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Priest Lake Course

Priest Lake Golf Club

Priest Lake, ID, USA
Blake Jensen
IBGYBG
mmcgann8616
+3
18 holesPar 726,177 yds72.8/134

About this course

Priest Lake Golf Club sits in the remote northern panhandle of Idaho, approximately thirty miles south of the Canadian border, in a region defined by dense coniferous forest and glacial lakes. The course occupies terrain characteristic of the inland Northwest—rolling woodland punctuated by wetlands, with elevation changes that provide views toward the surrounding mountains. The setting is notably secluded, with the nearest substantial town being Sandpoint to the south, making the course a destination primarily for seasonal residents and visitors to the Priest Lake area. The layout works through stands of pine, fir, and cedar, with fairways carved from the forest and natural water features integrated into several holes. The routing takes advantage of the property's topography, incorporating elevation shifts that require thoughtful club selection and course management. Greens are typically modest in size, reflecting the scale and character of a mountain resort course rather than a championship venue. The design emphasizes playability for a range of skill levels while maintaining strategic interest through tree-lined corridors and natural hazards. The club operates as part of the recreational infrastructure serving Priest Lake's summer community, which has historically drawn families and outdoor enthusiasts to the area's fishing, boating, and hiking opportunities. The golf course functions as a complement to these activities rather than as a primary attraction, with a clubhouse and amenities scaled to the intimate character of the region. Play typically runs from late spring through early fall, limited by northern Idaho's winter climate.

Quick facts

Location
Priest Lake, ID, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1968
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,177 yards
Difficulty
72.8/134

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

Yes. Priest Lake is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Priest Lake is 72.

Priest Lake plays 6,177 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Priest Lake is 134.

Priest Lake is a 18-hole course.

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