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General Course Description\"Charbonneau<\/a><\/h2>\n

Charbonneau Golf Club is a 27-hole semi-private (member clubs have reserved tee times) executive golf complex about 19 miles south of downtown Portland near I-5. The three parklike courses are fairly similar. All meander through the Charbonneau housing development (houses line all the holes). But a wide variety of mature trees frame the holes (and protect the houses), with some trees impinging on some holes and forming the primary defense. All courses have four short par-4s and five long par-3s with at least one par-3 over water. There are many traps (mostly around the greens). Nicely maintained with consistent greens. Charbonneau Golf Club has a nice staff and improving practice facilities. The courses are flat and a very nice walk.<\/p>\n

Course History<\/h2>\n

The first 18 holes opened in 1973 and the third 9 opened in 1979. The property was originally owned by George Law Curry, Oregon’s territorial governor 1854 – 59. Willamette Factors, Inc., bought the land and built the courses. The courses have since been purchased by the Homeowners Association. The club was named 2017 OGA Club of the Year for its work in growing the game.<\/p>\n

Why It Is There\"Charbonneau<\/a><\/h2>\n

Built as part of the Charbonneau Housing Development.<\/p>\n

I Wish I Would Have Known Before I Played<\/h2>\n

To score well here, it’s all about the short game.<\/p>\n

Did You Know<\/h2>\n

Given the number of houses that line the fairways, it is surprising that more windows are not broken (or more protective nets erected). The first window was broken by the courses’ original superintendent, Bill Nuessle.<\/p>\n

Good For Them<\/h2>\n

It’s all about community. They hold multiple junior camps and clinics. The pond in front of the 9th green on the Green 9 provides water to neighboring houses as well as the course. They hold multiple charity tournaments, including for the Pink Ball, a benefit for the American Cancer Society. And the men’s and women’s clubs provide scholarships to college-age staff.<\/p>\n

Why Play This Course\"Charbonneau<\/a><\/h2>\n

Fast, flat, short, and affordable. A nice place to play with a group with diverse skill levels.<\/p>\n

General<\/h2>\n