Heron Lakes Golf Club, North Portland’s Public Golf Course
Heron Lakes Golf Club, a public golf course in North Portland, next to St John’s neighborhood was rated among the nation’s 75 best public golf courses. Heron Lakes offers two courses designed by Robert Trent Jones II , The Greenback Course has an easy going feel while The Great Blue Course pose a collection of excellent risk/reward riddles for all four sets of tees
Built into the Columbia River lowlands the Club first opened in 1968 when the Greenback course was unveiled. This parkland-style course attracts those seeking a moderate challenge in a natural setting. Greenback incorporates trees, ponds, and plenty of bunkers on the way to large friendly greens. The Great Blue Course was opened in 1992 and is home to numerous events including the NFL Quarterback Shootout and the Northwest Open. It features rambling fairways fairways and Scottish-style mounds and is a Portland golfer favorite.
The Heron Lakes Golf Club was founded in 1972 and is made up of a group of golfers who enjoy competing against one another. All skill levels are welcome to apply for membership which includes with an official USGA handicap, discounts in the Pro shop and preferred Saturday and Wednesday tee times. The club also holds monthly tournaments February through November. The Women’s Club offers organized competitive play on Tuesdays and Saturdays March through October. Membership benefits are similar to the men’s club with the addition of $100 prize for a hole-in-one during club play.
Heron Lakes Golf Club takes tee time reservations from 7 am until 3:30 pm, rates run between $23 and $37 for 18 holes and around $17 for 9 holes during regular hours. The Pro Shop features many top brands including Ping, TaylorMade, Tour Edge, and FootJoy and PGA golf instructors are available. Heron Lakes Golf Club is located at 3500 N. Victory Blvd. For more information check out heronlakesgolf.com. Looking for more golf courses in Portland Oregon? Check out the Eastmoreland Golf Course at 425 SE Bybee Blvd. or the Glendoveer Golf Course at 14015 NE Glisan St,
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