Public · 18 holes
Grand Lake Golf Course
Grand Lake, CO — Grand Lake Golf Course epitomizes classic Rocky Mountain golf, offering a beautifully maintained course designed by Dick Phelps. Carved out of the woods at an elevation of 8,420 feet and bordering Rocky Mountain National Park, the course features rolling fairways and subtle greens framed by lodge pole pines, aspens, and vibrant native flora. While no single hole is explicitly named a 'signature,' the entire course is a testament to its stunning natural setting, providing panoramic views of snow-capped mountains. Golfers often share their rounds with local wildlife, including moose, elk, deer, and fox, adding to the unique mountain experience. As one of Colorado's original and premier mountain courses, Grand Lake Golf Course delivers a world-class setting and a memorable, challenging, and enjoyable round for players of all abilities.
Type
Parkland
Region
Mountain West
LooperScore
76.0
Holes
18
Par
72
Established
1964
Design & architects
No design attribution recorded for this course yet.
Access Intel Looper Pro
No Access Intel written for this course yet. We only publish access notes that have been researched and verified — never guesses.
Access details are community-reported and change without notice. BogeyMap never guarantees a tee time — always confirm directly with the course.
Golfer reviews
No published golfer reviews yet. Nothing here is scraped or invented — reviews come from signed-in golfers and are screened before publication.
Nearby courses
Courses within 150 miles of Grand Lake Golf Course, by true distance.
Pole Creek Golf Club
Tabernash, CO · 18 mi away
Pole Creek Golf Club, a 27-hole public facility in Tabernash, Colorado, is a highly acclaimed design by Denis Griffiths. Griffiths' philosophy is showcased in a course that meanders through lush fields of native wildflowers, features drastic elevation changes, and boasts vast bent greens, all while incorporating water challenges from two ponds and five lakes. The Ridge 9 course is particularly notable for its significant elevation changes, reaching the highest point on the course at 8812 feet, offering panoramic views. The 9th hole on The Ridge, a 556-yard downhill par-5 with a 140-foot drop into the Pole Creek Valley, is considered a signature hole and one of the best in the region. The course has received numerous awards, including Golf Digest's 'Best New Public Golf Course in North America' in 1985, and continues to be recognized for its beautiful and challenging mountain golf experience.
Estes Park Golf Course
Estes Park, CO · 20 mi away
Lake Estes 9
Estes Park, CO · 21 mi away
Lake Estes 9 is a charming 9-hole executive course set against the dramatic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains and the shores of Lake Estes in Estes Park, Colorado. With sweeping views of Longs Peak and the surrounding peaks of Rocky Mountain National Park, the course offers one of the most scenic rounds of golf in the state. The layout is short and accessible — ideal for beginners, families, or experienced players looking for a quick round before or after exploring the park. The combination of mountain scenery, cool high-altitude air, and easy walkability makes Lake Estes 9 a beloved local gem.