Private

Meadow Course

Meadow Club

Fairfax, CA, USA
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18 holesPar 716,708 yds72.6/135

About this course

Meadow Club, nestled in the rolling hills of Marin County, whispers of a bygone era when golf course architecture prioritized natural contours and strategic play over sheer length. This understated masterpiece, born in the Golden Age, unfurls across a landscape that favors thoughtful shot-making and creative recovery, rather than bombing and gouging. Narrow fairways, punctuated by subtly-sloping greens, reward precision and a keen understanding of the land's gentle deflections. Favoring players who work the ball from right-to-left, Meadow Club’s classic design presents blind shots and intriguing doglegs around every corner. Designed by the legendary Alister MacKenzie, before his Cypress Point and Augusta National fame, Meadow Club retains a charm and integrity that defies modern trends. Its routing, remarkably unchanged over the decades, provides a constant test of skill and patience. The course embraces its surrounding environment, with towering redwoods framing many holes and providing a stunning backdrop to the golfing experience. Meadow Club’s unpretentious atmosphere fosters a tight-knit community of passionate golfers who appreciate the game's traditions and the enduring appeal of a truly classic layout. More than just a round of golf, a visit to Meadow Club is a step back in time, a chance to experience the game as it was intended, and to enjoy the camaraderie of a club that prioritizes substance over show. The famed "Meadow Burger," a deceptively simple yet utterly addictive concoction, is a staple enjoyed by members post round and a hidden gem.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.

177

Best in World

124

Best in USA

15

Best in CA

Quick facts

Location
Fairfax, CA, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1927
Holes
18
Par
71
Length
6,708 yards
Difficulty
72.6/135
Course Vaults score
8.9

Getting there

The Meadow Club sits in the rolling hills of Marin County, accessible most directly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), roughly forty-five minutes south, or Oakland International (OAK), a similar distance to the east - both gateways to the Bay Area's most coveted addresses. Private aviation clients favor Gnoss Field in Petaluma or Livermore Municipal, each positioned to shorten the final approach into Fairfax. The drive north from either major airport carries you across the Golden Gate Bridge or through the East Bay hills before turning west into Marin's quieter interior, where suburban sprawl yields to oak-studded ridgelines and the landscape begins to whisper the promise of seclusion. The last miles wind through the small, affluent town of Fairfax itself, where tree-lined lanes and glimpses of distant ridges announce your arrival at one of California's most discreetly guarded private clubs.

FAQ

Common questions about Meadow

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Meadow has a Course Vaults score of 8.9 out of 10 based on 51 logged golfers.

Meadow was designed by Alister Mackenzie, Mike DeVries, and Robert Hunter.

Meadow is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.

Par at Meadow is 71.

Meadow plays 6,708 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Meadow is 135.

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