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Tee It Up in Seattle
nown for its idyllic fusion of urban and
rural, Seattle is a place where art meets
nature, where a foodie’s fantasies
come true, and Washington wines offer perfect
pairings. Spectacular water views show off
the city’s skyline with its iconic Space Needle
jutting skyward. Cast your gaze to the west
for a breathtaking vista of sparkling Puget
Sound with the magnificent backdrop of
the Olympic Mountains, and south for the
majestic Mt. Rainier.
Seattle is a culturally rich metropolis, vibrant,
sophisticated, yet authentic, with world-class galleries,
restaurants, markets, theatres and museums. Just like
the city’s celebrated coffee, it’s a perfect blend of
contemporary and historic, grand and intimate, quiet
and active.
And speaking of active, the locals get outside every
chance they get.
For decades, they’ve been passionate golf aficionados
and never more so than now, having welcomed an
international championship into their midst. As the global
spotlight shone brightly on the area with the recent 2015
U.S. Open at Chambers Bay—the first time in history the
prestigious championship has been played in the Pacific
Northwest—golfers from near and far are teeing it up.
Players are trekking to the region to try their swing on
this dramatic links course with its windswept dunes,
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massive, undulating greens and expansive tee areas. And
now with the tournament over, this stunning course is
open for public play so you can retrace the footsteps of
the leader board’s stars.
Chambers Bay is calling your name.
Golf traditionalists will appreciate the almost mystical
experience of playing a true links course. It’s a challenging
18-hole, walking-only course that’s continuously turfed
so cart paths don’t intrude upon the natural beauty of the
track. When tackling the fescue-grass fairways cradled
by rolling dunes and sweeping water views, carry your
own bag, use a pull cart, or do as the pros do, and hire a
caddy. These knowledgeable individuals can offer insider
tips and advice, helping you get the most out of your
round with yardage information, club selection and intel
on each hole.
Robert Trent Jones II was asked to design a worldclass course for golfers of any skill level, yet capable
of hosting international championships. With a nod
to classic links courses, he designed Chambers Bay to
encourage imaginative, creative shot making. There’s no
“line of play”, but rather infinite possibilities from tee to
green to get around the course. With stellar views of the
Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, this authentic links
experience, with a Northwest flair, provides a visual feast
from hole to hole.
Chambers Bay was named the #1 Municipal Course
in the U.S. by Links magazine; the #1 Public Course in
Washington State by Golf Digest magazine; and is #8 in