golf Holes in the State If the Front 9 of our Washington Dream 18 was about setting the tone, the Back 9 is about finishing strong . This stretch leans into everything that makes golf in Washington special, dramatic elevation, water-lined fairways, bold par 3s, strategic par 4s, and unforgettable closing holes. The Back 9 plays to a par 34 and 3,112 yards from the tips , featuring holes from every corner of the state. HOLE 10 — Par 4 (408 Yards) Su

Washington golf is endlessly diverse — links, mountain, desert, forest, canyon, and everything in between. So we set out to build something special: a Dream 18 made entirely from real, signature holes at public courses across the state. Below is the Front 9 , a par-37 layout stretching 3,684 yards  from the tips. HOLE 1 — Par 4 (484 Yards) Palouse Ridge — Hole 3 Starting the Dream 18 with Hole 3 at Palouse Ridge feels perfect. Hole 3 is a long, sweeping par 4 carved through t

Washington state has quietly produced some of the most accomplished and influential golfers in the game’s history. From public-course legends to major champions and dominant amateurs, the Evergreen State punches well above its weight. Here’s our take on the 10 best golfers ever from Washington , ranked from 10 to 1, with an emphasis on professional success, major championships, and sustained impact at the highest levels of the game. 10. Kermit Zarley (Seattle) Kermit Zarley A

Seattle golf isn’t cheap, especially in the summer. We’ve picked some of our favorite tracks for the value, the ones that consistently deliver strong layouts, good conditions, and fair pricing during peak season. Here are five that stand out. Willows Run — Redmond Willows Run Golf Course - Eagle's Talon Willows Run offers two full 18s, a par-3 course, and one of the best practice facilities in the region—making it one of the most accessible golf hubs on the Eastside. It can g

Washington is loaded with incredible public golf — from coastal links and mountain layouts to desert-style courses that feel straight out of Arizona. Whether you’re a competitive player chasing championship conditions or just someone who loves a scenic walk, the state’s public golf scene punches way above its weight. Here’s how we’d rank the top public courses in Washington, starting with the very best. Chambers Bay (University Place): Chambers Bay is Washington’s crown jewel

If you’ve teed it up around Seattle, you know the muni scene is a mixed bag—some rounds are a blast, others feel like a slog between soggy fairways and six-hour pace. But that’s part of the charm. These are the places where most Seattle golfers cut their teeth, sneak in twilight rounds, and play rain or shine. Here’s how we’d rank the main Seattle-area munis, starting from the bottom and working our way to the best. 6. Lynnwood Golf Course Lynnwood is short (just under 4,800