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In 1891, before any formal golf course existed west of the Mississippi River, a clatch of homesick Scotsmen confounded the locals by burying tin cans into the dunes of Gearhart and then knocking balls with sticks until they dropped into the cans. For these Scots, the landscape at Gearhart was strongly reminiscent of the native, ancient courses of St. Andrews and Montrose. Several architects’ hands have shaped GGL over the years, including Chandlar Egan, noted for his work at Pebble Beach in advance of the 1929 US Amateur. He went on to work at notable Oregon golf courses Waverley Country Club, Oswego Lake Country Club, Riverside Golf and Country Club, Tualatin Country Club, and others. Read more about the restoration of 2013 here.

Today, Gearhart Golf Links operates as a resort course open to the public, with a membership currently capped at 230. 18 holes of spectacular, links-style golf located in the town of Gearhart on the beautiful North Oregon Coast. Open for play 364 days a year. Pure links golf as it was meant to be!

Testimonials

“Gearhart Golf Links has always been a special place to the Jacobsen family. As kids we would come the Beach every summer and play match after match on the links, betting for milkshakes. The improvements the Boyle family have implemented are spectacular. Their vision to “Polish the Gem” is spot on, and everyone who plays there will love the newly restored Links feel, from the open vistas to the firm and fast playing surfaces.”
Peter Jacobsen, 7 time winner on the PGA Tour, NBC and Golf Channel Analyst
“For any passionate golfer the exploration, the adventure, the discovery of great golf is sometimes as much a pleasure as the playing. Gearhart Golf Links is one of those rare hidden gems that when found, is never forgotten! It’s in my closely guarded list of US hidden gems.” 
David McLay-Kidd, Iconic golf course architect famous for his designs at Bandon Dunes, Gamble Sands, Mammoth Dunes, Nanea Golf Club, and others.
“The Gearhart Golf Links are as much fun as you can have on a golf course this side of Ireland. No matter how you find it or where you’re from, you’ll feel at home in an instant, and the golfers of Gearhart are among the luckiest I know.”
Tom Coyne, Award winning author and editor, and leading figure in golf literature. Coyne’s works include “A Course Called Ireland”, “A Course Called Scotland”, “A Course Called America”, “Paper Tiger” and “A Gentleman’s Game.”
“I had a warm, welcoming feeling from the moment I stepped foot at Gearhart and plan on continuing to come back for the rest of my life. Want to share that feeling with others!”
Tron Carter, Founder of the No Laying Up Podcast and Blog
“The great joy of Gearhart is its simplicity. See the shot, hit the shot. Don’t fret over hidden hazards, worry about strategic options, or search for cagey contours, but take nothing for granted. Accept surprises, in the spirit of true links golf. Gearhart is enigmatic, sweet and beguiling—golf’s pastoral Mona Lisa.”
John Strawn, Director, Global Golf Advisors
“I am honored to accept a spot on the Membership Roster at Gearhart Golf Links. I hope I have the occasion to visit Gearhart many times. The course layout and history are fascinating.”
Arnold Palmer, 62 time winner on the PGA tour, including 7 major championships.
“The Pacific Northwest boast many first class golf resorts. With their recent renovations, Gearhart Golf Links easily belongs on that list. From the middle and forward tees, you might just have the best round of your life. From all the way back at the Stones, you will find some of the harder pars in Golf. Whichever tees you choose, you will undoubtedly have ton of fun.”
David Jacobsen – Decorated Amateur Golfer and Member of the R&A
“I am flattered and honored to join as a Member at Gearhart Golf Links, and look forward to a fishing and golfing trip to the North Oregon Coast!”
Huey Lewis, Award winning actor and singer-songwriter.
“The day we twinned with Gearhart was the beginning of a journey that has taken Carne Golf Links to the top of world golf and is now a must play on every golf visitor Itinerary. Our joint values, care for our customers and members, craic and comradery have combined to make our two courses a joy to play. Despite the travel distance between our great clubs, our members have enjoyed memorable exchanges of great hospitality and true friendship, which I know will continue for future generations.”
Gerry McGuire, Chairman, Erris Tourism & Carne Golf Links, Belmullet, County Mayo, Ireland
“Thanks again for hosting the best tourney in the Pac West (Gross Better Ball). I’m very excited to see the participation level up and the younger breed coming in to support this event. Great to see you and all the crew and look forward to the next time.”
Jay Hart – Decorated Amateur and Member at Royal Oaks Country ClubCompany Name

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