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3.9
218 Reviews (218)
5 Stars
43
4 Stars
116
3 Stars
34
2 Stars
18
1 Stars
7
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.0
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
2.9
79.2%
Recommend this course
168 out of 218 reviews
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4.1
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.9
Amenities
2.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
75.9%
Recommend this course
22 out of 29 reviews
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4.0
36 Reviews (36)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
2.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
80.6%
Recommend this course
29 out of 36 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6902 yards
Slope 134
Rating 73.2

The Classic Golf Club in Spanaway sprawls across rolling hills blanketed with towering Douglas firs. Located just 30 minutes south of Tacoma, it is one of the area's hidden gems, offering not only a beautiful natural setting but also a challenging round. The layout features elevated greens, tree-lined fairways, and ponds and wetlands that come into play on several holes. The greens are the most challenging element of the golf course. Some are small, which is tough enough to maneuver as it is, and most are framed by mounding. Sand bunkers also provide contrast against the smooth and fast-rolling greens. The Classic is a challenging course but still playable for all skill levels.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bill Overdorf

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

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

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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3.9
218 Reviews (218)
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
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2.0
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Trees manicured and removed.

Disappointed in the new layout. Chopped up with houses being built on the course. Have not played in 10+ years and not likely to return.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 84
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Reviews 24
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Scramble or die!

Wow! What a fun course. Fairway shots are highly rewarded. Wayward shots will be punished. You need to play lots of different shots to score here. The greens are so fun but there are some ugly sections showing on a few holes. Minus the funky corners on a few the greens roll very true. The Par 3s set you up to score if you’ve been hurting yourself. The par 5s feel lacking but there is a drive-able par 4 on 18 for anyone looking for redemption. Right misses aren’t punished as much as left misses off the tee. Food and beverage is good and prices are alright for a golf course. The lady that runs food and beverage is really nice as was the rest of the staff. It’s a must play course in my opinion. If you’re getting beat up, make sure and look behind you, there are other golfers that want to finish their round of all levels playing there as well. Go have some fun!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not bad for the price

The greens were in perfect shape, but the overall care of the course, cart paths, carts and clubhouse are pretty poor.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 84
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 186
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 100 Contributor
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice course, but could use a little work

First time playing there. The greens were nice with lots of undulation. Tee boxes were firm and a little torn up. Good layout with lots of dogleg left holes. Could use a Marshall, pace of play was 4 1/2 hours. Would play again.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great location; Reasonable prices; Excellent clubhouse; Fantastic staff!!

The 18th hole is the best ! (Saving best for last!!!) Larry in the pro shop is the best for customers service and fantastic attitude. Really a fun place!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Exceeded expectations

I booked this course because it was a hot deal and it was close. It wasn't until just before leaving for the course that I read some of the reviews, many of which were negative. Poor conditions, not worth the price, no driving range, etc. I thought the layout was interesting and challenging, the greens fantastic, and the fairways good. And a very good value with many types of discounts available

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Defensive Greens

I've played here several times and have enjoyed the challenge. Almost all the greens - even the par 3's are quite challenging to approach. Mostly they require a moderate to high approach to get anywhere near the flag. Most greens have a narrow unguarded approach but even then, the mounding around the greens make it difficult. Surprisingly, the tiny bunkers add to the defensive nature. As with most more difficult courses, you will be additionally punished for not putting the tee shot in the fairway.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always great course conditions, especially the greens. Not the longest course overall. Fun layout, with tight fairways and small greens. Pace of play is usually good too.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
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 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Great Twilight value.

Greens were in good shape not fast. The course is short, but has doglegs that will make short holes challenging.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course was great to play

This course was great to play and would definitely play it again. The sand traps needed a some TLC in regards to how hard the sand was, it needed fluffing. The food at the Cafe was awesome! The staff is very friendly!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 66
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Fast round

Teed off at 936 with 2 others. Played through 2 groups and we were done in 3.5 hours. Course in great shape!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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