Osprey Meadows Named Idaho’s Best Public Golf Course — and One of the Top 100 in the Country
We’ve always believed Osprey Meadows is something special. Now Golfweek agrees.
Golfweek has recognized Osprey Meadows Golf Course as Idaho’s Best Public Course You Can Play and one of the Top 100 Resort Courses in the United States — a distinction that puts Tamarack Resort firmly on the map as one of the premier mountain golf destinations in the country.
A Course Built to Last
Osprey Meadows was originally designed by the legendary architecture firm Robert Trent Jones II, and after an extensive restoration and reimagining effort completed in 2024 — led in collaboration with the original RTJ II design team — the course is playing better than ever.
The numbers tell part of the story: 18 holes, par 73, 7,447 yards from the tips, a slope rating of 142, and five sets of tees so players of every skill level can find their game. But the real story is what surrounds you when you play. Dramatic mountain terrain. Waterfalls and wetlands. Island-style greens. Bridges over shimmering water. And sweeping panoramic views of Lake Cascade and Idaho’s West Central Mountains at nearly 5,000 feet of elevation.
“This recognition from Golfweek is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the incredible work that our team has put into restoring and elevating Osprey Meadows,” said Scott Turlington, President of Tamarack Resort. “The course is a pillar of Tamarack’s identity as America’s only ski, golf, and lake resort, and we’re proud to see it recognized among the top golf experiences in the country.”
What Makes Osprey Meadows Different
Ask our PGA Director of Golf Chris Peterson, and he’ll tell you it comes down to the full experience.
“The combination of mountain golf, lake views, elevation changes, and strategic shot-making creates an experience that is both visually stunning and highly playable,” Peterson said. “Golfweek’s recognition as Idaho’s Best Public Course You Can Play validates not only the quality of the course itself, but also the broader golf experience we continue to build here at Tamarack.”
One feature that always draws a crowd: the “Double Down” Gambler’s Hole, a one-of-a-kind 19th par-3 designed specifically to settle wagers — and create a moment no one forgets.
Off the course, the practice amenities match the championship standards: a full driving range, short-game area, and an approximately 23,000-square-foot social and putting green, one of the largest in the region.
Part of Something Bigger
Golf at Tamarack isn’t a standalone experience — it’s woven into everything the resort offers. Osprey Meadows anchors an all-season destination that now includes the brand-new Marina on Lake Cascade, lift-served mountain biking, hiking, ziplining, and a growing alpine village with dining, lodging, and events throughout the summer.
In addition to daily public play, the course hosts tournaments, private outings, local leagues, and major championship events throughout the season.
Located 90 miles north of Boise, Tamarack is accessible, spectacular, and — thanks to Golfweek — officially one of the best places to play golf in America.
Ready to play? Book your tee time at Osprey Meadows Golf Course and see for yourself what the recognition is all about.