A member must be over 65 years of age and have been a member for 25 continuous years. We offer a variety of affordable golf and social memberships that give you both: Access to some of the Pacific Northwest's most . I would put Tualatin down on my list and just as soon drive to Edgewater, Royal Oaks, or Riverside before I would join there. A great deal on a membership that you end up not using isnt a good deal. The practice area is one of the best in the area. Very nice practice facility. If you want more info, send me a PM and I'd be happy to chat. -Portland (hadn't really considered it but it's location is probably no better then Royal Oaks or Edgewater in terms of fighting traffic) Great idea though. Pasted as rich text. [/quote] This level of exclusivity provides easy access to the golf course, for example, with every . Randwick Golf Club, Malabar: Full annual fee $849, social $9. In addition, Seletar Lifestyle Membership is the only golf club membership that foreigners can join for the same prices as Singapore citizens and permanent . You can post now and register later. Membership at Waverley is by invitation. Weighing in at a perfect 7,052 yards, the Oregon Golf Club is definitely one of the best private clubs in Portland, if not all of Oregon. Full membership: 750. Not that I'm a range guy (although I should be). Your link has been automatically embedded. Introductory Offer New Members: 550. Learn more about our membership opportunities that fit what you are looking for. Just the other side of the MAC is Providence Park stadium, home of our major league soccer teams; the Portland Timbers and the womens soccer team the Portland Thorns. #1 is a good opening hole. Lining the fairways and mirrored in the majestic water features throughout the course, you have towering evergreen pines. /novel. They also have a wine cellar with over 5,000 of the best Pacific Northwest wines any grape could muster. Thanks in advance! If you want more info, send me a PM and I'd be happy to chat. - Royal Oaks (location/traffic) heard the course is good. Thanks for the comments, everyone; keep 'em coming. When I looked into it a couple years ago, full initiation was $12,000 (payable in two installments), and dues were higher than Riverside. Lots of young members at Riverside. Sounds nice. If youre not super into golfing but would like to take advantage of other facilities, they have a Social Membership that will still get you and your family invited to their full calendar of exclusive events. cons - just haven't really heard much about the place so I have nothing to go on) EmperorPenguin [quote name='barosborough' timestamp='1394238910' post='8822643'] GF and I are thinking about moving to Portland in the next year or so and curious what kind of dues/initiations there are at the various clubs. I have not played any of these places except The Reserve. Another nice aspect of the club is a great pool and a newly renovated dining area. Not a member at any of them (actually a Reserve member) but my 2 cents If location wasn't an issue I'd pick Royal Oaks. Click to view and leave a Portland, OR golf course review here. You can spend $1200 and play a lot of golf over the year. [quote name='Ajlepisto' timestamp='1396339895' post='8992729'] Its also that they have a very inclusive, family-friendly environment. Now the city is still generally VERY safe. The most accessible option in price is El Caballero Country Club, as it requires a fee of only $47,000. I got a really quick reply from WVCC today and hope to play a round out there next week. 5900 SW Scholls Ferry Rd. I don't use range sessions to gauge my club distance. What part of town do you live in? I got a really quick reply from WVCC today and hope to play a round out there next week. An 18 hole course, we offer an easy walking, championship course with spectacular. Definatly pushed me over the edge as to wanting to be a member at a club. When someone joins the University Club, its usually because they are deep into arts and culture. Its located on beautiful Petes Mountain, where many of the Portland Trailblazers live. Many have said the combination of Columbia and Riverside would be the equivalent of Pumpkin or Reserve on the east side (which would be great). The golf course is both challenging and incredibly enjoyable. Every club is likely going to be running a winter/trial promo right now, but if it is anything like years past the best deals will probably be around March. That doesn't mean I was going to drive to Pumpkin, but for me, anything on the East side was probably fair game. I will admit, the ambience and family amenities are really nice. Entitled to Full 7 Day Course Access. Learn more about Golf & Real Estate at The Reserve Club at Woodside! BREWSTER, WA | Enjoy 3 nights' accommodations at