Club at Tower Ranch

Tower Ranch occupies elevated terrain in the hills above Kelowna in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, a region known for its dry climate, vineyard-covered slopes, and views across Okanagan Lake. Thomas McBroom designed the course in the early 2000s as part of a residential development, routing the layout across rolling benchland with significant elevation changes and natural rock outcroppings characteristic of the area's geology. The property sits at a higher elevation than many Okanagan courses, which influences both the playing conditions and the panoramic sightlines toward the lake and surrounding mountains. McBroom's design works with the natural contours rather than imposing dramatic earthmoving, incorporating the existing ponderosa pine stands and native grasses into the playing corridors. The routing takes advantage of the topography to create variety in hole elevation and perspective, with several holes playing across or along ridgelines. The course features wide fairways typical of McBroom's style, though strategic bunkering and the natural terrain create definition and reward thoughtful positioning. Greens are moderately contoured and often set into natural plateaus or bowls formed by the landscape. The club operates as a semi-private facility serving both members and daily-fee players, typical of many Okanagan golf properties that balance residential community amenities with public access. The setting offers the dry, warm summers common to the valley, making it part of the region's concentration of courses that draw visitors during the extended playing season.