The Herald’s 2010 Golf Guide

Published 7:47 pm Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Ballinger Lake Golf Course

23000 Lakeview Dr., Mountlake Terrace

425-697-4653

Par 34 (9 holes); Yardage: 2,564

Operators: Tyrone and Carol Hardy

Rates: Weekdays—$15.50 for nine holes, $20.50 for 18 holes; Weekends, holidays—$17.50, $23; Discount rates—seniors, juniors, early bird, twilight, annual pass

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes (summer)

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Tucked against the north end of Lake Ballinger, Ballinger Park is moderately priced and convenient to folks who live in south Snohomish County.

Battle Creek Public Golf Course

6006 Meridian Ave. N., Marysville

360-659-7931 or 1-800-655-7931

Par 73; Yardage: 6,153 (white), 6,575 (blue)

Head pro: Scott Basse

Rates: Weekdays—$27; Weekends, holidays—$34; Discount rates—seniors, juniors, season, twilight, early bird (weekdays), junior walk-on rate, active military, Tulalip Casino Rewards Card

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Battle Creek, which has an adjoining par-3 course, has rolling terrain with generally narrow fairways bordered by woodlands. Take note of the No. 12 hole, the notorious “Rock Hole,” where a gigantic boulder guards the green.

Blue Boy West Golf Course

27927 Florence Acres Road, Monroe

360-793-2378 or 1-800-833-6310

Par 33 (9 holes); Yardage: 2,199

Owners: Ernie and Doug Smith

Rates: Weekdays—$15*, $20* for 18; Weekends, holidays—$16*, $21* for 18; Discount rates—seniors (Mon-Fri.), juniors (Mon-Fri.), student, season

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: A short, challenging and scenic course. Eight of the nine holes have water, and young trees line the fairways.

Cedarcrest Golf Course

6810 84th St. NE, Marysville

360-363-8460

Par 70; Yardage: 5,381 (white), 5,811 (blue)

Head pro: Dave Castleberry

Rates: Weekdays—$32*; Weekends, holidays—$36*; Discount rates—seniors, juniors, twilight, early bird, annual, active military, 10-round punch, junior three-month

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Venerable Cedarcrest is not a long course, but a deceptively difficult layout makes it a nice challenge for any golfer.

The Golf Club at Echo Falls

20414 121st Ave. SE, Snohomish

360-668-3030 or 1-877-395-2138

Par 70; Yardage: 5,505 (white), 5,975 (blue)

Head pro: Caleb Kraus

Rates: Weekdays (excluding Fridays)—$39; Weekends, holidays (including Fridays)—$45. NOTE: Echo Falls is planning an upcoming seasonal rate increase. Discount rates—Oki Golf cards, afternoon, twilight, early bird (Mon.-Thu.)

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Pretty Echo Falls seems to play longer than its yardage because of a challenging layout. The course, which is not heavily wooded, has six par 3s, including the 18th hole, which has an island green, making it one of the most memorable closing holes in the county.

Flowing Lake Golf Course

5001 Weber Road, Snohomish

360-568-2753

Par 68; Yardage: 4,514

Manager: Marilyn Woolworth

Rates: Weekdays—$21; Weekends, holidays—$25; Discount rates—twilight, active military, seniors

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Scenic Flowing Lake has a tight, tree-lined front nine, while the back nine is more open. The quiet, peaceful course has hills and 12 ponds.

Gleneagle Golf Course

7619 E. Country Club Drive, Arlington

360-435-6713

Par 70; Yardage: 5,437 (gold), 5,851 (green)

Manager: Andrew Kaemingk

Rates: Weekdays—$21*; Weekends, holidays—$27*; Discount rates—juniors, seniors (Mon.-Fri.), early bird (Mon.-Fri.), twilight, military (Mon.-Fri.).

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Gleneagle, which is under new management, has tight fairways and there is water on all but three holes, making precise placement a must.

Harbour Pointe Golf Course

11817 Harbour Pointe Blvd., Mukilteo

425-355-6060 or 1-800-233-3128

Par 72; Yardage: 6,209 (white), 6,637 (blue)

General manager: Mark Rashell

Rates: Weekdays (excluding Fridays)—$45; Weekends, holidays (including Fridays)—$52. NOTE: Harbour Pointe is planning an upcoming seasonal rate increase. Discount rates—Oki Golf cards, early bird (Mon.-Thu.), afternoon, twilight, men’s club, ladies’ club

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: One of the most challenging, scenic and enjoyable courses in the area, Harbour Pointe is a first-class golfing experience by any measure.

Kayak Point Golf Course

15711 Marine Drive, Stanwood

360-652-9676 or 1-800-562-3094

Par 72; Yardage: 6,109 (white), 6,719 (blue)

Manager: Sky Miller

Rates: Weekdays (excluding Fridays)—$32; Weekends, holidays (including Fridays)—$42; Discount rates—seniors (Mon.-Thu.), juniors (Mon.-Thu.), ladies (Mon.-Thu.), early bird, twilight, cart special (Mon.-Thu.), Access Card

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: One of the top public courses in the area, Kayak Point is on a hillside with views of the Olympic Mountains. There are also significant terrain changes, so be prepared for a workout if you walk. Kayak Point also offers an 18-hole putting course.

