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Vashon Island Golf & Country Club 

Island Course, Community Heart

Perched on Vashon Island with sweeping views of Puget Sound and the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, Vashon Island Golf & Country Club is a year-round hub blending serene island charm with thoughtful course design. More than just a club, it’s where island life meets the rhythm of golf, family, and friendship.

Course Layout & Ratings

  • 9 holes, par 35

  • Distance: ~2,966 yards from the back tees 

  • Course Rating: 34.6, Slope Rating: 114 

  • Opened in 1927, designed by H.D. Williams 

Generous fairways and modest hazards make Vashon Island playable for beginners, while its well-placed greens and island wind bring enough nuance for more experienced golfers. It rewards accuracy more than length—perfect for leisurely island rounds.

Quick Club Snapshot

Feature

Details

Location

24615 75th Ave SW, Vashon, WA 98070

Opened / Designer

1927, by H.D. Williams 

Holes / Par

9

Yardage

~2,966 yards (blue tees)

Course/Slope

Rating 34.6, Slope 114 (blue/white)

Access

Private, but open to public play Wed/Fri/Sat afternoons

Amenities

Sandpiper Cafe, pool, tennis, pickleball, junior camps

Amenities & Seasonal Life

  • Sandpiper Cafe: casual dining with island views; open to public even on non-golf days 

  • Year-round court sports: covered tennis and pickleball, plus swimming pool 

  • Summer camps & junior programs: golf, tennis, swimming—active youth engagement ()

Though private year-round, the club welcomes public play Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays after noon—perfect for day-trippers or locals without membership  .

Why It Matters on Vashon

Vashon Island Golf & Country Club is both a sporting anchor and community gathering point. Amid orchards and rural neighborhoods, the clubhouse and course offer space for connection—from tee time to social events. Seasonal junior camps, friendly tournaments, and poolside barbecues keep the island spirit alive.

Final Take

Vashon Island Golf & Country Club may not be lengthy or luxurious—but it captures the warmth of island life tucked into a charming 9-hole test. It’s a place where golfers of all stripes gather—from families and locals to visiting players stepping off the ferry—for a round, a meal, and community. On Vashon, that’s exactly the kind of course that matters.

 

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.