Nicklaus North opened in 1996 as Jack Nicklaus's first Canadian design, situated in the Whistler resort area along the shores of Green Lake. The course occupies a forested property with significant elevation changes and mountain views characteristic of the Coast Range setting. The routing takes advantage of natural terrain features, moving through stands of Douglas fir and cedar while incorporating wetlands and the lakefront into the design. Several holes play along or near Green Lake, and the layout includes substantial vertical movement that creates variety in shot values and perspectives. The course measures over 6,900 yards from the back tees and features the strategic bunkering and green contouring typical of Nicklaus designs from this period. The par-three tenth hole plays directly toward the lake with mountain backdrop, and the closing stretch includes a drivable par four and a demanding par five that runs along the water. The property's natural beauty and dramatic topography distinguish the course within the Whistler golf market. Nicklaus North operates as a public facility and serves both resort visitors and local golfers. The course has hosted various regional amateur events and remains one of the area's most prominent golf venues. Its location within the Whistler resort corridor makes it accessible to the skiing and outdoor recreation community that defines the region, and the facility includes practice areas and a clubhouse that accommodate high seasonal traffic during the summer months.