Hangman Valley Golf Course

Hangman Valley Golf Course occupies a scenic stretch of land in southwest Spokane, taking its name from Hangman Creek, which runs through the property. Bob E. Baldock designed the original layout in the early 1960s, during a period when he was actively shaping courses throughout the Pacific Northwest and California. Baldock's work typically emphasized playability for a range of skill levels while incorporating the natural contours of a site, and Hangman Valley reflects this approach with moderate elevation changes and tree-lined fairways characteristic of inland Northwest golf. Rick Phelps later contributed renovations and updates to the course, refining certain aspects of the design while maintaining the fundamental routing. The layout moves through a mix of relatively open and wooded terrain, with the creek and surrounding vegetation providing both visual definition and strategic interest on several holes. The course serves as a public facility, accessible to Spokane-area golfers and visitors, and operates as a straightforward test of accuracy and course management rather than overwhelming length or severe hazards. Hangman Valley functions as a neighborhood course within Spokane's municipal golf landscape, offering a traditional parkland experience shaped by the region's rolling topography and mature trees. The setting provides a quiet, natural atmosphere despite its proximity to the city, and the course remains a regular option for local play throughout the season.