
Sun Country Course
Sun Country Golf Resort

About this course
Sun Country Golf Resort sits in the Cascade foothills near Cle Elum, Washington, a small town along Interstate 90 roughly eighty miles east of Seattle. The course occupies terrain characteristic of the eastern Cascade slope, where the climate transitions from the wet western forests to the drier conditions of central Washington. The landscape here features rolling topography with native grasses, scattered pines, and views toward the surrounding mountains. The routing takes advantage of elevation changes that define this part of the state, with holes that move through varied terrain typical of mountain resort golf. J. Riach designed the course, though detailed records of his broader portfolio are not widely documented in major golf architecture references. The layout reflects the practical considerations of building on sloped, forested land while creating a playable experience for resort guests and local members. Cle Elum's location makes it accessible for weekend visitors from the Puget Sound region, and the course serves both destination golfers exploring the Cascade corridor and residents of the upper Kittitas Valley. The facility operates as a resort amenity, offering golf alongside lodging and other recreational activities common to the area, including proximity to hiking, fishing, and winter sports venues. The course provides a mountain golf experience without the extreme elevation or severe terrain found at higher-altitude layouts, making it suitable for a range of skill levels seeking a round in the scenic transition zone between Washington's coastal and interior regions.
Quick facts
- Location
- Cle Elum, WA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1973
- Designer
- J. Riach
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 5,507 yards
- Difficulty
- 68.2/119
FAQ
Common questions about Sun Country
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Sun Country was designed by J. Riach.
Yes. Sun Country is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Sun Country is 71.
Sun Country plays 5,507 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Sun Country is 119.
Sun Country is a 18-hole course.



