Golfing the Islands of the Pacific Northwest
How do the islands of Hawaii compare to the islands of Washington? Let’s compare…
Many travelers might prefer the names O’ahu; Moloka’i; Maui; Kaua’i; or Hawai’i. Some people enjoy the hustle and bustle of Oahu, which offers just about every activity under the sun. Others prefer the quiet solitude and raw beauty of Kauai. For the true Hawaiian experience, you really need to visit more than one island to get a sense of Hawaii’s unique variety. The golf courses on these islands are fantastic but…
These four senior golfers decided to save a few dollars and travel by ferry instead of airplane. The names Orcas; Whidbey; Lopez; San Juan; and Bainbridge may only conjure up thoughts of rain clouds, but between the raindrops there is world-class whale watching, kayaking, biking, and hiking. Oh, and by the way, besides the aforementioned, there are plenty of 9-hole golf courses to fill the rest of our days.
Let’s see what each course has to offer…
Tapps Island Golf Course – Lake Tapps, WA
San Juan Golf and Tennis Club – Friday Harbor, WA
Meadowmeer Golf and Country Club – Bainbridge Island, WA
Orcas Island Golf Course – Eastsound, WA
Williams Nine at Meadow Park – Tacoma, WA
Blue Boy West Golf Course – Monroe, WA
Deception Pas Golf Center – Oak Harbor, WA
Camas Prairie Park – Port Townsand, WA