Kenwanda Golf Course

14030 Kenwanda Drive, Snohomish

360-668-1166 or 1-866-300-1166

Par 69; Yardage: 5,336

Owner: Curtis Creighton

Rates: Weekdays—$22.50; Weekends, holidays—$27.50; Discount rates—annual pass, six-month pass, seniors (Mon.-Fri.), juniors, twilight

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: A fairly open course on rather hilly terrain, Kenwanda drains well and is a good course to play in rainy months. There are just two water hazards and there is bunkering behind many greens.

Legion Memorial Golf Course

144 W. Marine View Drive, Everett

425-259-4653

Par 72: Yardage: 6,111 (white), 6,627 (blue)

General manager: Rex Fullerton

Rates: Weekdays—$30*; Weekends, holidays—$35*; Discount rates—juniors (Mon.-Fri.), Frequent Player card, twilight, super twilight, senior, early bird, military

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Legion Memorial, Everett’s original municipal course, is one of the better city-owned courses in the Puget Sound area. And for that reason it is one of the most popular.

Lynnwood Municipal Golf Course

20200 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood

425-672-4653

Par 65; Yardage: 4,741

Head pro: Dan Smith

Rates: Weekdays (excluding Fridays)—$28*; Weekends, holidays (including Fridays)—$33*; Discount rates—seniors, juniors, twilight, family golf hour

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: no

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Lynnwood, located adjacent to Edmonds C.C., is short and tight. Accuracy is a must on this tree-lined course, which has excellent drainage and stays relatively dry during periods of heavy rain.

Nile Country Club

6601 244th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace

425-776-5154

Par 67; Yardage: 5,021

Head pro: Randy Puetz

Rates: Weekdays—$28*; Weekends, holidays—$33*; Discount rates—juniors, seniors (Mon.-Fri.), twilight (Fri.-Sun.), early bird (Mon.-Fri.), Monday special, 10-round punch cards

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Scenic Nile was once a private course, but now is open to the public. Nile has many hills and tight fairways, and wayward shots are often punished.

Snohomish Public Golf Club

7806 147th Ave. SE, Snohomish

360-568-2676 or 1-800-560-2676

Par 72; Yardage: 6,325 (white), 6,813 (blue)

Head pro: John Brandvold

Rates: Weekdays—$27; Weekends, holidays (From June 1 to August 31, green fees on Friday will be at the weekend rate)—$34; Discount rates—seniors (weekdays), juniors (weekdays), twilight, early bird, annual pass, military

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Snohomish combines all the elements for a fine round of golf. The course has long, tree-lined fairways. There are several slopes, though some holes are flat, and many holes have water and other hazards.

Walter E. Hall Memorial Golf Course

1226 West Casino Road, Everett

425-353-4653

Par 72; Yardage: 5,808 (white), 6,189 (blue)

Head pro: Bob Gelinas

Rates: Weekdays—$24*; Weekends, holidays—$29*; Discount rates—juniors, annual, twilight, super twilight, early bird, seniors, military

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Walter Hall has mostly flat and spacious fairways that are generally forgiving for the golfer with occasionally wayward shots. It is a comfortable and very popular municipal course, and also one of the most affordable.

Wellington Hills Golf Course

7026 240th SE, Woodinville

425-485-5589

Par 34 (9 holes); Yardage: 2,608

Operators: Jan Japar and Mimi Racicot

Rates: Weekdays—$11*, $18* for 18; Weekends, holidays—$12*, $19* for 18; Discount rates—seniors (weekdays), juniors (weekdays), annual passes, 20-round punch cards

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: no

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Located near the very southern edge of Snohomish County, Wellington Hills has a rolling terrain and small greens. Only a handful of hazards, two bunkers and water on one hole come into play.

Outside Snohomish County

Avalon Golf Club

1717 Kelleher Road, Burlington

360-757-1900 or 1-800-624-0202

Par 36 (each nine); Yardage: Avalon is a 27-hole course. The average of each 9 holes is about 3,150 (green), 3,375 (black)

Head pro: Brian Kruhlak

Rates: Monday-Thursday (April)—$38 (includes unlimited play); Friday (April)—$43 (includes unlimited play); Weekends, holidays (April)—$48 (includes unlimited play); Monday-Thursday (May)—$43 (includes unlimited play); Friday (May)—$48 (includes unlimited play); Weekends, holidays (May): $54 (includes unlimited play); Monday-Thursday (beginning June)—$48 (includes unlimited play); Friday (beginning June)—$54 (includes unlimited play); Weekends, holidays (beginning June)—$59 (includes unlimited play); Discount rates—seniors, juniors, twilight, annual, men’s club, social membership

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

Restaurant: yes

All grass tees: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Avalon has three nine-hole courses, each par 36, which means it’s a great all-day golf destination. There aren’t many water hazards, and trees line most fairways.