The Inn at Gamble Sands and 3 rounds of golf at Gamble Sands - Sands Course and the new QuickSands Short Course. Food King Cost Plus. Will send you a PM after I get my first impressions. spot. The Madison Club - California, USA: 22,310. What is your age? We are moving from San Francisco (I know, sorry), so we are very much used to homelessness and high tax issues, but Portland is attractive to us because it's still relatively much more affordable compared to the Bay Area, I'm keeping my job/salary, and my wife is from Tacoma, which is just a quick 2 hour drive north. Heron Lakes and rose city have active mens clubs with competitive games 2-3 times a week. jarediogolf Again, I would avoid Persimmon. Queensland. only 20 mins from my house and not much traffic. Would like to get into a club membership if it was worth it so I'm curious if there were any recommendations or if there were any good deals or daily rates. There are several water hazards as well. If youre looking for luxury homes in Portland, Oregon, the areas that surround these hotspots are some of the top areas to live in the entire city. Like-minded individuals who really care about being active and having fun. They don't even have a link to the scorecard on the site. - Arrowhead (a little far for just a golf club with not much social/facilities.) This includes recording all attendees names and numbers, policing social distancing and hygiene requirements. - Edgewater (love the course but location and traffic aren't going to be much better then Royal Oaks) Name * First Last. Drainage problems have by and large been fixed. A couple different people told me that Country Clubs all over, especially the Portland Metro Area, are really hurting financially and desperate for members. The course is tricky. As licensed real estate agents in Oregon and Washington, we specialize in helping people who are looking to move here. Being hard ot hearing will not help here. I've played almost entirely with randoms, and have not played with a group that hasn't been extremely welcoming, helpful, and friendly. Being an American Golf club, not so much. Don't know anyone who's a member. Great greens though. Riverside and C-E are pretty much a straight shot up 33rd, maybe 15 minutes from home, so that's why I was starting there. Columbia Edgewater What Does a ClubCorp Membership Cost? I didn't find there to be a whole lot of negotiating room when I dealt with some of the clubs, but ended up a club where it wasn't really necessary either. I played in there Member Guest last year was blown away with how nice and fun most everyone was at the club. $9.00 (Anytime) Seniors 55 & over. . It was pretty wet and muddy on Monday in the Pro-Am. When you visit Portland Golf Club, you can enjoy the 38,000 square foot fully-modernized clubhouse. I'm glad you were able to play although it was surprising they put you out on a Monday. I live in SE about 10 minutes from East Moreland, but more often I drive to Langdon Farms, love that place. I always had a good experience with the folks who worked there. Portland Golf Club was established in 1914 and has a reputation for being one of the most prestigious member-owned clubs in Oregon. The Club is open seven days a week for members and their guests to enjoy the following: World-class golf course and programs; The finest year-round tennis facilities and programs in Northern New England; A comprehensive fitness center; Indoor and outdoor swimming pools Waverley Country Club: Playing the Course. Also I guess it was extra bad timing as they just sanded the greens that morning!!! Great neighborhood bars but no HOAs so the potential to end up next to the Red House (Google Red House Portland) and read up on it). - Willamette Valley Country Club (pros - have never played but have heard great things about the course. The. Members here really cheer each other on in the good spirit of competitive sportsmanship. There is also the added cost and liability nobody wants an assessment. Started 49 minutes ago, Please put and questions or comments here, Please put any questions or comments here, Please put any questions of comments here. "take that, you miserable little white swine! Wish there was a setup like the Reserve on the east side. North Course. If youre thinking about moving anywhere in the Portland Metro, make sure you give us a call, shoot us a text, send us an email or even send us a pigeon carrier. Anyone considering a wedding here should speak with coordinator to ensure these employees are fired. Other than greens, course could use a lot of work, especially the tee boxes. 