Golf Courses: Pumpkin Ridge

The northwest has gotten some great golf exposure in recent years with Bandon Dunes becoming perhaps the USA's #1 golf destination, and Chambers Bay hosting the U.S. Open.  Another great option for golf in the northwest is Pumpkin Ridge, home of two golf courses. Both Pumpkin Ridge courses have hosted USGA Championships, including the 1996 U.S. Amatuer.  The champion that year is a golfer you may have heard of: Tiger Woods. Location Pumpkin Ridge is located roughly 30 minutes northwest of Portland, Oregon. Ghost Creek The par-71, 6,839-yard Ghost Creek layout was designed by Bob Cupp in a traditional style which preserved the local wetlands and kept the area natural. Holes on the Ghost Creek layout are framed by lush trees. Portland wetlands and water features come into play on numerous holes with mountain backdrops off in the distance. Ghost Creek is a public course. Witch Hollow Another Bob Cupp design, Witch Hollow is a par-72, 7,017-yard course which is the location of Tiger Woods's 3rd consecutive U.S. Amateur Championships. The course winds through natural surroundings with the Cascade Mountains providing a backdrop. Numerous wetlands, ponds, streams and many trees accent the holes of the Witch Hollow Course. Witch Hollow is a private course. Amenities Each course has its own clubhouse and pro shop. World class practice facilities are available for fine tuning one's game or just warming up before a round. Multiple restaurants and lounges attend to players' food and beverage needs. Contact 12930 NW Old Pumpkin Ridge Rd North Plains, Oregon (503) 647-9977 http://www.pumpkinridge.com/