Inglewood Golf Club: classic Lake Washington parkland with a members’ vibe

Inglewood Golf Club in Kenmore is a private, member owned course that asks for accuracy, smart targets, and sharp touch on undulating greens. The round leans on placement from the tee, then rewards precise approaches and steady short game.

Inglewood Golf Club Fast Facts

Course Overview

Set at the north end of Lake Washington, Inglewood Golf Club routes through mature evergreens where fairways are narrow and greens are notably undulating. Bunkers are placed to punish imprecise tee shots and approaches, and the layout blends longer tests with shorter opportunities. The finishing stretch is known for lake views that add a little drama to closing swings.

Because Inglewood Golf Club puts such a premium on accuracy over raw power, decisions start on the tee. Choose the club that keeps you in the fairway first, then work in from preferred angles to tiers and ridges on the putting surfaces. Many approach shots ask you to favor the side that takes greenside sand out of play. Ground and aerial options are there, but success comes from landing on the correct level rather than chasing tight pins.

Hole-by-Hole Highlights

• Narrow corridors reward a fairway finder from many tees. If driver brings bunkers into play, throttle back and take the short grass.

• Greens feature tiers and slopes. When in doubt, plan for the high side to avoid a sharp roll away.

• Bunkers frame several landing zones and guard front corners. Pick your line with the next shot in mind, not just today’s carry number.

• Par 3 variety is part of the rhythm. Club selection is key, and controlling height helps you hold the proper shelf.

• Shorter par 4s invite positional tee balls, then precise wedges. Distance is secondary to angle.

• Longer par 4s ask for solid tempo over extra speed. Center targets leave straightforward looks and remove the short side.

• Par 5s mix layup choices with risk reward. If the fairway sand or trees pinch the second shot, three shot strategy is usually the smart route.

• Greenside recovery gets plenty of reps. Practice facility time pays off on bump and runs and soft bunker escapes.

• The closing holes bring views of Lake Washington and tighter demands. Play to the fat parts of greens and give yourself two putts.

• Wind can shift near the water late in the day. Take a beat on the tee to confirm your plan before committing.

Amenities & Practice

The practice complex includes a full driving range with grass tees, target flags, and distance references, two practice putting greens, and a short game area with a greenside bunker. Balls are available at the range, and the setup is designed for quick warm ups or longer sessions. Club washing stations and laser devices are on hand so numbers and cleanup are easy between reps.

Food & Beverage

Private clubhouse for members.

Rates / Booking / Local Tips

Inglewood Golf Club is a private club with access for members and their guests. Prospective players should contact the membership office for information. If you are preparing for a guest round, arrive early enough to use the short game area and both practice greens, since putting on tiers and ridges is a core skill here.

How to Score Here

• Favor accuracy over length on most tees. That philosophy mirrors how Inglewood Golf Club describes the test.

• Work to the proper tier and quadrant on approaches, then accept a longer uphill putt.

• Aim away from greenside bunkers when yardages are in between, and use the next shot to make par your friend.

• Lean on bump and runs when the apron allows. Height is not always your ally on firm, contoured greens.

Final Word

If you value classic parkland golf that rewards placement and touch, Inglewood Golf Club delivers a thoughtful, member focused test in Kenmore.

This course is part of the Washington Golf Directory’s collection of Washington State private golf courses and member-only clubs. Alongside public courses, disc golf spots, and driving ranges, we’re highlighting the places where golfers across the state play, practice, and build community—all year long.