20710 Portland Golf Club 20711 Springwood Country Club 20712 Wentworth Falls Country Club 20730 Broken Hill Golf + Country Club The Portland course - named after the Dukes of Portland who did much in the 19th century to generate wealth in the area with the construction of docks at Troon harbour and the creation of coal mines in nearby Kilmarnock . They host weekly happy hour gatherings. I'm a member at WVCC and I love the place. The people who work there are nice. We live in Sherwood and while not super convenient for golf, there is not a better area to raise kids and the schools are really good. I'm a member at WVCC and I love the place. The heavy rain hit then so much of the end of the turn and the first half of the back was kinda a blur. There are a lot of deals out there at other courses where I could play a lot of golf and save a lot of money by not joining a Country Club. Hitting restricted flight balls would be weird. Can't see it being a likely possability to go there after school once the kids start wanting to go to the pool and/or golf. It's nice to be able to go play another course if ]you travel or it's aerification time. PORTLAND GOLF CLUB v. COMMISSIONER OF . I believe their intermediate member rate or whatever it is (not sure if under 35 or 40) was something under $20k and they were able to roll half of it into their monthlies. The only club pool I've seen busy often is probably at Illahe Hills in Salem. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. would be much appreciated. Persimmon maybe a few minutes more. It wouldn't be a problem for me but for the family. However you want to get a hold of us, we got your back when moving to the Portland Metro. This category does include access to the Private Club Network. As a member, you can book ahead. Arnold Palmer Invitational 2023 (*** NO LIV DISCUSSIONS/REFERENCES ***), BGT Stability tour black with Scotty Cameron pistolini grip, Srixon ZX5 Iron Set Modus 120X; ZX 3 Wood KBS-70 Cat 4 X, My idiocy is your gain, Ventus TR Red 6x Driver $old, 2022 Scotty Cameron Phantom X7, Stealth DHY19, Rangefinder, Shafts. I also won't turn 40 for another 4.5 years so if there are any young adult membership options those would be nice, but it's not a deal killer. Paste as plain text instead, Hidden. I found the layout to be very uninteresting and the membership not very inviting. Plus i HATE the range, they use balls that are designed to not fly far and can't hit anything over 200 I believe. . Trick is to find the right one for you. #1 is a good opening hole. And a really good time for company holiday parties or events. The first par 3 is a great hole. That narrowed it down to Columbia Edgewater which we absolutely love. At number 7, we have the Portland Golf Club. Our lowest class starts at $225.00 and our highest . Whats cool about the Multnomah Whiskey Library is that they do allow a select number of walk-ins from the public. Winner of prestigious awards, Oregon Golf Club is an exclusive private club without the stuffy feel. All fields required unless otherwise noted.By providing your physical address, we can better tailor your Bay Club experience and make sure you enjoy all the amenities in the campus closest to you. GolfWRX_Official Wish there was a setup like the Reserve on the east side. On to the golf at Riverside: I think the practice facilities are great. I guess it boils down to what exactly you're looking for. 149 . We live in Wilsonville. I'll have to look into Riverside a bit more. Hitting off the grass year round sounds fantastic. Didn't get to go out on the course, but it looked pretty damn nice. I would put Tualatin down on my list and just as soon drive to Edgewater, Royal Oaks, or Riverside before I would join there. Just about to start this process myself. I don't really dislike the course it's just never struck me on first impression as a place I'd like to walk/play all the time. Portland Golf Club welcomes all players. I was really interested in Willamette Valley CC Players Club Membership and have heard great things about the course and practice facilities. You can post now and register later. I know their in-network reciprocals are pretty good too and some are relatively local (Astoria, Salem, Seattle). In order to receive the Junior Greens Fee rates you must present a City of Portland Junior Card. Good stuff. A post shared by Portland Golf Club (@portland_golf_club). Junior Member. Daily Golf Rates - 9 Holes. Thanks a bunch again for your opinions. Clear editor. There are just so many different things that you can do at this club, and its super family-friendly, too. If you are hard of hearing, this could be the best golf course on the east side. OLCC is a nice club, but the practice area and layout of the course kind of detract from the whole thing. It's not terrible hard. Reservations 207.797.3524 North Course Tee Times South Course Tee Times. Did they fix that? Lets talk about Waverly Country Club. Atmosphere is definitely golf oriented, which I