Eagle County Golf Communities Guide

 

Comparing Eagle County's Best Public & Private Golf Communities

For many homebuyers, a golf course is more than a place to play—it's a lifestyle. Whether you're looking for unlimited access to championship golf, a private club community, or a mountain home just minutes from the first tee, Eagle County offers some of Colorado's most desirable golf communities.

 

From the resort lifestyle of Beaver Creek and Vail to the private clubs of Cordillera, Red Sky Ranch, Sonnenalp, and Frost Creek, each community offers a unique combination of golf, mountain living, outdoor recreation, and real estate opportunities. Public courses such as Eagle Ranch, EagleVail and Gypsum Creek also provide outstanding value, making golf-course living attainable at a variety of price points.

 

One of the questions we hear most often is:

"Which golf community is the best fit for my lifestyle and budget?"

The answer depends on much more than the golf course itself.

 

Some buyers prioritize walkability and a vibrant village atmosphere. Others are searching for a private club with multiple championship courses, while many simply want a beautiful home close enough to play several times each week without the cost of a private membership.

 

To help answer those questions, we've created this comprehensive Eagle County Golf Communities Guide. It compares every major golf community from East Vail to Gypsum, including:

  • Public and private golf clubs
  • Daily green fees and season pass options
  • Estimated initiation fees and annual dues for private clubs
  • Typical three-bedroom home price ranges
  • Nearby neighborhoods
  • Membership availability and waiting lists
  • Ski access and mountain lifestyle considerations
  • Community highlights and buyer insights

 

Whether you're relocating to the Vail Valley, searching for a second home, or looking for the perfect retirement destination, this guide provides a side-by-side comparison to help narrow your search.

 

 

Eagle County Golf Course & Golf Community Guide

 

Area (East → West)

Golf Course

Public / Private

Golf Access

Nearby Neighborhoods

Approx. Home Price Range (3 BR+)

Notes

East Vail

Vail Golf Club

Public

Daily play & resident season passes

Vail Golf Course, Matterhorn, Vail Village, East Vail

$2M-$8M+

Walkable to Vail Village. Robert Trent Jones Jr. design. Nordic center in winter. Resident passes available.

Avon / Beaver Creek

Beaver Creek Golf Club

Resort / Semi-Private

Resort guests, members, limited public access

Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch

$2.5M-$20M+

Championship course at Beaver Creek Resort. Golf & ski lifestyle.

EagleVail

EagleVail Golf Club

Public

Daily play & annual passes

EagleVail

$900k-$2.2M

Excellent value. Walkable community with pool, tennis and trails. Usually one of the most affordable golf communities.

Edwards

Sonnenalp Club

Private

Member only

Singletree

$1.5M-$5M+

Jack Nicklaus design. Extensive fitness, tennis and social amenities. Limited memberships.

Edwards

Summit Course at Cordillera (plus Mountain, Valley & Short Course)

Private

Member only

Cordillera

$2M-$10M+

Four distinct courses. One of Colorado's premier private golf communities.

Wolcott

Red Sky Golf Club

Private

Members & Ritz-Carlton guests

Red Sky Ranch

$3M-$15M+

Two nationally ranked championship courses (Norman & Fazio). Very exclusive.

Eagle

Frost Creek

Private

Member only

Frost Creek

$3M-$12M+

Luxury mountain club emphasizing outdoor lifestyle in addition to golf.

Eagle

Eagle Ranch Golf Course

Public

Daily play & season passes

Eagle Ranch

$1M-$2.5M

Arnold Palmer Signature Course. Walkable community with restaurants and trails.

Gypsum

Gypsum Creek Golf Course

Public

Daily play & season passes

Cotton Ranch, Gypsum

$750k-$2M

Excellent value. One of Colorado's longest golf seasons.

 

Public Courses

Course

Typical Daily Green Fees*

Season Passes

Season

Best Nearby Neighborhoods

Comments

Vail Golf Club

~$100-$180

Gold, Silver & Bronze resident passes

Late May-Oct

Vail Golf Course, Matterhorn, East Vail

Excellent walking course adjacent to Gore Creek. Resident Gold Pass offers unlimited golf.

EagleVail Golf Club

~$69-$179

Individual & family season options

May-Oct

EagleVail

Strong value. Convenient location between Vail and Beaver Creek. Carts included.

Eagle Ranch

~$90-$170

Annual memberships available

Apr-Oct

Eagle Ranch

Arnold Palmer Signature course. Consistently highly rated conditioning.

Gypsum Creek

~$70-$150

Unlimited passes available

Apr-Nov (weather dependent)

Cotton Ranch

Warmest location in Eagle County extends golf season.

 

 

Private Courses

Club / Course

Type

Golf Access

Estimated Initiation / Deposit

Estimated Annual / Monthly Dues

Waiting List

Best Nearby Neighborhoods

Comments

Beaver Creek Club

Private Lifestyle Club

Golf privileges at Beaver Creek Golf Club (varies by membership level), ski valet, fitness, dining, social events

Gold: $45,000 (50% refundable)

Charter: $60,000 (50% refundable)

Gold: $6,451/year

Charter: $9,096/year

Yes – both Gold and Charter currently waitlisted

Beaver Creek Village, Townsend Place, Highlands, Borders, Strawberry Park, Chateau Terrace, Elkhorn, Bachelor Gulch

Available exclusively to Beaver Creek property owners. One of the few memberships combining skiing, golf and resort amenities.

Beaver Creek Golf Club

Resort / Semi-Private

Resort guests, Beaver Creek homeowners, Beaver Creek Club members, limited public tee times

None

Daily fees only

N/A

Beaver Creek & Bachelor Gulch

Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship course. Walkable from many Beaver Creek residences.

Sonnenalp Club

Private

Unlimited golf, fitness, tennis, dining & pool

$60,000

$939/month (2026 Full Membership)

Yes – Full Membership waitlist

Singletree, Berry Creek

Jack Nicklaus-designed course. Singletree homeowners receive priority on the waitlist.

The Club at Cordillera

Private

Unlimited golf on Summit, Mountain & Valley Courses

Contact Club (not publicly published)

Contact Club

Varies by membership category

Cordillera

Four golf courses, Troon Privé reciprocal privileges, extensive fitness, dining and social programming.

Red Sky Golf Club

Private

Unlimited golf on Norman & Fazio courses

Signature: $75,000 (non-refundable)

Premier: $140,000 (50% refundable deposit)

Signature: $14,650/year

Premier: $12,600/year + $1,000 F&B minimum

Availability varies

Red Sky Ranch

Nationally recognized private club with exceptional practice facilities and amenities.

Frost Creek

Private Mountain Club

Unlimited golf plus outdoor recreation

Approximately $150,000 (current published entry-level golf membership)

Not publicly disclosed

Limited availability

Frost Creek

Luxury mountain club emphasizing golf, fly fishing, sporting clays, backcountry adventures and club lifestyle. Dues are provided directly through the membership office.