West at Miramar Golf & Country Club

The West Course at Miramar Golf & Country Club represents Jack Nicklaus's design work in Taiwan's Linkou District, situated in the hills northwest of Taipei. Opened in the mid-1990s as part of a larger resort and residential development, the course occupies rolling terrain that provides both elevation change and views across the surrounding landscape. Nicklaus's routing takes advantage of the natural topography, incorporating strategic bunkering and water features characteristic of his design philosophy emphasizing risk-reward decision-making.

The layout moves through varied terrain with holes that require thoughtful club selection and course management. Elevated tees and greens create visual drama while also affecting play, particularly when wind becomes a factor. The design includes multiple water hazards that come into play on approach shots, demanding accuracy from players attempting to score well. Green complexes feature the contouring and size typical of Nicklaus designs, rewarding proper angles of approach.

Miramar Golf & Country Club serves as a private facility catering to members and their guests, with the West Course complementing additional golf offerings on the property. The club reflects Taiwan's golf culture, where private clubs often combine championship-caliber golf with comprehensive amenities. The course provides a test for accomplished players while remaining accessible from Taipei, making it part of the region's network of courses that have helped establish northern Taiwan as a significant golf destination in East Asia.