All of the best courses and clubs to play in Colorado.
Go Play Colorado Springs, Cañon City and Pueblo Chris Duthie So much about Colorado is worthy of a backyard vacation or weekend getaway. That’s especially true in autumn, when the landscape is painted in exploding shades of ochre, green and gold, and daytime temperatures often prompt golfers to layer up before hitting the links. That … Read more
Great Things to Do in Grand Junction, Montrose & Delta Chris Duthie Cooler late-summer temperatures already are being recorded statewide, including the resplendent, high-desert environs of Grand Junction, Delta and Montrose. If you’re a fan of that region’s burgeoning wine industry and its top-tier golf courses, start planning now for a week or long weekend … Read more
Chris Duthie The extended economic recession put the brakes on new golf course constructionthroughout America, but not so at Durango’s Glacier Club. In July the exclusive golf community will open a new mountain-style course designed by Hale Irwin and Todd Schoeder—nine brand new, nine newly renovated—that will bring the high-altitude property to 36 holes, a … Read more
Chris Duthie Warmer late winter temperatures and frequent rains cleared away much of the lower elevation snowpack throughout Colorado. In Grand County—home to Golf Granby Ranch, Grand Elk Golf Club, Grand Lake Golf Course and Pole Creek Golf Club—it resulted in early golf course openings and much better playing conditions (and some very happy golfers) … Read more
Chris Duthie Not that anything was amiss, but expect to see some significant tweaks this season at The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa (pictured above), the masterful Jim Engh creation ranked No. 1 public course in Colorado by Golfweek. Among the more notable modifications to this pulse-quickening experience are an expanded junior program and a … Read more
Denny Dressman The beetles are gone, and the burnt red hue of dead pines has faded. “We’re over it,” says a longtime Grand County golfer of the insect infestation that deforested much of the Grand Lake and Pole Creek golf courses. “Frankly, we’re tired of hearing about it.” The “bust” end of the recurring economic … Read more
Stay & Play at The Sebastian-Vail—A Timbers Resort The Sebastian Elevate your game with a stay at The Sebastian-Vail—A Timbers Resort, Conde Nast Traveler’s #1 Hotel in the West. Experience our Sebastian Stay & Play Package and spend your day playing a round of golf at one of the premier courses in the Vail Valley … Read more
Golf is but one reason to tee up a weekend with your friends Colorado AvidGolfer | Photos: Jack Affleck, Dan Davis, Diana Sabreen KEYSTONE RESORT The resort features two golf courses, The River Course at Keystone and Keystone Ranch. Designed by Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry, The River Course, set up around the Snake River, … Read more
Golf and romance make the perfect combo, so grab your clubs and get ready to tee off with your gal or guy. Colorado AvidGolfer | Photos: Leisa Dodds, Aaron Dodds, Bob Winsett KEYSTONE RESORT Playing Keystone’s 36 holes with your partner can be as romantic as skiing its 3000 acres together. Both the River and … Read more
Four Iconic Destinations To Stay and Play Right Now Chris Duthie | Photos: © Chris Duthie More than a quirky point on a Rand McNally roadmap, the Four Corners is a vast regional representation of Native American culture, mind-bending landscapes, geological treasures, centuries-old villages, Old West Americana and some of the most astonishing outdoor recreation … Read more
