When Don Cutler and his wife, Bonnie, went fishing on the Little North Fork of Oregon's Santiam River in the early 1960s, they discovered a beautiful location for a golf course. A few years later, when the property was up for sale, Don and Bonnie jumped at the opportunity to make their dream a reality. It took them 11 years to complete the first nine holes - in part because of Don's determination that the course blend into the surroundings. He transplanted 20 foot trees and built six lakes nestled into an unbelievably green natural environment. The front nine opened in 1976, and has become a favorite for thousands of golfers. National recognition in golf magazines has made it a must stop for players exploring Oregon courses.

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Little by little, Don worked on developing the back nine as time and money permitted. Don passed away in 1998, but his children, Liz and Bruce, have been part of this family owned business since its inception, and they worked to finish his dream. The second nine holes of this exceptional course opened in June, 2000.

Step into another world at Elkhorn Valley Golf Course. Nestled in a small valley a few miles from the towering Old Growth forests of the Opal Creek Wilderness, Elkhorn offers 18 challenging holes of golf in one of the Pacific Northwest's most spectacular natural settings. Joining the award winning fronting - that has captivated golfers of all abilities, are the nine new holes to enhance your experience and test your mettle. The back nine continues the Elkhorn tradition, taking advantage of natural topography and hazards that make it a special place. Canyons, streams and wetlands, and tall stands of trees, with the sights and sounds of wildlife all around. Whether you are new to Elkhorn or already cherish it as a special stop on your own "Best Courses" list, we know you'll find our 18 hole experience exhilarating.

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