via Google1🏆 4 award winnersChambers Bay
Nearest metro: Seattle (SEA)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
16 courses·$$$·$1,125/golfer
Marquee: Chambers Bay
4 destinations · 25 catalog courses · 11 nationally ranked
Best Golf Courses in Washington
Washington carries 4 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 25 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.
Every Washington destination, ranked
Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.
| # | Destination | Nearest airport | Courses | Peak greens fee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chambers Bay | SEA (Seattle) | 1 must-play / 16 total | $85–$170 | $$$ |
| 2 | Gamble Sands | SEA (Seattle) | 3 must-play / 10 total | $55–$295 | $$$ |
| 3 | Spokane | GEG (Spokane) | 4 must-play / 13 total | $44–$112 | $ |
| 4 | Bellingham | BLI (Bellingham) | 3 must-play / 10 total | $46–$140 | $$ |
Where is the best golf in Washington?
Chambers Bay at Chambers Bay is the strongest catalog course in Washington, earning U.S. Open Host (2015) on national rankings. Washington carries 11 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.
The Washington destination lineup
Near Seattle
via Google1🏆 4 award winners
via Google2🏆 3 award winnersGamble Sands
Nearest metro: Seattle (SEA)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
10 courses·$$$·$1,072/golfer
Marquee: Gamble Sands - Sands Course
Near Spokane
via Google3🏆 2 award winnersSpokane
Nearest metro: Spokane (GEG)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
13 courses·$·$1,055/golfer
Marquee: Indian Canyon Golf Course
Near Bellingham
via Google4🏆 2 award winnersBellingham
Nearest metro: Bellingham (BLI)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
10 courses·$$·$1,078/golfer
Marquee: Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club
When to plan a Washington golf trip
The strongest months for golf in Washington are Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.
Frequently asked questions about golf in Washington
Is Washington a good state for a golf trip?
Yes, decisively. Washington has 4 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 25 independently researched courses, including 11 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Chambers Bay anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.
How much does a Washington golf trip cost?
A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Washington runs about $1,078 per person on average across the state's 4 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,055 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,125. Flights are excluded since they depend on your home airport. Use the trip calculator on any destination's page to lock in the actual number for your group.
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This page ranks every Washington destination in Scramble's catalog by national-ranking depth, must-play course count, and total catalog course count, with editorial overrides where the auto-rank misses something. Trip cost is computed by sample-planning a 3-round, 4-golfer trip at mid-range ($$) lodging for each destination. Weather scores combine 20-year temperature and precipitation data.
Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.