News Summary
Gamble Sands Resort in Brewster, Washington, is expanding its golf offerings with the new Scarecrow course set to open on August 1, 2025. Designed by acclaimed architect David McLay Kidd, this 18-hole championship course spans 300 acres and features a par of 71 across a challenging layout. With various unique design elements and stunning views, Scarecrow aims to attract golf enthusiasts, while the resort enhances its facilities, including new luxury accommodations. Tee times are available for booking through their official website.
Gamble Sands Resort in Brewster, Washington, Announces New Golf Course Opening
The Gamble Sands Resort located in Brewster, Washington, is set to expand its golf offerings with the opening of a new 18-hole course named Scarecrow on August 1, 2025. As the resort’s second championship course, Scarecrow is expected to draw golf enthusiasts from across the region and beyond, offering a fresh and challenging experience amidst scenic surroundings.
Details of the New Course
Scarecrow is designed by renowned golf course architect David McLay Kidd, with assistance from Nick Schaan. Built on approximately 300 acres of rolling terrain that was previously used as cornfields, the course overlooks notable landmarks such as the Columbia River Valley and the Gebbers’ family orchards. The layout integrates natural landscape features to create a distinctive golf experience.
The course features a par of 71 and extends to 6,900 yards, offering a challenging yet enjoyable round for a wide range of players. The playing surface is maintained with fine fescue turf, ensuring firm and fast conditions that enhance shot precision and gameplay.
Course Layout and Features
Starting with a downhill par 4 that includes a blind tee shot, the course provides strategic challenges throughout the round. It concludes with a drivable par 4 on a cliff-edge green, providing a striking finish. Unique design elements include speed slots, boomerangs, and varied angles and slopes to test players’ skills.
Among its notable holes are several reachable par 5s, five distinct par 3s, and demanding par 4s. These features collectively contribute to the course’s reputation for providing a stimulating and memorable round of golf. McLay Kidd describes Scarecrow as a “twisted sister” to the original Gamble Sands Course, emphasizing its fun yet challenging nature and its innovative design elements.
Initial Reception and Booking Information
Preliminary reviews indicate that players are highly enjoying Scarecrow, with early feedback highlighting its creative layout and scenic vistas. Golf enthusiasts interested in experiencing the new course can reserve tee times starting immediately by visiting the resort’s official website at www.gamblesands.com.
Additional Developments at Gamble Sands
Alongside the new course, Gamble Sands has recently upgraded its accommodation facilities. In June 2025, the resort opened 40 new double-king golf-view rooms at The Inn at Gamble Sands, bringing the total number of luxury rooms to 77. These rooms boast amenities such as walk-in showers, large-screen televisions, mini fridges, coffee makers, and private patios.
A dedicated putting green accessible to guests staying in these new rooms enhances the overall golf experience. Currently, the resort offers 50 holes of golf with options including two McLay Kidd-designed championship courses and a 14-hole short course called Quicksands.
Resort Facilities and Rankings
The resort’s amenities extend beyond golf, featuring a 100,000-square-foot Cascades Putting Course, multiple dining venues, a comprehensive practice facility, and a golf shop. The original Gamble Sands Course is ranked No. 14 on GOLF Magazine’s “Top 100 Courses You Can Play” list, underscoring its reputation as one of the nation’s premier golf destinations.
Management and Operations
The entire complex is managed by Troon, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. With a presence in over 900 locations worldwide, Troon operates numerous golf courses and hospitality venues, ensuring high standards of service and maintenance across the resort’s offerings.
The opening of Scarecrow aligns with Gamble Sands’ ongoing efforts to enhance its status as a leading golf resort, providing sophisticated courses and upscale accommodations in the scenic Pacific Northwest.
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- The Golf Wire
- Golf Pass
- Cape Cod Times
- Golf Week
- First Call Golf
- Wikipedia: Golf
- Google Search: Gamble Sands
- Google Scholar: Golf Course Design
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Golf
- Google News: Golf News
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