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Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club: Arnold Palmer Design Meets Pacific Northwest Beauty

Perched on the quiet edge of Blaine, Washington—just steps from the Canadian border and surrounded by sea air, evergreens, and sweeping views of Mount Baker—Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club offers a Pacific Northwest golf experience unlike any other. Designed by Arnold Palmer and opened in 1986, this semi-private course delivers championship-caliber play with resort-level amenities and scenery to match.

A Palmer Classic with Coastal Character

Stretching 7,005 yards from the back tees, Semiahmoo’s 18-hole layout brings together generous rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and fast, undulating greens. Water comes into play on five holes, and 67 bunkers are placed exactly where Palmer would want you thinking twice.

This is a course that rewards shot-making and patience—and it adapts beautifully to players of all skill levels with multiple tee boxes and smart routing through Northwest woodlands.

Course Stats:

• Holes: 18 | Par: 72
• Length: 7,005 yards (back tees)
• Course Rating/Slope: 74.2 / 138
• Designer: Arnold Palmer
• Estimated Greens Fee: $140
• Practice Facility: Driving range, chipping & putting greens, bunkers

Signature Moments on the Course

• Toughest Hole – #4 (Par 4, 417 yards): A challenging drive into the wind with fairway bunkers right and an elevated, two-tiered green. This one plays longer than it looks.
• Signature Hole – #12 (Par 3, 173 yards): A stunning short hole with water carry, a 44-yard-long green, and Mount Baker in the background. Club selection here is everything.
• Back Nine Beauty: Holes 13–17 demand control, with water, elevation, and shaping required from tee to green.

Resort Access + Year-Round Play

While Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club is a member-access course, guests of the Semiahmoo Resort, Golf, and Spa can also book tee times. Open year-round, it’s one of the few premier Washington courses that balances private play with destination access.

More Than Just a Golf Course

Semiahmoo’s amenities stretch far beyond the fairway. The Great Blue Heron Grill, full-service Pro Shop, and lounge offer everything you need before or after a round. Other features include:
• 6 practice tees, bunker complex, and putting greens
• Indoor and outdoor tennis courts
• Seasonal outdoor pool, hot tub & sauna
• Event spaces, including the Arnold Palmer banquet room
• Locker rooms with gym access and showers

This is resort golf with a country club feel, rooted in both playability and Pacific Northwest hospitality.

A Storied Setting by the Sea

The course sits near Drayton Harbor, with views across the Strait of Georgia and easy access to the charming town of Blaine. Nearby, Loomis Trail—Semiahmoo’s former sister course—is now operated by the Lummi Nation and open to the public, making this corner of Whatcom County a true golf destination.

Plan Your Visit to Semiahmoo

From its Arnold Palmer design to its refined setting and first-class facilities, Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club is a standout in Washington State golf. Whether you’re planning a weekend at the resort, a tournament, or a long-overdue round with friends, it’s worth every mile to the border.

This course is part of the Washington Golf Directory’s collection of Washington State private golf courses and member-only clubs. Alongside public courses, disc golf spots, and driving ranges, we’re highlighting the places where golfers across the state play, practice, and build community—all year long.