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The last day of play for the 2012 season will be on Sunday, October 7th. Thank you for a great season.
The Town of Breckenridge can boast that it is the only municipality in the world to own a Jack Nicklaus designed, 27-hole golf course . The course opened for play in 1985. During the summer 2001 golf season, the Town opened another nine holes also designed by Nicklaus and every bit as challenging as the original 18-holes. The new Elk nine as it is named, offers more elevation change than the Bear and Beaver nines.
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Since the opening of the course, national and regional honors have been bestowed on Breckenridge. Honors awarded by the Colorado Golfer (the State Golf Newspaper) have included; Best Mountain Course, and Toughest Mountain Course. Golf Digest "Places to Play" rates Breckenridge as a 4 1/2 Star Facility, and as one of their top "Upscale Places To Play" in the nation. In May 2012, Golfweek rated Breckenridge as one of the "Top 50 Municipal Courses" in the nation (#35). The course is also Zagat rated.
The golf course is situated in a beautiful mountain valley. The clubhouse sits at an elevation of 9,324 feet . At this elevation the golf ball flies farther and straighter than at lower elevations, as there is less air resistance. The air not only allows you to hit the ball farther, but also offers temperatures that make you forget about the heat of the summer. Typical daytime summer temperatures range from 65 degrees to 80 degrees. Quite rarely will the temperature exceed 80.
The course has five sets of tees so that each golfer may select the challenge equal to their game. From the Nicklaus Tees on the Beaver/Bear rotation, the course plays 7,266 yards and has a course rating of 73.9 with a slope rating of 147. A challenge for even the best golfer. Each set of tees plays to a par 72.
The Town of Breckenridge can boast that it is the only municipality in the world to own a Jack Nicklaus designed, 27-hole golf course . The course opened for play in 1985. During the summer 2001 golf season, the Town opened another nine holes also designed by Nicklaus and every bit as challenging as the original 18-holes. The new Elk nine as it is named, offers more elevation change than the Bear and Beaver nines.
Breckenridge Golf from Epic Mountain Productions on Vimeo .
Since the opening of the course, national and regional honors have been bestowed on Breckenridge. Honors awarded by the Colorado Golfer (the State Golf Newspaper) have included; Best Mountain Course, and Toughest Mountain Course. Golf Digest "Places to Play" rates Breckenridge as a 4 1/2 Star Facility, and as one of their top "Upscale Places To Play" in the nation. In May 2012, Golfweek rated Breckenridge as one of the "Top 50 Municipal Courses" in the nation (#35). The course is also Zagat rated.
The golf course is situated in a beautiful mountain valley. The clubhouse sits at an elevation of 9,324 feet . At this elevation the golf ball flies farther and straighter than at lower elevations, as there is less air resistance. The air not only allows you to hit the ball farther, but also offers temperatures that make you forget about the heat of the summer. Typical daytime summer temperatures range from 65 degrees to 80 degrees. Quite rarely will the temperature exceed 80.
The course has five sets of tees so that each golfer may select the challenge equal to their game. From the Nicklaus Tees on the Beaver/Bear rotation, the course plays 7,266 yards and has a course rating of 73.9 with a slope rating of 147. A challenge for even the best golfer. Each set of tees plays to a par 72.
The Bear Nine
 Bear #9 - 473 Yard , Par 4 |
Breckenridge has three championship nines, the BEAR the BEAVER and the ELK . All three nines are Jack Nicklaus signature courses. Playing at 9300+ feet in elevation, each nine offers a mountain golf experience. Panoramic views of the snowcapped Colorado Rockies can be seen on every hole. Dense wooded areas give way to open native grassland and wetland areas. It is not uncommon to spot wildlife during your round. Seeing the beaver, deer and elk, an occasional moose and bear, abundant red fox and red tail hawks, you realize golf at Breckenridge is more than just golf.
THE BEAR COURSE – Opened in 1985, the Bear was the first nine to grace the landscape known to the early day miners as Buffalo Flats. The miners certainly did not imagine golf in such an environment. What was once a tent city of miners seeking fortunes of gold, the landscape now is a challenging golf course with players seeking pars and birdies. The challenges for today's golfer are quite similar to yesterday's miners - nothing comes easy. You should shoot no higher than your handicap the first six holes on the Bear nine, because holes 7, 8, and 9 are as tough as they get. To finish this nine on pace with your handicap will take all of your skills. The Bear nine has the most open feel of the three nines, as many of the holes play around the native grasses and wetlands. Views of the Ten-Mile mountain range are most notable on holes eight and nine. For a great view of the ski runs at the Breckenridge Ski Area, look back down hole # 5 once you are on the green. The Bear was fittingly named for the black bears that wander onto this nine numerous times every summer.
THE BEAR COURSE – Opened in 1985, the Bear was the first nine to grace the landscape known to the early day miners as Buffalo Flats. The miners certainly did not imagine golf in such an environment. What was once a tent city of miners seeking fortunes of gold, the landscape now is a challenging golf course with players seeking pars and birdies. The challenges for today's golfer are quite similar to yesterday's miners - nothing comes easy. You should shoot no higher than your handicap the first six holes on the Bear nine, because holes 7, 8, and 9 are as tough as they get. To finish this nine on pace with your handicap will take all of your skills. The Bear nine has the most open feel of the three nines, as many of the holes play around the native grasses and wetlands. Views of the Ten-Mile mountain range are most notable on holes eight and nine. For a great view of the ski runs at the Breckenridge Ski Area, look back down hole # 5 once you are on the green. The Bear was fittingly named for the black bears that wander onto this nine numerous times every summer.
