Course Tour
Experience each hole at American Lake Veterans Golf Course through aerial views and course highlights.
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The front nine offers a beautiful mix of tree-lined fairways, strategic challenges, and rewarding greens.
Front Nine
1
Purple Heart: PH Assn 1932
A welcoming starting hole that invites players to find their rhythm. Accuracy off the tee is rewarded, while the surrounding evergreens provide a classic Northwest backdrop.
Par 4 • 291 Yards • HCP 7
302 YARDS
291 YARDS
266 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
7
7
2
Air Force Cross: NW Chapter for the paralyzed Veterans Of America
This hole demands thoughtful placement. Favor the fairway and you’ll earn a clear approach to the green. Miss your target and the mature trees can quickly become a factor.
Par 3 • 140 Yards • HCP 13
152 YARDS
140 YARDS
115 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
3
13
15
3
Purple Heart: PH Assn 1932
A welcoming starting hole that invites players to find their rhythm. Accuracy off the tee is rewarded, while the surrounding evergreens provide a classic Northwest backdrop.
Par 4 • 245 Yards • HCP 15
259 YARDS
245 YARDS
218 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
13
15
4
Friends of American Lake Veterans Golf Course
Players must decide whether to play aggressively or position themselves for a safer approach. Patience often wins the day here.
Par 5 • 501 Yards • HCP 1
514 YARDS
501 YARDS
476 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
5
1
1
5
Purple Heart: PH Assn 1932
A welcoming starting hole that invites players to find their rhythm. Accuracy off the tee is rewarded, while the surrounding evergreens provide a classic Northwest backdrop.
Par 4 • 384 Yards • HCP 9
403 YARDS
384 YARDS
356 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
9
9
6
Bronze Star: VFW Post 4137
Towering evergreens frame this memorable hole. Keep the ball in play and trust your yardage.
Par 4 • 364 Yards • HCP 11
363 YARDS
364 YARDS
326 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
4
11
11
7
Distinguished Services Cross: VFW Post 2995
Accuracy becomes more important than power. A well-placed tee shot opens the door for a scoring opportunity.
Par 5 • 438 Yards • HCP 3
439 YARDS
438 YARDS
336 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
5
3
3
8
Navy Cross: Marine Corp League
A hole that rewards discipline and course management. Take your medicine after a miss and avoid turning one mistake into two.
Par 3 • 128 Yards • HCP 17
141 YARDS
128 YARDS
128 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
3
17
17
9
Silver Star: AmVets
A fitting conclusion to the original layout. The hole encourages one final aggressive swing before making the turn.
Par 4 • 330 Yards • HCP 5
343 YARDS
330 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
5
5
3
Par 4 • 245 Yards • HCP 15
Medal Of Honor: Legion Of Valor 1890
A picturesque hole that showcases the natural beauty of the property. Club selection is key as subtle elevation changes challenge distance control.
259 YARDS
Par
4
245 YARDS
Men's HCP
15
218 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
13
4
Friends of American Lake Veterans Golf Course
Players must decide whether to play aggressively or position themselves for a safer approach. Patience often wins the day here.
Par 5 • 501 Yards • HCP 1
514 YARDS
501 YARDS
476 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
5
1
1
5
Par 4 • 384 Yards • HCP 9
Air Medal: DAV
One of the more demanding holes on the front side. A solid tee shot is essential to setting up a realistic birdie opportunity.
403 YARDS
Par
4
384 YARDS
Men's HCP
9
356 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
9
6
Bronze Star: VFW Post 4137
Towering evergreens frame this memorable hole. Keep the ball in play and trust your yardage.
Par 4 • 364 Yards • HCP 11
363 YARDS
364 YARDS
326 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
11
11
7
Par 5 • 438 Yards • HCP 3
Distinguished Services Cross: VFW Post 2995
Accuracy becomes more important than power. A well-placed tee shot opens the door for a scoring opportunity.
439 YARDS
Par
5
438 YARDS
Men's HCP
3
336 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
3
8
Navy Cross: Marine Corp League
A hole that rewards discipline and course management. Take your medicine after a miss and avoid turning one mistake into two.
Par 3 • 128 Yards • HCP 17
141 YARDS
128 YARDS
128 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
3
17
17
9
Par 4 • 330 Yards • HCP 5
Silver Star: AmVets
A fitting conclusion to the original layout. The hole encourages one final aggressive swing before making the turn.
343 YARDS
Par
4
330 YARDS
Men's HCP
5
312 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
5
The Back Nine, Designed by Jack Nicklaus, showcases wider vistas, thoughtful design, and memorable finishing holes that reward both strategy and precision.
Back Nine
The Back Nine, Designed by Jack Nicklaus, showcases wider vistas, thoughtful design, and memorable finishing holes that reward both strategy and precision.
