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3.5
205 Reviews (205)
5 Stars
54
4 Stars
97
3 Stars
29
2 Stars
19
1 Stars
6
Conditions
2.9
Value
4.0
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.7
Amenities
2.6
72.5%
Recommend this course
177 out of 205 reviews
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3.0
8 Reviews (8)
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
2.4
Value
3.9
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.8
Amenities
2.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
75.0%
Recommend this course
6 out of 8 reviews
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2.8
11 Reviews (11)
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
0
Conditions
2.3
Value
3.7
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.6
Amenities
2.4
StaffFriendliness
4.5
63.6%
Recommend this course
7 out of 11 reviews
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Course Highlights
Discovery Bay delivers outstanding value with exceptionally friendly staff and a scenic layout featuring elevation changes and open fairways. The challenging back nine and well-maintained conditions make this course a rewarding experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6641 yards
Slope 124
Rating 71.0

Opened in 1925, Discovery Bay Golf Club, formerly known as Chevy Chase Port Townsend Golf Course, has the distinction of being the oldest public golf course in Washington. Besides its long history, it has also garnered acclaim as one of the best golf courses on the Olympic Peninsula. Situated on the shores of Discovery Bay, the layout enjoys panoramic mountain views spanning the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges. There is more to the course than scenery though. The classic design is challenging enough to appeal to low handicappers while still being accessible for beginners. The course's back nine is more challenging than the front, featuring challenging elevation changes and some tricky lies. Be sure to bring your camera for the breathtaking view on Discovery Bay Golf Club's 10th tee.

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Course Details

Year Built 1925
Golf Season Year round
Architect Michael Asmundson

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - Subject to availability
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Pace of Play in the U.S. (2023 #7)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Washington (2022 #17)
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Reviews

3.5
205 Reviews (205)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 16
Narrow Fairways 12
Undulating Greens 9
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 15
Locals 11
Beginners 10
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 18

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Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging historic course

You better be good with your driver and have some course knowledge! Greens are small, subtle and hard to read. Be aware of slope. A lot of elevation change and long par 4s.

The views can be nice. Usually quiet and you can get lost in your thoughts. Been playing here everytime I visit PT. Love this place! Staff are always friendly too! And you can bring your dog for a round, no extra charge!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Loved it

One of the best kept secrets in the whole State of WA. This course is a special place! Put it on your bucket list.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times 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 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Poor conditions vs price

Course is very wet. Looks like they couldn’t mow. Should not be charging full price for the condition of the course. Lost several balls in fairway and rough do to tall grass and mud. Summer time is around the corner and conditions will improve and then charge the normal price.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day @ the course

I have been there many times and it’s always a great place to golf.The young man in the clubhouse is very polite and helpful.It was a bit windy and the ground in some places were very soft.but overall it was another great day on the course.I would also like to thank Golfnow for the great deal

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 181
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 100 Contributor
Previously Played

Great deal !

The greens are in great condition the fairways can use some work wonderful staff a great day with friends good scoring opportunities I’d recommend this course A+ for the price

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Back Nine Supremium

front tolerable for it’s overcast; back nine a real beaut. Highly recommend gold disciples.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Deal with a smile

We had a great day at the course. The lady at the clubhouse is always friendly and happy to help you out. The only complaint was the greens were punched not to long ago & I know it has to be done. Overall it was a beautiful day for golfing.Golfnow made it better!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Walked
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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