Links at The Links Golf Course

The Links Golf Course in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, opened in the mid-1990s as part of the master-planned community development south of Denver. Dick Phelps, a Colorado-based architect known for his work throughout the Rocky Mountain region, designed the course to fit the rolling terrain characteristic of the high plains transitioning toward the Front Range foothills. The routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes and open vistas, with views extending toward the mountains to the west.

The course plays across gently undulating land with native grasses framing fairways and several water features incorporated into the design. Phelps shaped the layout to accommodate golfers of varying abilities, with multiple tee options that adjust both length and strategic demands. The property's exposure to prevailing winds and the altitude—approximately 5,800 feet above sea level—affect club selection and ball flight, typical considerations for golf in the Denver metropolitan area.

As part of the Highlands Ranch community infrastructure, the course serves both residents and public players. The facility operates within the broader recreational amenities of one of Colorado's largest planned communities, which developed rapidly during the 1980s and 1990s. The course reflects the era's approach to integrating golf into residential development, balancing playability with maintenance considerations suited to the semi-arid climate and the community's recreational needs.