Sammamish, Washington
The Plateau Club is a bold and demanding private layout carved from dense Washington forest, unmistakably Dye in design and spirit. Expect a classic Pacific Northwest test: strategic shot-making, visual drama, and the feeling of golf tucked away from the world. With a strong members’ culture and classic tree-lined holes, it’s a proud representative of regional private golf.
Pause before teeing off on the front nine to soak in the seclusion—the forest corridor is as close to pure Northwest silence as you’ll find all round.
The Plateau Club was conceived as a classic Pacific Northwest test—tight, tree-lined fairways, significant elevation changes, and bold Dye-family greens merge with a mix of seclusion and community vistas. The front nine, cut through dense evergreens, offers a sense of escape and calm, while the back nine reveals a more open look with housing in view but no less challenging play. Bold bunkering, demanding doglegs, and multi-tiered greens demand thoughtful strategy and precise execution throughout the round.
Dye family shaping with Saito’s Northwest influence delivers a memorable and challenging private-club experience.
This lengthy par 5 bends gently through towering pines, demanding accuracy on both shots to set up a manageable third. Long hitters are tempted to bite off more but must mind the nuanced contours and fairway bunkers.
Play for position off the tee, hug the left for a good angle, and land your layup to avoid a difficult third into a Dye-contoured green.
Stray shots left risk finding deep woods; missing long brings punishing rough and sand into play.
Consistently well-groomed, with smooth greens and closely mown fairways typical of a premier private club.
Fast and uninterrupted at most times thanks to membership limits and efficient marshalling.
Traditional private-club atmosphere—respectful, golf-focused, and quietly upscale.
Standard private club attire—collared shirts, no denim, and soft spikes only.
Wayward drives are punished—practice your straight ball to avoid the forest's penalty.
The Plateau can see cool mornings and sudden mist, so layering is wise.
The practice facilities are excellent, and a half hour to loosen up is time well spent.
They’re long, and club selection is crucial—check wind and elevation before each one.
Front nine opens, course debuts on the Plateau
Back nine completed, course becomes full 18
Clubhouse completed by Anderson, Koch & Smith
Hosts Japan-America Society of Washington annual tournament
The Plateau Club’s front nine was carved through pristine Pacific Northwest forest, with seclusion and towering trees defining the first impression. As the back nine followed, neighborhoods matured and the club gained members, giving the course’s second half a more open, residential feel and two distinct personalities.
P.B. Dye and Perry Dye teamed up with Masatsugu Saito to design the course, infusing it with the visual drama and strategic shot demands that are unmistakable trademarks of the Dye lineage. The result is a Northwest course that balances beauty with bite.
Plateau’s par 3s are a stern test, with lengths from 163 to 236 yards and demanding targets highlighted by natural elevation and forested surrounds. Precise iron play is at a premium, especially when the wind swirls through the trees.
Front-nine holes were carved through old-growth Pacific Northwest forest.
The Dye family’s signature bunkering is evident across the course.
The front and back nines offer distinct personalities: secluded woods versus open, residential vistas.
No public tee times—exclusive members and guests access only.
The club hosts notable regional cultural and charity tournaments, including Japanese-American society events.
Tournament pedigree, Jack Nicklaus design, and mountain vistas make it a top public play.
Fun, accessible 36-hole complex with a welcoming vibe and approachable rates.
Two 18s, city views, and strong architecture—an Eastside must for visitors.
Historic championship host—famed for tight, tree-lined corridors and major moments.
One of the region's top destination courses—championship layout and spectacular scenery.
Bellevue for the best mix of golf access, dining, and proximity to both Seattle and the Eastside.
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