appreciate, and food minimums are small and include alcohol. sets forth a standard of treating each other with respect and of not being standoffish. If the course didn't get so wet during the offseason, I would have stayed therebut I liked to walk and was trying to save money and play as much as possibleand it just didn't allow that, for the fact that it just got so sloppy and wet. Clear editor. I forgot to mention earlier that it is also one of the better draining courses in the Portland area. The best course around! Portland's Perfection in 18 holes. People join a waitlist to get in on the action here, and its easy to see why. It's a good challenge. Marketing & Membership DIrector [email protected]. I can think of 6 really good holes there, 6 ok ones, and 6 not so great holes. There is a new community in Hillsboro that butts up against the Reserve Golf Club that is really nice and north of 26 are some amazing neighborhoods and great schools all for a lot less than LO. Take 50% off dining at your Home Club, play . Definatly pushed me over the edge as to wanting to be a member at a club. Plays well all year. I live in SE Portland, and these are the closest to my house, which is a primary consideration. . My girlfriend probably gets more utility out of it than I do, but it is a nice amenity. On Sunday I was paired in the final group and there were several other guys at four over and five over. If you want to get out at WV, let me know. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. More as it develops. The location and amenities sure are nice. - Royal Oaks (location/traffic) Have scheduled a round through the Club Manager out there next week. 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 The Honda Classic - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Genesis Invitational - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Waste Management Phoenix Open - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - Discussion and Links to all photos. TEE CB2 15* 3w, 43" 65g Fujikura Motore F1 S-flex Will have to keep WVCC in the short list. We have a 1.5 year old daughter and likely will have another one on the way in the not too distant future, hence the focus on schools. This place has an old-school personal library feel with whiskey in place of books. To give you an accurate idea of the kind of vibe you can expect here, its safe to say that the traditions it was founded on have really stayed the same throughout time. Thanks a bunch again for your opinions. Strictly golf something I definitely appreciate. I'll send you a PM after the round and may take you up on the offer for more inside info then. Events . Everything I say about Riverside comes with the caveat that I've only been a member a month, but I've still played about 15 rounds. Facilities (clubhouse) are pretty nice, way nicer than Rock Creek. The east side of town is often younger but completely hit or miss on neighborhoods. Got a full clubhouse tour and then went out with the head pro for a complete tour of the course. I personally love the hike @OGC. I forgot to mention earlier that it is also one of the better draining courses in the Portland area. The MAC is the largest indoor athletic club in the entire world. My girlfriend probably gets more utility out of it than I do, but it is a nice amenity. Copyright 2023 GolfPass. All of these courses are not fancy, have ups and downs in condition, and can be slow at peak times. Riverside and C-E are pretty much a straight shot up 33rd, maybe 15 minutes from home, so that's why I was starting there. CECC sounds like a great place but might be a tough commute from where we'll be. Hard to beat a beverage on a summer night on their patio, overlooking the course and the sunset. Putt well at Riverside, you can putt well most places. The higher food minimum, which DOESN'T include alcohol, kind of sucks, but food is overall pretty good. A MAC membership provides exclusive stadium access, where you can even workout while watching a live game take place in front of your very eyes. Its stunning design makes the play both more challenging and more enjoyable. But costs could climb above $1000 per month when you add in various fees such as storage and golf cart fees. Please share a bit of info about yourself and press the submit button below. On the eastside, there are probably four or five worthy clubs that you should reach out and setup a play date with. For number 3 on the list of Portlands 7 most prestigious membership clubs, we go just a stones throw away to the. The heavy rain hit then so much of the end of the turn and the first half of the back was kinda a blur. [/quote] Any place I'm missing? Someone mentioned the prisoners yelling; that's on two holes, max, and it's not like it's constant. I would sneak out for a few