Shuksan Golf Club where memorable rounds are common place

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Updated: March 31, 2015

There are no more dramatic tee shots than the ones you’ll get from the first and 10th tees at Shuksan Golf Club in Bellingham. Perched high above the fairway with an elevation drop of about 100 feet, it is one of the more rewarding tee-shots you can have in golf. The variety of holes at Shuksan is perhaps its greatest feature – the course winds through low lands and then up and down as the terrain varies throughout the layout.

Between Ten Mile Creek that meanders through the course and the ponds and marshlands, water is a significant defender for the course. Water is present on 17 of the 18 holes so bring some extra balls. The challenges presented by Shuksan will put a premium on accuracy, both from the tee and with approach shots.

The greens are fast and can be frustrating if your putter is not working well. Many of the greens are elevated, which can be a challenge when selecting clubs for approach shots.

What could be better, after you finish your round, than to sit on the outside patio, that is perched high on a hill, overlooking the course. It’s a great place for lunch or a cold beer while you settle up with your golfing buddies.

We can’t talk about Shuksan without mentioning the spectacular views of the Cascade Range and Mount Baker. The popular outside Bridal Terrace takes full advantage of the mountainous backdrop.

The clubhouse can accommodate up to 250 guests and is very popular for weddings and banquets. Shuksan Golf Club offers several specials throughout the year, see their ad in this issue and check their website at shuksangolf.com.