Garden Valley Golf

A One-of-a-Kind Golfing Experience in the Boise National Forest

Tucked away in the heart of the Boise National Forest, Terrace Lakes Resort Golf Course offers a unique and scenic golfing experience. Located in Garden Valley, Idaho, just four miles north of Crouch, our course is easily accessible via Highway 55, making it a perfect getaway for a day trip from Boise.

Whether you're here for a round of golf or planning a longer retreat, Terrace Lakes Resort provides comfortable lodging, dining, and recreational activities to make your stay unforgettable.

An Unforgettable Mountain Golf Experience

Designed to blend seamlessly with its forest surroundings, Terrace Lakes Resort Golf Course offers a challenging yet breathtaking 18-hole experience. Keep an eye out—wildlife sightings are common, with deer and elk frequently seen roaming the course.

The front nine holes provide an open, spacious feel, while the back nine weave through mountain terrain and creeks, offering a test for golfers of all skill levels. Play from spring through fall and enjoy a course that transforms with the seasons, making each round a new adventure.

Golf Shop & Practice Facilities

Stop by our Golf Shop to browse the latest in golf equipment, apparel, and gear. Our friendly staff is happy to help you find the perfect fit for your game.

Looking to fine-tune your skills? Spend time on our putting green and practice range to sharpen your game before hitting the course.

Relax & Unwind

After a great day on the course, recharge in our geothermal hot springs pool, located right at the resort. Whether you’re in need of muscle recovery or just a place to soak and take in the views, our pool is the perfect spot to unwind.

Feeling hungry? Grab a bite at our restaurant, or head upstairs to our Sports Bar to enjoy drinks and great company.

At Terrace Lakes Resort, you’ll experience the beauty of the mountains with all the comforts of a quality resort. Escape, relax, and play—right here at Terrace Lakes.

Your Guide to a Better Game

Before you tee off, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the course using our Yardage Book. This guide provides essential hazard locations, yardage breakdowns, and course insights to help you strategize each hole.

Helpful Tips for Your Round:

Identify landmarks like trees, bunkers, or fairway curves to help line up your shots.
Use yardage measurements as a tool to select the right club for each shot.
As you play, make notes about each hole—what worked, what didn’t, and any personal strategies.

Next time you play, you’ll have a customized guide to improving your performance on the course!

📖 Pick up a Yardage Book at the Lodge before your round and start building your own personal course strategy! ⛳

Hole 1 – Par 4 | HCP 17/17
Tip: Favor the left side of the fairway for the best approach. If your shot lands right of the green, the natural slope will help bounce it back toward the putting surface. The green slopes slightly from front to back, so keep that in mind when planning your approach.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 386 yds | ⚪ White: 343 yds | 🔴 Red: 333 yds

Hole 2 – Par 4 | HCP 9/5
Tip: Favor the left side of the fairway off the tee for the best angle into the green. The approach shot plays downhill, so take less club—being short is much better than missing long, left, or right.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 385 yds | ⚪ White: 346 yds | 🔴 Red: 326 yds

Hole 3 – Par 5 | HCP 1/1
Tip: Favor the left side of the fairway off the tee, then aim for a lay-up shot toward the chain link fence on the right, leaving a comfortable 100-yard approach. Big hitters can go for the green in two with a long tee shot down the right, but beware of the penalty area lurking on that side. Avoid the deep valley right of the green—it’s a tough recovery. This green slopes severely from back to front, so keeping your ball below the hole is key to scoring well.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 468 yds | ⚪ White: 455 yds | 🔴 Red: 395 yds

Hole 4 – Par 3 | HCP 15/13
Tip: The shortest hole on the course—but don’t let that fool you. The key here is missing the trees off the tee. Aiming for the middle of the green is the safest play. Going long is not recommended, as it can leave you with a tricky recovery.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 107 yds | ⚪ White: 102 yds | 🔴 Red: 97 yds

Hole 5 – Par 4 | HCP 13/9
Tip: You may not want to hit driver on this hole. A creek runs across the fairway short of the green, so positioning your tee shot is key. The ideal landing area leaves 100 to 125 yards for your approach.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 327 yds | ⚪ White: 320 yds | 🔴 Red: 313 yds