holes here and there then hit balls, but most of the time, I would be there for nearly the whole day on off days and weekends. I will call them for an appointment for the whole sales pitch, including a round, next week. Forty full-time and part-time City employees maintain the five Portland Parks Golf courses. Membership. Rest of the course is in great shape as well. The clubhouse and the overall setting on the river are outstanding, and their driving range is probably the best in Portland. $6.00 (per person) Daily Golf Rates - 18 Holes. On Saturday I shot a 76 to tie for the lead after round 1 at my club championship. The Clubs Board and Committee system, run by Members, are vigilant about maintaining a healthy balance of exclusive access, financial efficiency, and long term vibrancy. As a member, you will also be invited to tastings and private events, and theyll outfit you with your own set of custom glassware as well. Winner of prestigious awards, Oregon Golf Club is an exclusive private club without the stuffy feel. Membership with The Brisbane Club means joining an international community. Not the best day to golf as we had two huge rain systems come in during the round. We'll likely be living in either the Southwest (Ainsworth or Bridlemile school areas) or the Sellwood-Eastmoreland area. (Primary place of residence must be over 40 kilometres from Port Fairy Post Office.) - Royal Oaks (location/traffic) The 56,000 square foot clubhouse is decadent enough, but when you add a world-class golf course and spa to the mix you have something special. - Persimmon (location and course winter play) Really enjoyed the calm quiet course. Our unparalleled year-round facilities and service set us apart from the rest, as our members can enjoy our numerous amenities. 5. My advice is to check [u]everything[/u] out (except OGC--personal rant--horrible course). My score card often looks like: Par-Par-Par-Double-Double-Double-Par, etc. I like both courses and having that change up would be awesome.). Probably one of the easiest to get a tee time at. I agree with you on the Pool but it's a really nice "family" selling point. Upcoming Golf Events. I also liked the clubhouse and the guys they paired me up with were fun to play with. According to a forum thread on GolfWRX.com, members claimed the dues are more than likely out of their . - Edgewater (love the course but location and traffic aren't going to be much better then Royal Oaks) Played a round at Rock Creek last Saturday, and despite Rock Creek being much faster, putted like a champ. Are you looking for a golf-only club or do you want the full boat (club, pool, etc)? Any suggestion on other places to look and/or questions I should ask when inquiring about membership would be great. There is also the added cost and liability nobody wants an assessment. They have a slick website with nice pictures but they don't really talk much about the course? [/quote] Rolling in at number five, we have the University Club of Portland. Great greens though. TEE CB2 13* 3w, 43.5", 57g Fujikura Motore F1 X-flex. Just like the Oregon Golf Club, you have the choice between different styles of membership. What about Portland, Waverley, Pumpkin or the Reserve? Yeah I think like a lot of others have said you either really like OGC or you don't. Edward Jones Investments . Great information on here so far. Portland Golf Club was established in 1914 and has a reputation for being one of the most prestigious member-owned clubs in Oregon. That being said, I really enjoyed my time there, and would recommend it to anyone as an "entry level" country club. Pumpkin is pretty nice but not Waverly or PGC and you will have to deal with the Korn Ferry Tour for a week or 2 and its a drive. Trial initiation was $1,000 for a year's worth of play (at 80% dues), but if you wanted to keep going you had to pay the full initiation. Just a personal preference. Tualatin Country Club is honored to win the Oregon Golf Association 2022 Facility of the Year Award and was recognized by The Oregonian with a Top Workplaces Award. Waverly, I played Tualatin Country Club today as a guest. 