N Battlement Parkway
Battlement Mesa, CO, United States
Battlement Mesa Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course located in Parachute, Colorado, situated on naturally carved plateaus formed over millions of years. The course features a par layout with multiple par 4s, par 5s, and par 3s, ranging from 82 yards to 613 yards depending on tee box selection. The design honors the natural landscape, with elevation changes, rushing waters, and native sagebrush creating inherent challenges.
The course is characterized by strategic hazards including bunkers, ponds, and creeks that require precise shot placement. Notable design elements include terraced greens, narrow approaches, and hidden landing areas that demand thoughtful club selection and course management. Holes like the 613-yard par 5 seventh and the dramatic opening par 4 exemplify the course's natural difficulty.
Ranked as a "You Can Play" must-play by Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GolfWRX, Battlement Mesa emphasizes challenging, natural golf without relying on resort amenities. The course hosts numerous tournaments including the Battlement Mesa Open and serves the local western Colorado golf community through leagues, lessons, and member events.
