Denver Country Club
Denver Country Club
1700 E 1st Ave
Denver, CO 80218-4039
United States
Overview
Denver Country Club mirrors the experience of many urban courses. When the club moved to its current location in 1905, the property was rural prairie on the outskirts south of what is now downtown Denver. The presence of the country club added prestige to this nascent suburb and influenced the decision of the moneyed class to move in this direction. As the city expanded, it consumed the area surrounding the club and course, and today, located in the heart of Cherry Hills Village, it is enclosed by expensive homes, high rises, shops and restaurants. The course has been tinkered with relentlessly through the decades as the club was never quite settled on how the design, hazards and issues with Cherry Creek, running through the middle of the course, should be handled. It seems to have found some relative peace under the ongoing consultation of Gil Hanse and his team, who have helped dial in the bunkering and course conditions, especially following a comprehensive 2012 renovation, though tree clearing and other adjustments continue. These include the construction of new green complexes at the par-3 7th and lengthened par-3 17th in 2020. There's a lot of golf packed into a small footprint here with the creek coming into play on a third of the holes, and Denver Country Club seems to have found the design recipe to match its priceless setting.
About
Awards
ranking history:
Best in State: Ranked inside the top 5, 1977-'85. Ranked 10th, 2013-'14. Ranked inside the top 10, 1987-'97, 2001. Ranked 12th, 2015-'16. Ranked 13th, 2025-'26. Ranked 14th, 2017-'18. Ranked 15th, 2011-'12, 2021-'24. Ranked inside the top 15, 1999, 2003, 2009-'10. Ranked 17th, 2019-'20.
Previous ranking: 15th.
2025-'26 ranking: 13th.
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Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
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Reviews
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“While nestled in the center city of Denver, you would never no how close you really are to downtown. Sure, you can see some tall buildings nearby, but the rolling terrain and excellent routing compensate for any distractions"
Read More2024
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“DCC is located in the heart of the Cherry Creek area in downtown Denver. Built by James Poulis back in the early 1900's, the course has been touched by Donald Ross and most recently Gil Hanse. The routing is beautiful and wraps its way through the flowing Cherry Creek river. Wonderful aesthetics for a course built into the downtown community surrounded by large / beautiful homes. This is a very private club that features outstanding conditions and character. The day we played (early September) the fairways were fairly wet due to the excessive heat that has found its way into the area. The greens were wonderfully fast (11.5 - 12) and rolled true throughout the course. DCC has some of the best bunkers I have ever played. True protection for this tight / shortish course when partnered with the challenging greens. The 9th green is the only remaining feature from the Poulis era, and #15,16, & 17 are all that remain of Donald Ross's touches. With lots of water to navigate and slope-filled greens, DCC provides for a very fun time in a beautiful setting."
Read More2024
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“Great city course, has an LA feel to it with downtown views on most holes."
Read More2023
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“Gil Hanse renovation moved greens closer to the creek with fall off areas increasing the resistance to scoring and shot options. Elevated tee boxes on a few holes, creek views, and native surrounds really add to the ambiance. Greens and chipping areas were in excellent condition."
Read More2023
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“A course you would be happy to play every day. Great par 3s! Cherry creek runs through the middle of the course providing beautiful views and a meandering hazard. In the center of Denver. Hidden gem"
Read More2023
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“Oldest CC West of the Mississippi! If you get a chance to play here don’t miss the opportunity."
Read More2023
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“Private old Club in Denver. Lots of golf history. Oldest club west of Mississippi. Fun course to play, walk it if you can."
Read More2022
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“Cherry Creek now visible and in play on 8 holes with more than 1500 trees removed. Greens are fast with many subtle breaks and elevation changes."
Read More2019
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“Old style traditional golf course. Beautiful parkland course set in the middle of town with a creek running through it. Lots of history with a great clubhouse."
Read More2018
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“Great old club. The course has been modified a few times over the years but provides a solid test. The best holes tend to be near the creek."
Read More2018