6 is fun although the sight lines from the blue tee that day was not great (big downhill dog leg left where all I could see is the cart path going across the fairway). I live in West Linn and mostly golf out at Stone Creek, OGA, or Langdon but play all around town. Miura Black Wedges 53* and 60*, Nippon NS Pro 850 GH S-flex document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); . Members here really cheer each other on in the good spirit of competitive sportsmanship. Riverside is a little more laid back and I personally like the atmosphere better. Wedges: Ping Eye 2 Gorge SW w/DG Spinner/Cleveland 588 Tour Issue 64 deg w/DG S400 Not sure if this is standard, but when I joined they also threw in free cart use for a year, which is really nice for getting 18 holes in after 6:00 at night (I've done it three times). [/quote] GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, Tuesday at 04:47 PM, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 20, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 13, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, February 6, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, January 31, By I've heard a lot of complaints about American Golf, but in the end I think it mostly matters who are the people you see day to day. 34" Piretti Bosa, GripMaster Pistol Grip Top 10 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Vancouver Washington, 17 things to know before moving to Vancouver Washington. Id also suggest figuring out what you want from a club. Good stuff. Any place I'm missing? The average individual club membership is $520 per month, according to a survey by Golf Digest. All rights reserved. Being able to hit off grass (double sided range) year round is a nice perk. The club has a climbing gym, basketball courts, gymnasiums, three swimming pools, and not to mention four of the best restaurants in the greater PDX metrorestaurants that most people will never eat at. Your previous content has been restored. . Age 20-25: 240. If youre thinking about moving to Portland OR, we can help you find your perfect home in the right neighborhood for you. Riverside is good, but most of the issues have been covered in this thread. Please note, we will not use your physical address for any direct . Its a super diverse practice area has a beautiful driving range as well as a 12,000-square-foot putting green. I have three little ones and the hope is they will be into golf but you never can tell. A rule of thumb is that a semi-private club is approximately half the cost of a private club. One thing Waverly Country Club truly excels at is a shared sense of comradery. It's really not that far but it's the tracffic thats a b****. Junior membership is$2k initiation and close to $400/month. A pristine, exclusive golf course located right in the heart of southwest Portland, this is the golf club to which Portlanders grow up. These are considered to be estimates and cannot be confirmed. I appreciate your opinion on Tualatin. Its located on beautiful Petes Mountain, where many of the Portland Trailblazers live. Play Video A Unique Fellowship. [/quote] I know a guy who was a member at OLCC. Or, if you dont even like golf that much, you can get a social membership, which basically allows you access to all the private events, dining facilities, practice course, and you can golf with a member once a month too. As for the course, I'm actually surprised at people who say it's boring and/or forgettable. TEE CB2 15* 3w, 43" 65g Fujikura Motore F1 S-flex. 2023 Oregon Golf Club Memberships. I also know a guy who recommended Rock Creek and said he really enjoys being a member there, and that it is more golf-oriented. They don't even have a link to the scorecard on the site. Anyone have much experience with Tualatin or Willamette? I also know a guy who recommended Rock Creek and said he really enjoys being a member there, and that it is more golf-oriented. If youre thinking about moving anywhere in the Portland Metro, make sure you, give us a call, shoot us a text, send us an email or even send us a pigeon carrier. Our club serves as a place where families can spend time together and enjoy the . 9. Like private clubs, there are memberships for individuals, family, corporate and non-residents. CECC is in a weird part of town but if you want the east side that is where I would look. I do know that one of the teaching pros there, Scott Erdman, is supposedly an awesome guy who has a lot of experience. Any comments, positive or negative, about the golf courses, costs, service, amenities, etc. No one from Membership was around at CE, but the Asst Pro talked with me for a while and pointed out the practice facilities and they are quite spectacular. In many cases, living on Petes Mountain will give you a 1-2 minute door-to-door commute from your home to the Oregon Golf Clubwhich is pretty unbeatable. Here's my thoughts on each. Davis, California. The golf course is both challenging and incredibly enjoyable. Do you play any local, city, state tournaments? They did have a fitness center, which my wife would like, and their initiation fees were reasonable. Memberships. I'm comfortable going a lot higher, especially if it means cutting out commute time. The course was challenging, hilly and immaculate! Decided I enjoyed paying / playing at public courses better, friendly playing partners, more variety, and facilities were just as good if you pick the best from each place.