Back Nine
10
Defense Distinguished Service Medal: 40/8
Welcome to the Jack Nicklaus-designed back nine. The landscape opens up and introduces a different style of golf that rewards strategic thinking and thoughtful shot placement.
Par 4 • 363 Yards • HCP 10
403 YARDS
363 YARDS
313 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
4
10
8
11
Distinguished Service Medal: IAF 31 - Tacoma Fire Fighters
A classic Nicklaus design philosophy comes into play: identify the safest route and execute. Risk and reward are carefully balanced.
Par 3 • 166 Yards • HCP 4
198 YARDS
166 YARDS
140 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
3
16
4
12
Defense Superior Service Medal
One of the more inviting scoring holes on the back nine. Players who find the fairway can attack the flag.
Par 5 • 469 Yards • HCP 2
498 YARDS
469 YARDS
434 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
5
2
2
13
Friends of American Lake Veterans Golf CourseNamed
In spirit for the veterans this course serves, this hole asks golfers to commit fully to every shot. Confidence is rewarded.
Par 4 • 287 Yards • HCP 12
331 YARDS
287 YARDS
238 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
12
12
14
Soldier's Medal: Clover Park
As the round enters its final stretch, this hole emphasizes smart decision-making. Position often matters more than distance.
Par 3 • 111 Yards • HCP 18
138 YARDS
111 YARDS
94 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
3
18
18
15
Defense Meritorious Service Medal
A memorable hole featuring strategic angles and thoughtful design. The best approach is often created from the proper side of the fairway.
Par 4 • 269 Yards • HCP 14
317 YARDS
269 YARDS
227 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
14
14
16
Meritorious Service Medal
No place for hesitation here. Choose your club, trust your swing, and execute.
Par 4 • 277 Yards • HCP 8
314 YARDS
277 YARDS
235 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
4
8
4
17
Joint Service Commendation Medal: PGA Association
One of the most inspiring holes on the property. The setting encourages reflection on the mission and purpose of this remarkable golf course.
Par 4 • 259 Yards • HCP 16
299 YARDS
259 YARDS
221 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
10
16
18
Joint Service Achievement Medal: Parkland Spanaway
A strong finishing hole that embodies the spirit of American Lake Veterans Golf Course. Whether chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the day, every round concludes with appreciation for those who served.
Par 4 • 297 Yards • HCP 6
307 YARDS
297 YARDS
283 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladies HCP
4
6
6
10
Defense Distinguished Service Medal: 40/8
Welcome to the Jack Nicklaus-designed back nine. The landscape opens up and introduces a different style of golf that rewards strategic thinking and thoughtful shot placement.
Par 4 • 363 Yards • HCP 10
403 YARDS
363 YARDS
313 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
10
8
11
Par 3 • 166 Yards • HCP 4
Distinguished Service Medal: IAF 31 - Tacoma Fire Fighters
A classic Nicklaus design philosophy comes into play: identify the safest route and execute. Risk and reward are carefully balanced.
198 YARDS
Par
3
166 YARDS
Men's HCP
4
140 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
16
12
Defense Superior Service Medal
One of the more inviting scoring holes on the back nine. Players who find the fairway can attack the flag.
Par 5 • 469 Yards • HCP 2
498 YARDS
469 YARDS
434 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
5
2
2
13
Par 4 • 287 Yards • HCP 12
Friends of American Lake Veterans Golf Course
Named in spirit for the veterans this course serves, this hole asks golfers to commit fully to every shot. Confidence is rewarded.
331 YARDS
Par
4
287 YARDS
Men's HCP
12
238 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
12
14
Soldier's Medal: Clover Park
As the round enters its final stretch, this hole emphasizes smart decision-making. Position often matters more than distance.
Par 3 • 111 Yards • HCP 18
138 YARDS
111 YARDS
94 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
3
18
18
15
Par 4 • 269 Yards • HCP 14
Defense Meritorious Service Medal
A memorable hole featuring strategic angles and thoughtful design. The best approach is often created from the proper side of the fairway.
317 YARDS
Par
4
269 YARDS
Men's HCP
14
227 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
14
16
Meritorious Service Medal
No place for hesitation here. Choose your club, trust your swing, and execute.
Par 4 • 277 Yards • HCP 8
314 YARDS
277 YARDS
235 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
8
4
17
Par 4 • 259 Yards • HCP 16
Joint Service Commendation Medal: PGA Association
One of the most inspiring holes on the property. The setting encourages reflection on the mission and purpose of this remarkable golf course.
299 YARDS
Par
4
259 YARDS
Men's HCP
16
221 YARDS
Ladie's HCP
10
18
Joint Service Achievement Medal: Parkland Spanaway
A strong finishing hole that embodies the spirit of American Lake Veterans Golf Course. Whether chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the day, every round concludes with appreciation for those who served.
Par 4 • 297 Yards • HCP 6
307 YARDS
297 YARDS
283 YARDS
Par
Men's HCP
Ladie's HCP
4
6
6
