Onward Talofofo Golf Club

Onward Talofofo Golf Club occupies a distinctive place in Guam's golf landscape, located in the village of Talafofo on the island's eastern coast. The course was developed as part of a resort property and features design contributions attributed to a remarkable collection of mid-20th century professional golfers, including major champions Sam Snead, Ben Hogan, Gene Sarazen, Gene Littler, and Billy Casper, along with Chi Chi Rodriguez, Doug Ford, and Bob Toski. This collaborative approach, where touring professionals contributed hole designs or consulting input rather than serving as traditional golf course architects, was employed at several resort courses during the 1970s and 1980s. The layout takes advantage of Guam's tropical setting and the rolling terrain characteristic of the island's interior regions. The eastern side of Guam, where Talafofo is situated, differs from the more developed northern hotel corridor, offering a more secluded atmosphere with views toward the Philippine Sea. The course serves both resort guests and local golfers, functioning as one of the limited golf options available on the island. Guam's tropical climate means the course plays year-round, with warm temperatures and periodic rainfall supporting lush conditions. The routing reflects the constraints and opportunities of island golf, where available land and topography shape the design more than on the mainland. For golfers visiting Guam, Onward Talofofo provides an accessible option beyond the island's other courses, set in a less urbanized part of the territory.