Trophy Lake Golf and Casting starting bunker renovation

Trophy Lake Golf and Casting has earned a reputation as one the top courses in the Northwest and is known to be a solid test of golf. The design emphasizes risk-reward decisions over brute distance. Strategic tee shots and approach shots require full attention.

The course is located on the Kitsap Peninsula and is part of Oki Golf’s collection of courses. It is carved through dense northwest forest, giving players a sense of seclusion surrounded by natural beauty. The course condition is always impeccable and the drainage makes it a good winter course. However, one flaw came to the surface: some of the bunkers were in need of attention.

According the General Manager, Brian Catalli, over time the rocks from the glacial base began to migrate to the surface in the bunkers. The course was built in 1999 and it was determined that something had to be done to address this problem.

A major 3-phase bunker project was set in place at the course and is well on it’s way right now.

Design and improved playability as well as aesthetics are part of the overall project consideration. Phase 1 involves reshaping and moving 9 greeenside bunkers and 4-5 rebuilds. The project is the first major course construction since it was originally built.

In phase one, some of the bunkers are being made bigger and some made smaller. The 18th greenside bunker is 30% smaller and shallower which provides more room for golfers’ approach shots into the green. Bunker faces will also be rebuilt and sodded.

The first phase is projected to be finished in mid to late December of this year. New sand will be supplied in spring. The complete 3-phase project is expected to be completed in late 2028 to early 2029.

The first phase of the project is costing around $120k and the entire 3 phases will come in around $300k. The entire project is expected to be 3-4-year endeavor.        

The contractor is Ridgetop Golf out of Gig Harbor that has an extensive portfolio of course construction projects throughout the Northwest and Western United States, with courses like Sunriver, Overlake, Chambers Bay, Aldera Golf Club, Indian Canyon, and many more.

The investment in improving the course is a testament to the commitment to continue to provide a top tier golfing experience at Trophy Lake Golf and Casting.

    Every effort is being made to not interrupt play during construction.