Graham Cooke

Jay, VT

Jay Peak Championship Golf Course opened in 2006. Canadian architect Graham Cooke designed it. The par-72 course winds through the mountain terrain of Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, using elevation changes, natural waterways, woods and exposed views to shape the round. The setting can distract from the golf, but the slopes and changing lies still demand careful club selection and placement. The Clubhouse Grille combines casual dining with mountain and course views. Its outdoor patio and fire pits make it a natural place to linger after the round rather than heading straight back down the mountain.

Blaine, WA

Loomis Trail Golf Course is located in Blaine, Washington, near the Semiahmoo Bay area close to the Canadian border. The course is part of the Mount Baker Golf Trail and is open to public play every day of the year. Designed by architect Graham Cooke, the layout uses an extensive system of canals and lakes that comes into play on every hole, giving it one of the higher slope ratings among public courses in Washington State. The clubhouse has a Tudor-style design and includes a pro shop, a full-service lounge, and a snack bar. Practice facilities include a driving range, putting and chipping greens, and practice bunkers.