Bigwood Golf Club
Bigwood Golf Club delivers an 18-hole public course experience framed by Idaho’s mountain vistas. Its wide fairways, approachable layout, and genuine atmosphere provide a welcomed contrast to more polished resorts. Ideal for golfers seeking a spirited, scenic round with natural challenges.
Course Overview
Bigwood Golf Club offers an 18-hole experience carved into the wide-open landscapes near Ketchum, Idaho. This public course stands apart with its striking mountain backdrop where blue skies stretch endlessly above expansive fairways. While not pristine in all areas, Bigwood’s character emerges through its rugged charm and approachable layout, making it a compelling destination for golfers seeking a spirited round without pretense.
The course’s terrain is a blend of open parkland and slight elevation changes, allowing natural light and sweeping views to dominate each hole. Fairways are generally wide, accommodating varied shot shapes and offering a forgiving route for players of all skill levels. The greens, though known to vary in condition, challenge precision and touch, inviting players to test their short game amid subtle breaks.
Bigwood welcomes golfers with an unpretentious atmosphere, reflected in both its friendly staff and casual vibe. The clubhouse serves as a straightforward hub where visitors can enjoy hearty sandwiches and breakfast burritos, fueling up before or after a round. Golf carts are available but many prefer to walk, taking in fresh mountain air and the course’s unhurried rhythm. Comfortable walking shoes are advisable, given some uneven turf areas and modest hills.
This course appeals most to players who prioritize character and challenge over manicured perfection. Despite occasional maintenance hurdles, Bigwood remains memorable for its scenic openness, engaging layout, and the camaraderie felt in the clubhouse and on the fairways. Whether you’re aiming to sharpen your game or simply savor a day outdoors surrounded by Idaho’s natural beauty, Bigwood Golf Club offers a refreshing, honest golfing experience.
Plan your visit during the late spring through early fall months when weather conditions are at their best. Early tee times often afford cooler temperatures and quieter play. While greens can be unpredictable, adaptability is part of the course’s appeal. Prepare to encounter gusts that subtly influence ball flight across the exposed stretches, adding an extra layer to your club selection.
Bigwood Golf Club invites golfers to embrace the game here as it is: spirited, scenic, and rooted in authentic mountain golf traditions.
Course Highlights
Bigwood’s signature appeal lies in its expansive, open fairways with mountain views that dominate the horizon. The natural elevation shifts contribute subtle strategic elements without overwhelming players. Its approachable layout welcomes all skill levels, with a casual environment supported by friendly staff and an unpretentious clubhouse serving hearty fare. Winds across open areas add an extra challenge, requiring thoughtful club selection and shot execution.
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Guest Reviews
Jess Boysen
Big Wood is the red headed step child of Sun Valley golf. It’s beat up, has some scars and the greens suck. That being said - golfers/staff here are non pretentious and welcoming. The course is overpriced no doubt but it’s challenging and has character. The cart guy “Carl” is fantastic and really made our day.
Aj W
Excellent sandwiches and breakfast burritos, beautiful wide open and blue and white skies! Beautiful expanses of fresh green! I grandfather-in my appreciation to this course. I must thank my coach and friend Blake (seen here), for helping me go: from a complete novice... (Someone who thought occulus practice could somehow translate to the green! He teases me all the time deservedly so.) ...to: after only 5 games, being able to complete a round close to par. Bigwood Golf Club has my heart and fondness for life.
Rick York
Course was fun. Other reviews are correct that it’s over priced and some areas of the course were not in good condition. But fun play good scenery. More of a recreational golf course
Christy A. McPherson, CPA
Super fun course in a most beautiful setting but struggling with the grass
Alise Harris
It’s crazy that this place has 4 stars. The greens were terrible and unkept. They turned on the sprinklers right in the middle of us playing our hole. Would not recommend.
Alise Harris
It’s crazy that this place has 4 stars. The greens were terrible and unkept. They turned on the sprinklers right in the middle of us playing our hole. Would not recommend.
Christy A. McPherson, CPA
Super fun course in a most beautiful setting but struggling with the grass
JL M
Great golf course
Sal Lopez
No putting green and no driving range. The course just opened after winter, so the greens are S L O W
Mark Leyendecker
Until this property is sold or refinanced, don’t bother. Have been coming here for 20 years and have NEVER seen it in such poor condition. Greens are horrible. No range or putting green. Not recommended.
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Course Details
Access & Location
115 Thunder Trail, Ketchum, ID 83340, USA
Simple clubhouse offering food service with breakfast and lunch options
Walking encouraged; terrain includes gentle hills and uneven turf, so sturdy footwear is advised
Open to the public; tee times recommended during peak season
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