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4.7
224 Reviews (224)
5 Stars
128
4 Stars
76
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.7
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
99.1%
Recommend this course
211 out of 224 reviews
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4.8
17 Reviews (17)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
17 out of 17 reviews
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4.7
30 Reviews (30)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
30 out of 30 reviews
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Course Highlights
This executive par-3 course delivers standout value with friendly staff and well-maintained conditions that welcome beginners and experienced golfers alike. The layout offers genuine challenges that make it a rewarding iron-game workout in a public neighborhood setting.

About

Holes 9
Type Public
Style Executive
Par 28
Length 1287 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

Highlands Golf Course in Tacoma, Wash. is a nine-hole course that can be played in just over an hour. All of the holes are par 3 except for one par 4. It's not your typical nine-hole course, the layout is like a full-size course shrunken down to a par 3 with several challenging elements that will test your short-game skills. The terrain is relatively flat, making it an easy golf course to walk, and it is relatively protected from the winds. The sand traps are sparse but strategically placed, and water hazards come into play occasionally as well. Highlands Golf Course is an ideal layout for beginners to get some short-game practice, but for more advanced players it's an excellent option for a quick round that is more challenging than your average nine-hole layout.

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Course Details

Year Built 1968
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted Robinson, Sr. (1968) Frank James

Rentals/Services

Carts No
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire. Shirts are required at all times.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Short Courses in the U.S. (2024 #24) (2023 #5)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Washington (2020 #7)
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Reviews

4.7
224 Reviews (224)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 7
This course/club is great for:
9-Hole Rounds 9
Beginners 9
Walkers 9
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 8

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Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great to get 9 in

Awesome course with challenges each hold. Great for beginners and advanced players

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

First time

Loved the variety of the course. There are relatively short par 3s that are 100 yards & long ones that are 200 yards. Loved the intimidation of all the water. Greens rolled super nice. I will for sure be visiting again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Previously Played

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The course layout is great given that it is sandwiched in a crowded neighborhood, giving an impression of having been brutally encroached and suffocated by housing developments.

The course was almost closed because you could only play on mats. The course was very wet but I was okay with this. I would be happy to play again in the summer.

I did not feel welcome. The person at the pro shop was so absorbed in what he was doing that he spoke only when spoken to, unlike other courses where they begin before you reach the counter.

I feel the the transaction was “take it or leave it”

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

My go-to

I love this course and it has been my spot since I got into golf. They are always working on and making improvements to the tee boxes which I appreciate it. Friendly staff, if you hit the times right, you can take your time. Mid morning can be slow but that’s the time the community plays.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Exactly what I expected

I enjoyed my game here, I am a new player and I was not overly intimidated. Great putting and chipping areas to practice.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

This is a great course that will test your accuracy and depth perception. Water features and well maintained sand traps add to the fun. I definitely recommend this course for all skill levels.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Walked

Great Par 3 Course

Was looking for a place to get my son out for his first round on a real course. Was pleasantly surprised when I found this place. Price was great and the course was excellently maintained. Good mix of distance, a few challenging bunker placements, and even a couple water holes. Would visit more often if it wasn't a 30 minute drive for me. Great place to get a quick 9 in and work on the short game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Par three with some length

Great course to walk nice part three

a challenging Par three with a variety of distances

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Water hazards are great

Always a good time. One of the most challenging 9 holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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