Private

Seattle Course

Seattle Golf Club

Seattle, WA, USA
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18 holesPar 726,836 yds73.5/137

About this course

Seattle Golf Club, cradled in the Shoreline area north of Seattle, stands as a testament to understated Northwest golfing tradition. The club, a bastion of unpretentious exclusivity, prizes itself on a challenging, member-centric experience over chasing championship glory. Designed by famed architect A. Vernon Macan in the early 20th century, the course winds through a classic parkland landscape. Undulating fairways bordered by mature evergreens present a strategic test, rewarding thoughtful shot placement rather than brute power. Its smaller greens require a delicate touch, especially those approaching from sharp angles on dog leg holes. While lacking the length to host modern tour events, the course's subtle defenses and demanding green complexes continue to challenge players of all skill levels. Though Seattle Golf Club remains largely outside the national spotlight, it holds a revered place within the Pacific Northwest golfing community. It maintains a loyal membership known for its deep appreciation of the game's traditions, fostering a convivial atmosphere that extends from the first tee to the celebrated post-round camaraderie in the clubhouse. And while it has never hosted any national championships it does offer views of Puget Sound through the canopy.

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.

345

Best in World

260

Best in USA

6

Best in WA

Quick facts

Location
Seattle, WA, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1904
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,836 yards
Difficulty
73.5/137
Course Vaults score
8.6

Getting there

Seattle Golf Club sits just ten miles north of downtown Seattle, making it one of the most accessible elite private clubs in the Pacific Northwest. Most members and guests arrive via Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, a twenty-five-minute drive south of the city center, though Boeing Field accommodates private aviation with downtown proximity. The journey north from Sea-Tac traces the spine of the city before peeling off into the Northgate neighborhood, where tree-lined residential streets give way to the club's discreet, wooded entrance - a sudden retreat into old-growth tranquility that feels worlds removed from the urban pulse just minutes behind.

FAQ

Common questions about Seattle

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

Seattle has a Course Vaults score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 29 logged golfers.

Seattle was designed by John Ball, Robert Johnstone, Arnold Palmer, and Ed Seay.

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

Par at Seattle is 72.

Seattle plays 6,836 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Seattle is 137.

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