The Beaver Nine
 Beaver #9 - 200 Yard, Par 3 |
THE BEAVER COURSE - The second nine to open, in 1987, was the Beaver. The Beaver nine has the narrowest fairways of any of the nines. Accurate drives, although not necessarily long drives, are a requirement for you to shoot your handicap on these nine holes. A venture to the left of holes 6, 7, and 8 and you will notice rock piles, tailings as the miners called them, leftover from the days of gold mining in the area. The miners were not the only creatures to leave their mark on the topography. The Beaver nine takes its name from the beaver ponds that are scattered along holes 6, 8,and 9. These holes have active beavers that helped create the challenges that await you on these holes. Don't blame Jack Nicklaus for this design work. The beavers created the habitat and Nicklaus left it in place for your enjoyment. Enjoyment can also be read as frustration. The beaver ponds on the eighth hole seem to have a “magnetic pull” on the golf ball. Although this nine finishes with a par three, par is tough to come by. The change in elevation along with the swirling breezes makes this one of the toughest tee shots on the nine. Good luck! The large rounded mountain that frames the ninth hole is Buffalo Mountain, part of the Gore Mountain Range. Buffalo was the last active volcano in this mountain range, long before the Scots dreamed up the game of golf.
The Elk Nine
 Elk #4, 441 Yard, Par 4 |
Photo Gallery
Each of the three nines at Breckenridge provides breathtaking views and photo opportunities. Local photographer Bob Winsett captured these terrific shots.
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Rates & Rentals
2012 Rates
| GREEN FEES | May 25- June 7 & Sept 10 - Oct. 7 | June 8-June 14 | June 15-Sept 9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Holes (walking) | $65 | $84 | $114 |
| 9 Holes (walking) | $34 | $43 | $58 |
| TWILIGHT (after 2:30pm) includes cart | $59 + tax | $59 + tax | $79 + tax |
| HAPPY HOUR (after 4:30pm) 9-Holes walking | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| 27 Holes with cart | $115 + tax | $143 + tax | $188 + tax |
| 36 Holes with cart | $130 + tax | $168 + tax | $228 + tax |
CART FEES | |||
| 18 Holes / person | $16 + tax | $16 + tax | $16 + tax |
| 9 Holes / person | $9 + tax | $9 + tax | $9 + tax |
| RENTAL CLUBS | |||
| 18 Holes | $43 | $43 | $43 |
| 9 Holes | $22 | $22 | $22 |
| PRACTICE FACILITY | |||
| Bucket of Balls | $7 | $7 | $7 |
Carts are required on weekends and holidays before 1pm. Carts are restricted to cart paths during extremely wet or dry conditions and are restricted on certain holes.
Spectators are allowed but must ride in a cart and pay a cart fee.
Each golfer must must have set of clubs.
Rates are subject to change without notice. The Breckenridge Golf Club staff is not responsible for any inaccuracies, omissions, mistakes or errors. For information and to confirm most recent rates, please contact a staff member at 970-453-9104.
The following link can be used to book tee times within 4 days. This link is active during our summer months when we are open
Tee Times
Breckenridge is offering golfers the ability to book 18-hole tee times online for any available tee time during the season. These advance bookings require prepayment of the daily fee. By utilizing this booking option you will save $10 during High Season and $5 during Low Season for 18-hole rounds (no discount on Twilight or 9-hole times), and not incur any booking fee. Tee time dates and times may be changed at no charge. Cancelations will incur a $10 cancelation fee. The electronic tee sheet for these times is now open for the season. . To view and/or book a prepay tee time for any available day/time during the season click here . Dates with special rates will show with a star.
If you will be lodging in Breckenridge, there are many lodging/hotel facilities that offer golf packages. These facilities can secure a tee time for you at the time you book your lodging. For a direct link to book a lodging/golf package click here to connect with the Breckenridge Resort Chamber Central Reservations .
We also accept a limited number of advance bookings, prior to 4 days, for those golfers not requiring a golf package and not wanting to prepay. There is a non-refundable booking fee of $10 per person for those tee times. This fee is in addition to the daily green fee. These times may be made by phoning 970-453-9104.
All other tee times may be made four days in advance, by phone at 970-453-9104 when the golf shop opens for the day or online through our website starting at 6 am To book or review available tee times between now and the next four days click here .
If you are bringing a group of 12 or more golfers to Breckenridge, you may also book in advance of four days depending on availability. Group Outing Coordinators can click here for more information regarding Breckenridge hosting your next group outing of 12 or more players .
If you will be lodging in Breckenridge, there are many lodging/hotel facilities that offer golf packages. These facilities can secure a tee time for you at the time you book your lodging. For a direct link to book a lodging/golf package click here to connect with the Breckenridge Resort Chamber Central Reservations .
We also accept a limited number of advance bookings, prior to 4 days, for those golfers not requiring a golf package and not wanting to prepay. There is a non-refundable booking fee of $10 per person for those tee times. This fee is in addition to the daily green fee. These times may be made by phoning 970-453-9104.
All other tee times may be made four days in advance, by phone at 970-453-9104 when the golf shop opens for the day or online through our website starting at 6 am To book or review available tee times between now and the next four days click here .
If you are bringing a group of 12 or more golfers to Breckenridge, you may also book in advance of four days depending on availability. Group Outing Coordinators can click here for more information regarding Breckenridge hosting your next group outing of 12 or more players .
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