West at Linkou International Golf & Country Club

The West Course at Linkou International Golf & Country Club represents Jack Nicklaus's design work in Taiwan, situated in the Linkou District of New Taipei City. The club opened in the 1990s during a period of significant golf course development in Taiwan, when the country's growing economy supported the construction of championship-caliber facilities. Nicklaus's design here incorporates his characteristic strategic approach, with an emphasis on risk-reward decision-making and multiple route options from tee to green.

The terrain in Linkou features rolling topography that Nicklaus utilized to create elevation changes throughout the routing. The course layout takes advantage of the natural landforms to produce varied shot requirements and visual interest from different vantage points. Water hazards and bunkering patterns reflect Nicklaus's design philosophy of rewarding accurate play while providing recovery options for skilled players who miss their intended targets.

Linkou International serves as a private club facility and has contributed to Taiwan's golf infrastructure as the sport has grown in popularity across East Asia. The club maintains multiple courses on the property, with the West Course representing the Nicklaus contribution to the overall complex. The location in New Taipei City places it within reasonable access of the capital region, making it part of the network of courses serving Taiwan's golf community.