Hole 6 – Par 4 | HCP 3/7
Tip: Aim your drive down the left side of the fairway, as it will feed right toward the center. For your approach shot, try to leave yourself below the hole. Be cautious of going long—if you do, the chip back won't be easy.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 401 yds | ⚪ White: 369 yds | 🔴 Red: 308 yds

Hole 7 – Par 4 | HCP 5/3
Tip: This hole is challenging due to the elevated, narrow green. If the flag is on the front half, aim to approach from the left side of the fairway. If the flag is on the back half, position your tee shot on the plateau on the right side of the fairway. Hitting this green in two is an accomplishment!
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 319 yds | ⚪ White: 285 yds | 🔴 Red: 256 yds

Hole 8 – Par 5 | HCP 7/15
Tip: Be cautious of the pond to the right of the fairway. However, a drive down the right side will offer a straighter shot toward the green for longer hitters. Keep in mind, the green slopes severely from back to front, so don’t overshoot.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 503 yds | ⚪ White: 464 yds | 🔴 Red: 375 yds

Hole 9 – Par 3 | HCP 11/11
Tip: This is the longest par 3 on the course, and it plays about half a club longer than the yardage suggests. It's not a bad outcome to leave your shot just short of the green.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 171 yds | ⚪ White: 161 yds | 🔴 Red: 151 yds

Hole 10 – Par 4 | HCP 10/6
Tip: Select a club that covers about 170 yards and aim for the middle of the fairway. Your second shot plays slightly downhill to a green that slopes gently from front to back.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 331 yds | ⚪ White: 309 yds | 🔴 Red: 289 yds

Hole 11 – Par 5 | HCP 2/4
Tip: Aim your drive and second shot down the right side of the fairway, as everything tends to bounce left on this hole. Be cautious on your approach—going long could leave you with a tricky recovery.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 547 yds | ⚪ White: 530 yds | 🔴 Red: 456 yds

Hole 12 – Par 4 | HCP 8/8
Tip: Choose a club that leaves you around 125 yards, aiming for just over or slightly right of the 150 marker. For your approach, try to leave yourself below the hole—this is a common strategy on this course.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 327 yds | ⚪ White: 293 yds | 🔴 Red: 234 yds

Hole 13 – Par 4 | HCP 6/12
Tip: You can hit driver here, but it is very risky. Consider hitting a club that will leave you 125 yards into the green. Hit your approach toward the right side of the green, as there is plenty of slope from right-to-left.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 312 yds | ⚪ White: 284 yds | 🔴 Red: 256 yds

Hole 14 – Par 3 | HCP 16/14
Tip: While not a very long par 3, it plays about half a club uphill. The safe play would be aiming at the right side of the green, as the creek surrounds the left side.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 124 yds | ⚪ White: 113 yds | 🔴 Red: 102 yds

Hole 15 – Par 4 | HCP 12/18
Tip: A good play is to hit a 200-yard shot at the rock that is through the end of the fairway just over the cart path. This will leave you a good view of the green on this dogleg right. Keep your ball below the hole, as the green slopes hard from back-to-front.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 301 yds | ⚪ White: 289 yds | 🔴 Red: 208 yds

Hole 16 – Par 3 | HCP 18/16
Tip: This is a pretty straightforward par 3 that plays about half a club downhill. Once again, stay below the hole.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 142 yds | ⚪ White: 125 yds | 🔴 Red: 111 yds

Hole 17 – Par 4 | HCP 14/10
Tip: A big left-to-right drive can land you on one of our biggest greens. If that is not an option, try a shot down the middle leaving between 100 to 125 yards. Land your approach shot just right of the hole to leave an uphill putt.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 301 yds | ⚪ White: 244 yds | 🔴 Red: 236 yds

Hole 18 – Par 5 | HCP 4/2
Tip: Hit a shot 180 yards down the middle to the corner of this dogleg right par 5. If you can't fade your second shot, lay it back at 140 to 150 yards. This green is not very deep, so make sure you pick the right club for your approach shot.
Yardage:
🔵 Blue: 476 yds | ⚪ White: 459 yds | 🔴 Red: 440 yds