Tumble Creek at Suncadia Resort

Tumble Creek is a Tom Doak design that opened in 2005 as part of the Suncadia Resort development in the Cascade Mountains east of Seattle. The course occupies forested terrain at roughly 2,300 feet elevation, where Doak routed eighteen holes through stands of ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. The property features significant elevation change and natural contours that Doak used to create a variety of hole shapes and playing angles across the layout.

The design reflects Doak's characteristic restraint with earthmoving, allowing the existing landforms to dictate strategy. Fairways move through corridors of timber and across hillsides, with greens often positioned to take advantage of natural slopes and ridgelines. The mountain setting provides views of surrounding peaks, though the routing keeps play largely within the forest canopy. Several holes incorporate creek corridors and wetland areas that give the course its name.

Tumble Creek serves as the resort's more challenging complement to the earlier Prospector course. The layout demands accurate placement and thoughtful club selection given the elevation changes and tree-lined playing corridors. Conditioning and playability vary with the mountain climate and seasonal conditions typical of the region.

The course is accessible to resort guests and members, fitting into the broader Suncadia amenity package that includes lodging, dining, and recreational facilities. The remote Cascade location makes it a destination round rather than a daily-fee option for Seattle-area golfers.