Rob Perry Photography
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Rob Perry Photography
Stock Farm Club
Hamilton, MT • Private
Overview
Situated in the Bitterroot Valley in western Montana near the Idaho border, Stock Farm Club was developed in part by finance executive Charles Schwab. The club features a Tom Fazio design ranked among the best in the state, with terrific views of the Sapphire Mountains. Fazio took advantage of the dramatic setting by creating numerous elevated tees, which were restored in 2019 along with the greens and bunkers. Other activities at this exclusive private club include fly-fishing, horseback riding and shooting. Over the decades, Fazio's new courses have frequently debuted in high positions in the top 100 and Second 100 Greatest rankings, but Stock Farm is the rare specimen that has matured into the club, gaining in stature in the 25 years since it first opened.
About
Awards
Ranking history:
Second 100 Greatest: Debut appearance.
2025-'26 ranking: 185th.
Best in State: Ranked first, 2001-'03, 2007, 2015-'16. Ranked inside the top five, 2001-'07, 2015-'26.
2025-'26 ranking (and previous): 3rd.
Panelists
Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES
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Reviews
Review
“I really believe that Stock Farm will soon makes it’s way into our top 100 USA list. The first holes on this golf course could hold their own against just about anyone. The 3rd may be the most exciting, nerve-wracking, memorable, and fun short par-4 I’ve even played. Not to be outdone, number four features a stunning background and a very important tee shot that requires the players full attention. The sixth is a fantastic risk/reward par-5 full of options and offers the same mind-bending background as the third. I would imagine part of the reason the course is overlooked is simply due to the spectacular nature of the first six holes, some may undersell the remaining twelve holes. They shouldn’t though, as holes 10-14 and 18 really shine as well."
Read More2026
Review
“Typical Fazio layout with a few great holes. There are two holes with cool infinity greens drifting off into the mountains. I was surprised at the lack of fairway bunkering. Great green complexes as usual, but many holes are mundane. The approach on number 4 is awesome as you hit through a tight valley through trees on either side. The 8th is a winding par 5 with water along the left throughout the hole. 18 is a solid finishing hole with an uphill approach. Decent course, but could have been so much better with the property."
Read More2026
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“What an incredible mountain setting! Fazio never seems to disappoint; in this case the land required much fewer additions than many Fazio courses--the land is just that great for a quality course. It has undulation and elevation changes, but not so excessive that it makes shots "trick shots." Great variety of holes (2 shot and 3 shot par 5s, 2 different par 4s in which the fairway stops around 270 forcing thoughtful decisions off of the green."
Read More2026
Review
“What an incredible mountain setting. Fazio never seems to disappoint; in this case the land required much fewer additions than many Fazio courses--the land is just that great for a quality course. It has undulation and elevation changes, but not so excessive that it makes shots "trick shots." Great variety of holes (2 shot and 3 shot par 5s, 2 different par 4s in which the fairway stops around 270 forcing thoughtful decisions off of the green."
Read More2026
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“Breathtaking scenery and a really fun golf course. Many tees for all handicaps. great set of par 5 holes with the greens being the chief defense."
Read More2026
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“Fazio builds a rustic beauty with great layout and creativity. Great green complexes and interesting topography make this a course that can challenge daily. Many shot options with many beautiful vistas make this a must see."
Read More2026
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“Charles Schwab was the founder of Stock Farm and financed it for many years during the early and maturing times through some difficult economic cycles. But it survived and is now a thriving club with a strong national membership. The Sapphire Mountain range serves as a wonderful and aesthetically pleasing backdrop to a well-designed and challenging golf course by Tom Fazio who weaved the holes in and out and through various valleys and ravines that provides not only interest but a variety of shop options. The front nine is more interesting with better golf holes than the back providing some dramatic shots that require both skill and imagination. While the par 4, fourth may not be the best hole on the golf course, it is certainly one of the most fun to play. From an elevated box, the tee shot requires the precise angle as it drops down to the lowest part of the property. A drive too far left leaves a blind shot to the green and too far right finds its way into a small riverbed. While amenities do not influence a course rating, the log cabin clubhouse with some of Schwab’s world class western paintings, the excellent food and staff service along with the on-property cabins all contribute to a great experience."
Read More2025
Review
“Charles Schwab was the founder of Stock Farm and financed it for many years during the early and maturing times through some difficult economic cycles. But it survived and is now a thriving club with a strong national membership. The Sapphire Mountain range serves as a wonderful and aesthetically pleasing backdrop to a well-designed and challenging golf course by Tom Fazio who weaved the holes in and out and through various valleys and ravines that provides not only interest but a variety of shop options. The front nine is more interesting with better golf holes than the back providing some dramatic shots that require both skill and imagination. While the par 4, fourth may not be the best hole on the golf course, it is certainly one of the most fun to play. From an elevated box, the tee shot requires the precise angle as it drops down to the lowest part of the property. A drive too far left leaves a blind shot to the green and too far right finds its way into a small riverbed. While amenities do not influence a course rating, the log cabin clubhouse with some of Schwab’s world class western paintings, the excellent food and staff service along with the on property cabins all contribute to a great experience."
Read More2025
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“Tom Fazio's best design. A truly wonderful golf course in one of the best settings in golf. This course is one of the top 5 mountain courses in the United States!"
Read More2025
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“Beautiful views of the western Montana mountains as a backdrop throughout the round. This Tom Fazio design from 1999 tests all clubs in the player's bag. Good variety hole to hole with what side of the fairways and greens that is best for the player to favor as well as good variety on what clubs are required off the tee.....ie you don't have to hit driver off of every tee."
Read More2024
