Banahaw at Sta. Elena Golf

Sta. Elena Golf Club's Banahaw course sits in Santa Rosa City, part of the Laguna province south of Manila, in a region that has seen considerable golf development since the 1990s. The course bears the names of both Robert Trent Jones and Robert Trent Jones Jr., reflecting the collaborative nature of many Jones family projects in Southeast Asia during this period. The design takes advantage of gently rolling terrain typical of this part of Luzon, where elevation changes are modest but sufficient to create visual interest and strategic variety.

The routing incorporates water features and tropical vegetation native to the area, with palm species and flowering trees framing fairways. Jones designs in the Philippines generally emphasize playability for a range of skill levels while maintaining strategic interest through bunkering patterns and green complexes that reward precision. The Banahaw course follows this template, offering multiple tee positions to accommodate both resort guests and competitive club members.

Sta. Elena Golf Club operates as part of a larger residential and recreational development, a common model in the Manila metropolitan area's southern expansion. The club serves both local members and visiting golfers, with facilities that include practice areas and clubhouse dining. The course name references Mount Banahaw, a prominent volcanic peak visible from various points in Laguna province, connecting the layout to its regional landscape context.