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White Horse Golf Club was redesigned by Cynthia Dye McGarey, Pete Dye's niece, and is operated by the Suquamish Tribe, which also manages the nearby Clearwater Casino.
About
White Horse Golf Club in Kingston, Washington was designed by Cynthia Dye McGarey and opened in 2007. Carved through towering Northwest pines, it offers a scenic, challenging layout that demands accuracy and strategic play. The course features dramatic elevation changes and natural hazards winding through tranquil forest, and is recognized as one of Western Washington's finest public layouts.
Caddie Tip
Play cautiously from the tee—narrow fairways lined with mature pines punish errant drives. Pay careful attention to elevation changes, and club up for uphill approaches. The greens are subtly contoured and quick, so strive for precise distance control and stay below the hole wherever possible.
The Main Challenge
The narrow landing areas framed by towering pines demand precise tee shots, and severe elevation changes complicate club selection. Strategic bunkering and undulating, slick greens mandate careful approach play and expert putting—any missed position can escalate scores rapidly.
The Good
Golfers praise the dramatic routing through Pacific Northwest forest, with outstanding variety in hole design and a peaceful, secluded feel throughout the round. The overall course challenge, scenery on every hole, and excellent practice areas make this a local favorite and widely regarded as an exceptional public golf experience.
The Not So Good
Some golfers report that the course can be punishing for mid- and high-handicappers, with dense woods and challenging rough often unforgiving of missed shots. Occasional slow play on busy weekends and difficulty in finding balls in the thick forest are common concerns.
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Clubhouse
The Northwest lodge-style clubhouse provides a full-service restaurant, bar, casual dining environment, spacious locker rooms, and a terrace overlooking the finishing hole. The atmosphere is consistently welcoming and features views of the course and local forest.
Practice Facilities
The club offers an all-grass driving range, three putting greens, and a dedicated chipping area with bunker. Instruction is available from seasoned PGA professionals. These full-service facilities provide excellent preparation for the challenging layout.
Dress Code:
Standard
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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