Greenlea

General Course Description

Greenlea is a 9-hole executive course just outside of Boring that is built on a former nursery with interesting holes as well as plants. Fairways are thick but uniform, and greens are generally consistent. Although there are some narrow holes lined with thick trees, Greenlea is a great course for a family and those learning the game of golf. Easy course to walk.

Course History

Walter and Muriel Markham built a nursery on the property in the 1930s. They converted it to a golf course in 1978. The Markham’s children sold the course to Scott Shields, whose first golf job was at the course.

Why It Is There

Mr. and Mrs. Markham thought a golf course would be a great way to fill their days during retirement. It is now a course that has a good community following.

I Wish I Would Have Known Before I Played

Par does not matter. Some of the 4 pars are reachable in one; some of the 3 pars require two shots to work around obstacles. On the 5th hole, a hard dogleg right, you need to drive your ball to almost under the trees straight away in order to have a shot at the green.

Did You Know

Remnants of the original nursery remain on the property, including very unusual species for the northern Willamette Valley such as Bristlecone Pine, Sequoias, and Blackhill Spruce. Some of the more interesting species have stone markers.

Good For Them

Hold junior camps in summer, member of OGA Youth On Course, participant course for Erling Jacobson Tour for juniors.

Why Play This Course

For fun and family,  or if you want to see a Bristlecone Pine tree, or if you want a little more practice after playing Mt. View.

General

• Type: Public 9-hole executive course
• Price: $$ (but barely)
• Phone/webpage: (503) 663-3934/www.greenleagolfcourse.com
• Address:  26736 SE Kelso Road, Boring, Oregon 97009
• Owner: Nicole Shields and Scott Shields
• Designer: Walter Markham
• Pros: Scott Shields (PGA)
• Practice Facilities: Driving net, pitching area, and practice green
• Pro Shop: Minimal, some balls
• Food: Pop, beer, and snacks
• Bathrooms: Improved in clubhouse, porta potty on course
• Yardage Markers: 100 in-ground stones
• Clothing: T-shirts and jeans are OK
• Walkable: Very
• Spikes: Soft only
• Shoe Cleaning: Air hose and brush
• Rentals: All
• Open all year