Dramatic elevation changes, 7,400 yards, the toughest test in the valley
Grizzly Ranch Golf Club, designed by Bob Cupp and opened in 2005, is the region's most demanding course. At 7,411 yards with a slope of 140 and course rating of 74.9, it plays every inch of its length through dramatic mountain terrain with significant elevation changes, exposed ridgeline holes, and panoramic Sierra views. Semi-private — access is through packages.
7,411 yards
longest in the Graeagle region
Slope of 140
most challenging layout
Dramatic elevation changes on every hole
Plays downhill from an elevated tee with the entire course spread below. At 7,411 yards this course earns every foot — and hole 1 makes that clear immediately.
The most talked-about hole at Grizzly Ranch. A forced carry over a deep ravine to a green cut into the hillside, with panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada at 5,200 feet elevation. Three clubs of wind possible.
Scratch and low-handicap golfers, bucket-list rounds, groups wanting a serious challenge
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On-site dining at Grizzly Ranch
Grizzly Ranch plays 7,411 yards, par 72, with a slope of 140 and course rating of 74.9. It is ranked among Golf Digest's Top 100 Greatest Public Courses in the US.
Bob Cupp designed Grizzly Ranch. It opened in 2005 and earned Golf Digest Top 100 Greatest Public Courses in the United States in 2021.
Grizzly Ranch is semi-private. Public access is available through golf packages — GolfGraeagle can secure guaranteed tee times as part of a stay-and-play package.
With a slope of 140 and 7,411 yards from the back tees, it is the most demanding course in the Graeagle region. Elevation changes range from 4,800 to 5,400 feet across the course.
Grizzly Ranch features a pro shop, 30-station natural turf practice range, putting green, chipping area, and bunker practice area. The Grizzly Grill is on-site for dining.
Grizzly Ranch is in Portola, CA — approximately 11 miles east of Graeagle, about 18 minutes via Hwy 70.
Tee times + lodging + dining — handled. Packages from $299/golfer. Free quote, 24-hour response.
⚡ Golf Digest Top 100 — semi-private tee times release 30 days out and fill within days
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