Camaloch Golf Course

326 East Camano Drive, Camano Island

360-387-3084 or 1-800-628-0469

Par 72; Yardage: 5,801 (white), 6,234 (blue)

Head pro: Gary Schopf

Rates: Weekdays—$31*; Weekends, holidays—$37*; Discount rates—seniors, juniors, junior walk-on (no tee times), military, twilight, late rate, annual pass, 10-round punch card

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Camaloch is in the sun belt, meaning it receives less rain than courses closer to Seattle. The fairways are generally open and flat. The course has four ponds.

Eaglemont Golf Club

4127 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon

360-424-0800 or 1-800-368-8876

Par 72; Yardage: 5,766 (white), 6,659 (blue)

Head pro: Kevin LeDuc

Rates: Weekdays through April 30—$42 (includes power cart). Weekends, holidays through April 30—$47 (includes power cart. Weekdays beginning May 1 (excluding Friday)—$52 (includes power cart); Weekends, holidays beginning May 1 (including Fridays)—$62 (includes power cart). Note: For $15 more on any day, golfers can play all day. Discount rates—seniors, juniors, early bird, twilight, annual

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts: yes

Description: Power carts are mandatory at this scenic course. The fairways are tree-lined and hilly in places, and are strategically challenging.

Gallery Golf Course

3065 N. Cowpens Road, Oak Harbor

360-257-2178

Par 72; Yardage: 6,047 (white), 6,332 (blue)

Head pro: Michael Fields

Rates: $33. Discount rates—Monday Madness, military (active and retired), Dept. of Defense, juniors (with sponsors)

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Located at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Gallery is open to the public. There are terrific views of Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

The Golf Club at Redmond Ridge

11825 Trilogy Parkway NE, Redmond

425-836-1510

Par 70; Yardage: 6,026 (white), 6,503 (blue)

Head pro: Todd Mielke

Rates: Weekdays (excludes Friday)—$64 (includes cart); Weekends, holidays (includes Friday)—$70 (includes cart); NOTE: Redmond Ridge is planning an upcoming seasonal rate increase. Discount rates—Oki Golf cards, early bird (Mon.-Thu.), afternoon, twilight

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Formerly Trilogy Golf Club, the course was renamed after its purchase by Oki Golf a few years ago. A beautiful course, though not long, it offers surrounding woodlands and water on several holes.

Jackson Park Golf Course

1000 NE 135th, Seattle

206-363-4747

Par 71; Yardage: 5,841 (white), 6,247 (blue)

Head pro: Pete Guzzo

Rates: Weekdays—$30*; Weekends, holidays—$35*; Discount rates—juniors, seniors, early bird, dew sweeper, twilight, super twilight, active military, Premier Golf Program

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Located along I-5 in north Seattle, Jackson Park is one of the busiest courses in the greater Seattle area. There is also a nine-hole par-3 course, which was recently lengthened.

Wayne Public Golf Course

16721 96th NE, Bothell

425-486-4714

Par 65; Yardage: 4,326

Head pro: Steve Richards

Rates: Weekdays—$23*; Weekends, holidays—$26*; Discount rates—seniors, juniors, Monday &Wednesday special (until noon), annual

Driving range: no

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: no

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Compact Wayne straddles the Sammamish River in north King County. Its short, tight layout requires accurate placement of shots.

White Horse Golf Club

9260 NE White Horse Dr., Kingston

360-297-4468

Par 72; Yardage: 5,673 (white), 6,234 (blue)

General manager, head pro: Bruce Christy

Rates: Weekdays (excluding Fridays)—$35; Weekends (including Fridays), holidays—$49; Discount rates—juniors, seniors (Mon.-Fri.), twilight, military (Mon.-Thu.), replay rate

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: no

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: White Horse presents a unique challenge on every hole, whether it is water, elevation changes or delicate approach shots, not to mention 130 bunkers over 18 holes. White Horse also offers a complimentary shuttle to and from the golf course at the Kingston ferry terminal (call ahead for details).

Willows Run Golf Course

10402 Willows Road, Redmond

425-883-1200

Eagles Talon, Par 72; Coyote Creek, Par 72

Yardage: Eagles 6,238 (white), 6,803 (black); Coyote 5,826 (white), 6,344 (black)

Head pro: Shawn Beattie

Rates: Weekdays (excluding Fridays)—$42; Weekends (including Fridays), holidays—$56; Discount rates—early bird (Mon.-Fri.), seniors (Mon.-Thu.), ladies (Mon.-Thu.), twilight, super twilight, skylight, early nine, Friday cart special, Mon.-Tue. twilight all day, midday special, Access Card, Burner Card, Senior Card

Driving range: yes

Chipping green: yes

Putting green: yes

All grass tees: yes

Restaurant: yes

Power carts to rent: yes

Pull carts to rent: yes

Description: Willows Run offers two flat, challenging courses. The Eagles Talon layout is the longer of the two, while Coyote Creek places more of a premium on accuracy than distance. Ponds and creeks come into play on several holes. Willows Run also has added a nine-hole par-3 Heron Links course and an 18-hole putting course.

* Price include tax