Hillcrest Country Club

Hillcrest Country Club sits in the foothills above Boise, occupying elevated terrain that provides views across the Treasure Valley and toward the surrounding mountains. The course was designed by A. Vernon Macan, a Pacific Northwest architect active in the early-to-mid twentieth century who worked on several courses throughout Idaho and the broader region. The routing takes advantage of the natural topography, with holes playing across rolling ground and incorporating the native vegetation characteristic of the high desert landscape. The layout reflects the design sensibilities of its era, with strategic bunkering and greens that reward accurate approach play. The elevation changes throughout the property add variety to the shot-making requirements, and the higher holes offer expansive views that contextualize the course within Boise's distinctive setting between valley floor and mountain backdrop. The conditioning and playability balance the challenges of the terrain with the practical demands of a membership course that sees regular use across the season. Hillcrest has served as a long-standing fixture in Boise's golf community, hosting regional amateur competitions and club championships over the decades. The club maintains traditional country club amenities and a membership culture rooted in the social and recreational patterns typical of established Western clubs. The course provides a test suited to a range of skill levels while preserving the character of Macan's original design intent within the constraints of the foothill landscape.