Salish Cliffs GC: #2
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3.9
209 Reviews (209)
5 Stars
119
4 Stars
63
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.5
74.5%
Recommend this course
187 out of 209 reviews
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3.9
7 Reviews (7)
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4
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0
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1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.0
71.4%
Recommend this course
5 out of 7 reviews
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3.9
7 Reviews (7)
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1
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.0
71.4%
Recommend this course
5 out of 7 reviews
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Course Highlights
This course holds up impressively well even in challenging weather, maintaining strong conditions that keep it consistently worth playing. The well-regarded layout and smooth pace of play make it a reliable choice year-round.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7269 yards
Slope 140
Rating 75.2

Salish Cliffs Golf Club, part of the Little Creek Casino & Resort, is located 20 minutes from Olympia and is just a little over an hour from Seattle. When the course opened in 2011, it was named "Best New Course" by both Golfweek and GOLF Magazine. The dramatic landscape of the course travels up and down over 600 feet of hillside, providing panoramic views of Kamilche Valley. The golf course is covered in bentgrass turf more frequently found in tropical climate, but that is just one of Salish Cliffs' many unique amenities. Each hole offers a unique challenge. Though the fairways and large greens roll true, accuracy is essential or you'll be severely penalized for missing them. The course finishes on a positive note with an opportunity for a birdie if you favor the left side all the way.

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Course Details

Year Built 2011
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gene Bates (2011)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Salish Cliffs Golf Club Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Major credit cards are accepted.
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Proper Golf Attire Required (No denim, jeans, tank tops, bathing suits or workout attire. Collared shirts required for men, appropriate golf shirts for women.)

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

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Reviews

3.9
209 Reviews (209)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 23
Patio Dining 16
Brunch 13
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 43
Bunkers 38
Thick Rough 29
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 38
A Weekend Splurge 34
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 26
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 43
At a Resort 26

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Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

WOW!

Playing like it was early June! What more can I Say?

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

greens

The greens were incredible for this time of year. There was no roll out on the fairways but they were also in great shape.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Amazing course

Fairways and greens were in great shape. The course had a lot of elevation changes and some interesting holes. Casino also had great food in the Seafood bar.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

MAVERICK

A better then average golf course but normal green fees are much higher compared to other good golf courses in the area..

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice layout. Very challenging.

Great place. The GPS and fly over feature in carts is bonus .

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

great course, views are great

some of the holes need a 165 yard carry just to make the fairway from the yellow tees(what are the whites on most courses) some of the forward tees are 110 yd ahead of the yellow tees, be aware you might want to move up , or you will lose your ball in the waste area. over all this was a great course, I will play it agin in the summer time when the fairways are firm and greens are true

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Great Location and Nice round of Golf

The course was fantastic, especially for the price. My only complaint was they paired me up with a scratch golfer. Although it was a good time, it would have been better if I played alone. I am fairly new and shoot 95-100 most rounds.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

A must play golf course when you're nearby

I drove 85 miles from Redmond WA to play this course, it was my birthday, and it's worth while to do so. The course is in great condition even though it's been raining for days. Will definately visit again especially when weather gets warmer.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

most pampered course around

This place is like a 5star resort for a poor man, if you can stand off season and looking for hotdeals then your gonna dig this course!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A PNW hidden golf treasure.

Definitely worth the 1hr drive from Seattle. Course was well manicured, greens are true. Overall great golf experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

staff attitude needs improvement

Supposedly, one small bag of range balls per player, if you get any! If you take them without notifying the staff, they accused you of stealing range balls. Unbelievable! Needs work on being "Business friendly", its called business 101.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Beautiful course

Very wet so cart path only makes this a a very tiring course. Misted most of the day but still enjoyed the scenery. Only a few groups out so it felt like we had the course to ourselves. Can't really comment on the conditions since it was so wet. Fairways are in good shape, very green. When the GPS says blind spot be sure and note them. Very challenging.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Awesome course

One of the best courses in WA!! Greens were just punched so pretty bumpy, but expected that. Love the layout...challenging but fair. Always enjoy playing here. Staff is super friendly.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

First visit

Very nice course, beautiful.
A little hilly.

I heard Casino's seafood is very goog.
But, due to time limit, did not try.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Oregon Advisor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Stunning New Washington State Course

Salish Cliffs has been open for about 2 years but already ranks 2nd on Golf Digests top public courses in Washington State. There is plenty of competition too, new and old.

Golf Digest is right, this course is stunning. The architecture is off the charts, major elevation changes, views of the surrounding forest, plus that feeling that you're the only ones out there.

The tee boxes, fairways and greens are impeccable. Perfectly maintained leading to a stellar golf experience.

We were the first ones out, and as a two-some it still took us some time to get around the course. Every hole was enjoyable though, completely worth the trip.

At roughly $90 per round, you'll pay more than some public courses in the area, but the price is low compared to other top public courses in the state.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

salish cliffs golf course

The course is in great shape. Love the course. The putting greens are hard to read mainly because they just recently sanded them. Very challenging, and the strong wind made it that much harder. Overall, I love the course and will play it again. Regular rate is a little bit pricey though! Best to look for deal on hot deal.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Outstanding as usaual

Once again Salish Cliff is in perfect condition! Best manicured course in the state.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

in the rough? pay the price.

Course is designed to punish you if you get off the fairway, if you go in first cut of rough it's tough to hack out of, if in the deeper stuff and you're lucky enough to find it,,,,,,just drop it and move on. Great scenery, worth the cost of the round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

beautiful scenery, beat up greens

Beautiful course but the greens were pretty beat up from a busy season.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Fun and demanding layout

This is my 2nd time playing Salish Cliffs and I am convinced it is one of the best courses in western Washington. The holes are visually interesting and require good shot making. The fairways are pretty wide and the greens are receptive to a well struck shot. The course is demanding but fair.

My only complaint is that the course conditions were not equal to the quality of the layout. The greens were pretty good but you often had less than perfect lies in the fairways. I enjoyed a great hot deal rate but would be reluctant to pay the normal green fee.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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