Golf in Washington: Complete Guide

Washington State earned its place on the championship golf map when Chambers Bay hosted the 2015 U.S. Open. The Pacific Northwest's lush forests, mountain views, and unique links-style courses along the coast create a diverse golf landscape.

Overview

Washington golf spans from the rain-shadow courses of Eastern Washington to the lush Puget Sound region. Chambers Bay's links-style U.S. Open layout, Gamble Sands in the Columbia Basin, and the classic forest courses around Seattle provide variety that surprises visitors.

Top Golf Cities in Washington

Seattle

Best golf courses in Seattle →

Golf Regions

Puget Sound

Seattle-area courses through Pacific Northwest forest and along Puget Sound.

Eastern Washington

Drier climate, dramatic terrain, and Gamble Sands near Brewster.

Best Time to Play

June through September. Western Washington gets significant rain October through May. Eastern Washington is drier and sunnier year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best golf course in Washington?

Chambers Bay, the 2015 U.S. Open host in University Place near Tacoma, is the most famous. Gamble Sands (David McLay Kidd) in the Columbia Basin is considered the best pure golf experience.

Explore Nearby States

Golf in Oregon

Stay in the Loop

Get weekly rankings updates, destination guides, and insider tips delivered to your inbox.