Red Tail Golf Course

Red Tail Golf Course occupies rolling terrain in Beaverton, a suburban city in the Portland metropolitan area of Oregon's Willamette Valley. Designed by Ervin Thoresen and opened in the mid-1980s, the course serves as a municipal facility managed by the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District. The layout takes advantage of natural elevation changes and incorporates stands of Douglas fir and other native Pacific Northwest vegetation that frame many holes. The routing moves across varied topography, with several holes playing uphill or downhill and others following more level ground. Water features come into play on multiple holes, and bunkers are positioned to challenge approach shots and defend greens. The design reflects the practical municipal golf philosophy of the era, offering a test that accommodates a range of skill levels while maintaining interest for regular play. Red Tail functions as an accessible public course in a densely populated suburban area, drawing golfers from throughout the Portland region. The facility includes a practice range and serves both recreational players and organized league competition. Its location within the park district system means it operates with a community focus, providing golf opportunities in an area where residential and commercial development has limited open space. The course remains a steady option for Portland-area golfers seeking a straightforward round on terrain that reflects the natural character of the Willamette Valley foothills.