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Shot-maker’s golf at Horseshoe Lake Golf Course in Port Orchard
Horseshoe Lake Golf Course sits on the Kitsap County line near Port Orchard and Gig Harbor. The setting mixes forest edges, ravines, and open corridors. It is public and welcomes all players. The course opened in 1992 and was designed by Jim Richardson. Locals know it for pure greens and fairways that reward smart targets.
Horseshoe Lake Golf Course Fast Facts
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Location |
1250 SW Clubhouse Court, Port Orchard WA 98367 |
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Phone |
253-857-3326 |
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Holes and par |
18 holes, par 71 |
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Yardage |
6,098 yards from the longest tees |
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Rating and slope |
68.0 and 115 |
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Opened |
1992 |
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Architect |
Jim Richardson |
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Style |
Forest and ravine views with elevation and doglegs |
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Access |
Public, daily tee times on GolfNow |
Horsehoe Lake Golf Course Overview
This is a true shot-maker’s course. Elevation changes and doglegs ask for the right club more than raw length. Miss on the wrong side and angles get tight fast. The routing moves through trees and across shallow ravines, then opens to wider landing areas. Greens are a point of pride and reward pace control. From the tips the card lists par 71 at 6,098 yards with a 68.0 rating and 115 slope. Play the tees that fit your carry and you will find plenty of pars with chances to score when you hit fairway first.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Specific hole yardages by number are not posted on the provided links. Here is what to expect based on the course descriptions.
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Elevation changes on several holes. Club up or down and favor the high side.
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Tough doglegs create risk and reward. Position beats power.
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Forest and ravine views frame many shots and add wind breaks in spots.
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Smooth greens are a theme. Leave approaches under the hole.
Amenities & Practice at Horseshoe Lake Golf Course
Plan to arrive early to stretch and roll a few putts. Call the shop with questions on lessons or rentals.
Food & Beverage
None listed. Plan to bring water and snacks with you when you golf. Make sure you pack out what you bring in.
Rates / Booking / Local Tips
Book public tee times by calling Horseshoe Lake Golf Course at 253-857-3326. Check the tee sheet for current pricing and seasonal offers. For a first visit, play for position on doglegs and trust the middle of greens. Use the breeze at the tree lines to judge flight.
Final Word on Horseshoe Lake Golf Course
Horseshoe Lake rewards smart golf. Elevation, doglegs, and tidy greens make every hole a small puzzle. If you like courses that ask for shape and pace, put this Port Orchard track on your list.
This course is one of many featured in the Washington Golf Directory. Your guide to Washington State public golf courses, local driving ranges, and weekend-worthy golf getaways. Whether you’re playing nine before work or planning a road trip across the state, we’re here to help you explore more golf, one course at a time.
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