Golf courses Colorado Golden Fossil Trace Golf Club

Fossil Trace Golf Club

3050 Illinois St., Golden, Colorado, 80401
Type: Public
No. Holes: 18
(303) 277-8750
Architect: Jim Engh (13)
                      
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Detailed description of Fossil Trace Golf Club

Fossil Trace Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course located in Golden, Colorado.

The Fossil Trace Golf Club golf course first opened for play in 2003. The course was designed by Jim Engh.

This championship layout rests adjacent to the foothills of the Rocky Mountain Front Range. The course offers a varity of golf experiences in addition to the beautiful views.

From the pure simplicity of a 100 yard par 3 to the long ball challange of a 659 yard par 5, Fossil Trace offers every level of player a unique and acceptable challenge. Length of the hole is not your only concern as the undulation of the greens combined with the 10 foot deep fairway and greenside bunkers will test even the most accomplished player.

Twenty-foot tall natural sandstone monuments emerge from # 12 fairway, demanding that each player be respectful of the 64 million year old trace fossils of palm fronds and triceratops footprints located adjacent to #12 green.

Several massive relics of clay mining equipment remain throughout the course as a reminder of the rich history of the property.

The course plays to 6,831 yards from the longest tees, 6,241 yards and 5,559 yards from the next two sets of tee boxes and 4,681 yards from the ladies tees.

This course has been reviewed 15 times
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Lone Tree, CO

$71 (cart included), played on Saturday, July 2013 at 10am

The fairways are in great shape; the greens are above average. it is a fun, interesting course. I recommend.

Would travel: 30-60 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Ranks with the best in this price level, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
 
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Rank ID # : 020228
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Golden, CO

$61 (cart included), played on Thursday, October 2012 at 10am

Very narrow fairways & the greens are way too contoured, bowled & ridged....fairways, traps & rough are immaculate...many greens ridiculous to putt on.

Would travel: 0-10 Miles, Not Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: Better courses for less nearby
 
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Rank ID # : 019080
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Golden, CO

$56 (cart included), played on Tuesday, August 2012 at 8am

With the record drought in much of the country and in particular, the Western United States, Fossil Trace greens are in excellent shape and overall course conditions are much better than most courses, especially better than most public courses.

Would travel: 30-60 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Best course in the area
 
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Rank ID # : 018497
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Fort Collins, CO

$41 (cart included), played on Sunday, May 2012 at 4pm

Another great Jim Engh design! Pays to know the course as there are a few blind shots. Wished I lived nearer . . . would play it far more often.

Would travel: 60-120 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Ranks with the best in this price level, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
 
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Rank ID # : 018145
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Littleton, CO

$21 (cart included), played on Thursday, September 2011 at 4pm

this course has always had a great value to play. the staff is friendly and helpfull.

Would travel: 30-60 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Bargain priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
 
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Rank ID # : 015955
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Broomfield, CO

$71 (cart included), played on Saturday, June 2011 at 8am

Fossil Trace is one of the best courses I have played.

Would travel: 60-120 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Ranks with the best in this price level, Best course in the area, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
 
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Rank ID # : 014504
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Rapid City, SD

$56 (cart included), played on Tuesday, July 2010 at 8am

Do not miss playing this course. Wonderful layout, great condition. One of a kind golf course. Eat here the food is wonderful. If you don't play golf, go for the lunch... I love this place. My favorite in the Denver Metro area which has lots of good courses and reesteraunts.

Would travel: 120-300 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Ranks with the best in this price level, Best course in the area
 
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Rank ID # : 014332
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Denver, CO

$46 (cart included), played on Sunday, January 2011 at 10am

challenging but also a feel good course

Would travel: 10-20 Miles
Bottom line: I would play again
 
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Rank ID # : 013050
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Lakewoo, CO

$46 (cart included), played on Thursday, January 2011 at 6am

fairly narrow on many fairways. unique look

Would travel: 10-20 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area
 
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Rank ID # : 012747
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Arvada, CO

$61 (cart included), played on Monday, July 2009 at 8am

Would travel: 20-30 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Ranks with the best in this price level
 
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Rank ID # : 007423
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Littleton, CO

$76 (cart included), played on Monday, May 2009 at 10am

no comments

Would travel: 30-60 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Ranks with the best in this price level
 
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Rank ID # : 007024
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Denver, CO

$46 (cart included), played on Wednesday, December 2008 at 10am

Usually too pricey but there was a deal

Would travel: 0-10 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Ranks with the best in this price level, Best course in the area
 
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Rank ID # : 005802
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Lakewood, CO

$61 (cart included), played on Saturday, May 2008 at 8am

The course has uniqueness due to the topography and pre-existing structures, like an old stone blasting oven right in the middle of the first fairway. The 10-foot deep pot bunkers are not necessary. It's almost a little too tricked out. Still, I will play it again though.

Would travel: 20-30 Miles, Not Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area
 
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Rank ID # : 003117
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Golden, CO

$51 (cart not included), played on Wednesday, April 2008 at 4pm

Over priced for non-residents

Would travel: 20-30 Miles
Bottom line: I would play again
 
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Rank ID # : 002572
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Lakewood, CO

$51 (cart included), played on Tuesday, March 2008 at 10am

Greens still weathering from winter. Course still covered in deer poop. Usually a fantastic, well-cared for course with an exciting layout and comfortable ambiance. Practice area for putting and sand shots is one of the best in the area - driving range is a disappointment.

Would travel: 20-30 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Ranks with the best in this price level
 
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Rank ID # : 001900
4.3/5
Based on 15 reviews
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