Colorado Golf Club
8000 Preservation Trail, Parker
This private, member-owned championship course, designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, features 1,700 acres of ponderosa pines, scenic hillsides and open meadows.
Considered one of golf’s finest modern courses, CGC opened in 2007 and hosted the 71st Senior PGA Championship just three years later. From the first hole that offers a view of Mount Evans to the rugged, natural terrain surrounding the 18th hole, golfers of all ages and abilities will enjoy the challenge and beauty of Colorado Golf Club.
Member amenities include a 44,000-square-foot clubhouse; fine and casual dining; a pool with pool-side service, two hot tubs, and fitness center; and access to six cottages located adjacent to the practice facility. (303) 840-5400; coloradogolfclub.com
The Pinery Country Club
6900 North Pinery Parkway, Parker
Created by golf course architect David Bingham and completed in 1975, The Pinery Country Club offers 27 holes divided into three distinct nine-hole courses—Lake, Valley, and Mountain. They can be played in any combination, allowing members and their guests to indulge in a unique challenge every time they play.
Beyond golf, members have access to indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a fitness center, and a newly renovated aquatics center that includes three swimming pools. Myriad social events held year-round include wine-tasting dinners, holiday parties, weekly kids’ club activities, and parent-child golf and tennis championships.
(303) 841-2060
thepinerycc.com
The Club at Pradera
5225 Raintree Drive, Parker
Imagine a golf course that blends Irish modern influences with a Colorado twist. That’s Pradera’s 7,200-yard championship course, designed by award-winning golf course architect Jim Engh. The 18-hole course starts with a short par 5—a nice way to build a little confidence—and meanders through the pristine natural landscape.
The golfing season is filled with men’s and ladies' leagues, tournaments and events, and social gatherings and events are offered year-round for members of all ages and interests.
Pradera’s clubhouse is the perfect place to end a day on the links with indoor and outdoor dining, a full-service golf shop, and men’s and women’s locker rooms.
(303) 607-5700
theclubatpradera.com
Black Bear Golf Club
11400 Canterberry Parkway, Parker
Being a member of Parker’s Black Bear Golf Club is actually a two-for-one deal, as you’ll also enjoy membership status at Aurora’s Blackstone Country Club. That means 36 holes of golf, as well as host of amenities including tennis courts, pickleball, swimming, a new fitness center, dining venues, event rooms, practice facilities, tournament planning and more.
And since these two clubs are part of the Invited Club network, members have reciprocal privileges to hundreds of country and business clubs around the country and special discounts to hotels, resorts, and entertainment venues.
(303)-840-3100
invitedclubs.com/clubs/blackstone-black-bear
Saddle Rock Golf Course
21705 East Arapahoe Road, Aurora
The former home of the Colorado Open as well as numerous statewide amateur and professional events, Saddle Rock is a public course—one of five managed by the City of Aurora.
With green fees averaging around $50 for 18 holes and lesson plans for juniors, teens, and adults, Saddle Rock is an affordable and accessible way to discover the game of golf.
With panoramic views, a challenging yet manageable course layout and great clubhouse amenities, it’s no wonder Saddle Rock was ranked one of America's Top 10 Best New Courses by Golf Digest.
(303) 326-8460
auroragov.org/things_to_do/golf/golf_courses/saddle_rock
The Swing Bays
11183 South Parker Road A, Parker
Looking for a place to up your game or just get in some playing time on rainy or snowy days? The Swing Bays, an indoor golf facility, has you covered. Members can take advantage of instruction from the area’s top PGA teachers, full-swing and short-game practice areas, industry-leading technologies like Trackman, expert equipment, and club-fitting and repair services.
The Swing Bays also hosts social events through meeting areas, leagues, tournaments and contests, and after-hours events that include beverages and light fare.
(720) 524-4999
theswingbays.com
Double Eagle Indoor Golf
11027 South Parker Road, Parker
Double Eagle Indoor Golf doesn’t give lessons, sell clubs, offer fittings, or serve food or alcohol. This no-frills, low-cost venue simply offers recreational golfers what was once only available to the pros—launch monitors to evaluate their swing. And they offer it 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Once members have found their golfing mojo, they can apply what they’ve learned on some of the most beautiful and exotic courses from across the country and around the world via virtual courses.
720-225-0555
2eaglegolf.com