Fircrest Golf Club

📍 Fircrest, Washington

Just a few minutes from downtown Tacoma, nestled quietly in the trees, you’ll find a course with deep roots and steady rhythm: Fircrest Golf Club. Established in 1923, this private, member-owned club has been part of the South Sound golf scene for over a century—and it’s still going strong.

Fircrest Golf Club isn’t flashy. It doesn’t have to be. The course speaks for itself—tree-lined fairways, sloping greens, and a layout that rewards patience over power. It’s the kind of place where knowing your yardages matters more than hitting bombs off the tee. Every hole feels intentional. Every round feels like an opportunity to learn something new.

A Classic Northwest Layout

The course plays to a par 71 and stretches just over 6,400 yards from the tips—not long by today’s standards, but plenty challenging thanks to narrow landing areas, mature trees, and strategically placed bunkers. Fircrest asks you to think. To shape shots. To trust your swing.

There are no gimmicks here—just solid architecture and a respect for the natural terrain. The course winds through rolling hills and wooded corridors that feel pure Pacific Northwest. It’s walkable, but the hills will test you. And if you haven’t played here before, don’t underestimate the greens—they’re quick, subtle, and can get away from you in a hurry.
It’s not a course where you show up expecting to shoot your personal best. But it’s one you’ll want to come back to.

More Than a Golf Course

Fircrest Golf Club offers a full slate of amenities: a driving range, short game areas, a putting green, and dedicated practice zones that make it easy to fine-tune your game. Off the course, members have access to a fitness center, racquet sports, swimming pool, and a spacious clubhouse with multiple dining options.
The clubhouse sits at the heart of the property, with views across the course and indoor-outdoor space for gatherings, league nights, and seasonal events. Whether you’re grabbing a sandwich after your round or spending the day with family, the facilities are built to support year-round activity.

A Cornerstone of the South Sound Golf Scene

Over the years, Fircrest has hosted everything from regional amateur tournaments to junior golf championships. It’s seen generations of players come through its gates—some chasing titles, others chasing daylight after work.

The course holds its own among Washington State private golf clubs, offering a consistent, well-maintained layout that values tradition and the fundamentals of the game. It’s the kind of place where you can put in work at the range midweek, or walk 18 on a quiet Sunday morning and remember why you love the game.

Fircrest Golf Club has long been a steady presence in the South Sound golf community—and it continues to grow alongside it. With year-round play, strong programming, and a commitment to the member experience, it remains one of the region’s most respected clubs.

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.