Top 15 Golf Courses Near Seattle

Tukwila's Foster Golf Links, founded in 1925, is a beautiful, forested course with views of the Duwamish River. Though it's just a short drive south of Seattle and SEA Airport, it's easy to forget you're in an urban area. Golfers frequently spot wildlife such as bald eagles and even the occasional seal in the river. The 18-hole, par-68 course was designed to be enjoyed on foot, and while it attracts golfers of all skill levels, it's popular with beginners because of its overall shorter distance and forgiving fairways. The course is owned and operated by the City of Tukwila, and also offers lessons, a pro shop, and private event space available for rent. After your day on the links, kick back at Pasifika NW Grill & Bar, the on-site restaurant, which offers both Pacific Northwest and Pacific Islander cuisine.

In Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood, a short drive north of SEA Airport, you'll find Bill Wright Golf Complex at Jefferson Park, a large, historic course. This championship course stretches more than 5,900 yards and offers sweeping views of both the Seattle skyline and Mount Rainier. In addition to the main course, the Bill Wright Golf Complex features a nine-hole executive course, a driving range equipped with Toptracer technology, a restaurant and banquet space, and golf instruction programs available for players of all ages and skill levels, including private and group lessons. It is owned by the City of Seattle and operated by Premier Golf Centers LLC.

As one of the busiest courses in the area, Maplewood Golf Course boasts a par 72 course of more than 6,100 yards from the back tees. The beloved course was voted “Best Public Golf Course” four years in a row from the “Reader’s Choice Award” of the South County Journal. Here you'll find fun for all skill and age levels with ponds, traps, creeks, tree-lined fairways, and firm, fast greens. The 30-station covered, lit, and heated driving range makes it an approachable course year-round. While there, visit the full-service pro shop and the on-site grill and bar. You can also take lessons from PGA Certified teachers.

The City of Kent’s Riverbend Golf Complex is a public facility that includes an 18-hole golf course, a driving range, and a retail store selling golf merchandise. Situated on 160 acres of former agricultural land, it is bordered by the popular Green River Trail and adjacent to the Green River in the Kent Valley. The golf complex is bisected north and south by Meeker Street, with the driving range located on the south side. The recently remodeled course is relatively flat and easy to walk, yet offers a challenge to all skill levels of players, with over 50 bunkers and three lakes. In addition to the golf course, the golf complex also has a 32-stall driving range.

Located just nine miles from the airport, West Seattle Golf Course is a city-owned facility maintained by the City of Seattle and operated by Premier Golf Centers LLC. The course’s front nine follows the path of Longfellow Creek and features relatively level terrain, playing to a par 37. In contrast, the back nine presents a more demanding test despite being nearly 300 yards shorter. Rolling hills, uneven lies, and afternoon winds add to the challenge, while several holes offer spectacular views of downtown Seattle and Elliott Bay.

Glen Acres is a private nine-hole golf and country club located in South Seattle, serving both members and residents of its 225-home community. The club combines a welcoming atmosphere with a variety of amenities, including dining, event spaces, golf practice areas, an indoor golf studio, and a seasonal swimming pool. Designed by renowned golf course architect A.V. Macan, the full-length nine-hole course offers a classic layout with fast greens and a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. With flexible membership options, corporate memberships, and competitive pricing, Glen Acres offers an accessible way to enjoy the benefits of private club living and golf in the Seattle area.

Located a short drive north of downtown Seattle, Interbay Golf Center features a scenic nine-hole executive course, an 18-hole miniature golf course, and an 80-stall driving range equipped with covered and heated hitting bays. Golfers can enhance their practice sessions with Toptracer technology available throughout the driving range, while professional instruction from PGA and LPGA-certified instructors helps players improve their game. Additional services include custom club fitting and repair, as well as a well-stocked golf shop carrying current equipment, apparel, and accessories.

Located alongside the Green River in Auburn, Washington, Auburn Golf Course combines a natural setting with views from several elevated hillside holes. The 18-hole, par-71 course stretches more than 6,300 yards. The facility offers a full range of golf services and amenities, including a pro shop, club and power cart rentals, professional instruction, tournaments, leagues, and membership opportunities.

Tacoma's Chambers Bay Golf, located about an hour south of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, is an internationally acclaimed, walking-only links-style golf course. Overlooking Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, this 18-hole course covers 249 acres of rugged, undulating terrain, offering gorgeous seaside views and a physically demanding walk. Players may hire a caddie for added course knowledge and assistance, and complimentary push carts are available.

Sitting in the shadow of Mt. Rainier, the 7,146-yard Druids Glen Golf Club in Covington, Washington, offers challenges to all skill levels. With more than 60 strategically placed sand bunkers and nine lakes, this course is rated one of the top 10 most difficult courses in the state. Though it's only a 45-minute drive south of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, the course is steeped in natural beauty, with forests, lakes, and mountain views. There is also a clubhouse and on-site restaurant.

The Golf Club at Newcastle, about half an hour east of Seattle Southside, offers sweeping views of Lake Washington, Mount Rainier, the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, and the Seattle skyline. Perched atop 350 acres of rolling hills, the property features two 18-hole championship golf courses: Coal Creek, which stretches more than 7,000 yards, and China Creek, which offers a slightly shorter but equally scenic round. There is also a large clubhouse and an on-site restaurant. You do not need to be a member to play, but it is recommended to book a tee time in advance on the website.

Located in Lacey, Washington, about 1.5 hours south of SEA airport, The Golf Club at Hawks Prairie features two distinct public 18-hole championship courses. The Woodlands showcases classic Pacific Northwest golf with tree-lined fairways, wetlands, ponds, and expansive greens, offering a challenging layout that stretches up to 7,170 yards. In contrast, The Links, designed by Peter L.H. Thompson, delivers a Scottish-inspired experience with open fairways, rolling terrain, water hazards on half the holes, and sweeping views of Puget Sound and Mount Rainier.

Tacoma's Cedar Irons Golf Club (formerly North Shore Golf Course) was founded in 1961, but underwent a massive renovation completed in 2026. Today, this 18-hole public course offers state-of-the-art facilities, better playability, newly designed green complexes, redesigned bunkers, and enhanced teeing grounds. Located just a few minutes south of Des Moines, it's an easy destination if you're staying in Seattle Southside.

Trophy Lake Golf & Casting, located on the Kitsap Peninsula (west of Seattle), combines championship golf with one of the Pacific Northwest's favorite pastimes—fishing. This 18-hole course winds through dense forest, featuring rolling fairways, expansive greens, dramatic white-sand bunkers, and views of the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier. Though it's a bit of a drive (roughly 1.5 hours from Seattle Southside), it is a relaxing, resort-style destination.

Husky fans, this one's for you. Washington National Golf Club in Auburn, about 45 minutes south of SEA Airport, is home to the University of Washington men's and women's golf teams, and there are touches of UW pride throughout the 18-hole championship course. It's a top choice for collegiate tournaments and was chosen as the site of the NCAA regional championships. Wide green fairways are surrounded by natural grasses and strategically placed white sand bunkers, giving the course both scenic beauty and plenty of challenge.