GOLF IN THE BOISE, EAGLE, AND MERIDIAN, IDAHO, AREA 

There are a wealth of beautiful and challenging golf courses in the Boise, Eagle and Meridian region. Many benefit from the stunning natural beauty of the Boise Foothills and feature undulating greens, challenging water hazards, and scenic views of the city below and Rockies above. Courses closer to the center of Boise are a great deal flatter, feature plenty of water in play, and often have lovely views of the Boise River. Courses in both Eagle and Meridian are known for their natural beauty, and many have creeks, ponds, and other pretty natural features on site. The Jack Nicklaus signature course currently under construction in Eagle will be a premier facility and an exciting community enhancement. Eagle Legacy Course Currently in development, this state of the art course in Eagle will include an 18-hole championship golf course co-designed by Jack Nicklaus, a swimming academy named for Olympic champion Mark Spitz, the Jack Nicklaus Academy of Golf, a Signature Tennis Academy, and a top-notch health and fitness center. Elegant estate homes on large lots, patio homes, and attractive condominiums will border the new development. Shadow Valley Golf Course Easily one of Idaho's premium courses, Shadow Valley in the Boise Foothills is famous for its unique and challenging course. Several top tournaments and championship events are held here annually, and players are treated to the sight of complex rock formations, bright wild flowers, ponds and a waterfall en route. Indian Lakes Golf Club This pretty tree lined public course affords a sweeping view of the Boise Valley. Quail Hollow Golf Club Host to one of the Nike Tour and Senior USGA qualifiers, Quail Hollow is an 18-hole, par-70 course designed by Bruce Devlin, in the high desert of the Rocky Mountain foothills. Foxtail Golf Course This 18-hole course in Meridian has a driving range and a par 31-30-61 for men and a par 31-31-62 for women. Eagle Hills Golf Course Creeks, wetlands, and the rolling Boise Foothills enhance this championship level 18-hole course. The eleventh hole was rated one of the "most beautiful par threes anywhere" by Idaho Golf Magazine in 2003. Boise Ranch Golf Course This 18-hole course in Boise has a par 35-36-71 and a good amount of water hazards. The number 4 hole is interesting to play, with a par of 5 and a difficult approach. Cherry Lane Golf Course This 18-hole course in Meridian plays to a par 72. Banbury Golf Course Banbury is public 18-hole course built in Eagle relatively recently. Playing to a par 71.7 for men and 78.7 for women, Banbury also has a driving range, putting green, and a chipping green with a bunker. Hillcrest Country Club Annual host to the Albertson's Boise Open every September, this private golf club has a largely flat course and water hazards on 12 of its 18 holes. Plantation Golf Club This lovely historic course along the pretty Boise River is one of the oldest in the state; water comes into play on 9 of its 18 holes. Crane Creek Country Club Rated the fifth "best in the state" between 1995 and 1998, this private 18-hole course is known for its undulating course and quick greens. A natural canyon bisects many holes and adds interest to the course. The country club has an excellent tennis, fitness, and aquatic center as well as top-notch dining. Executive Women's Golf Association, Treasure Valley The Treasure Valley chapter of the EWGA is based in Eagle and provides its members with golf education, player skill development programs, organized competitions and play, and training in how to use golf to enhance one's business. Jeff Thomsen Golf Academy PGA class A-1 member and golfing professional Jeff Thomsen is Idaho's only Nicklaus/Flick Game Improvement Trained Instructor, and he teaches from his school in Boise.