Inside 5 Members-Only Colorado Clubs
A selective sampling of Colorado’s private golf experience
By Chris Duthie
Mountain Clubs
Explore some of the best private clubs in the Mountains of Colorado.
Colorado AvidGolfer Private Club Guide: It’s Not Just About the Golf
Times have changed. More than ever, clubs across the country recognize that food, beverage, amenities and programming are the primary drivers for member satisfaction.
The Courses That Jack Built
Can you identify all 13 Colorado layouts in the Jack Nicklaus portfolio? Jon Rizzi In 1969, with seven majors already under his belt, Jack Nicklaus added golf course architecture to his formidable résumé with the opening of Harbour Town Golf Links, which he co-designed with Pete Dye in Hilton Head. Today, more than four decades … Read more
May 2014: Elevated Tease
Name the holes that take the game to new heights. Jon Rizzi | Colorado AvidGolfer Players at Sanctuary in Sedalia marvel at the 185-foot plunge from the Rattlesnake tees to the first fairway. Now imagine a mountaintop tee perched 1,225 feet higher than that, accessible only by helicopter, and plummeting to a green shaped like … Read more
Fall 2013
Colorado AvidGolfer This season ushers in one of the most beautiful times of the year in Colorado. Vibrant yellows and golds, deep reds and oranges ignite the landscape while the temperature retreats from the heat, staying mostly cool and comfortable. Tee up this colorful, end-of-season nine and see if you can nail each course. Then … Read more
