The Valley Club in Hailey, Idaho, is a private Tom Fazio design, opened in 1996 and ranked 25th in Idaho by Top 100 Golf Courses. This 27-hole, par-36 course (North/South/West nines) spans 7,102 yards with a course rating of 72.5 and a slope of 136, set in the Wood River Valley with Sawtooth Mountain views. Featuring a luxurious clubhouse, dining, and practice facilities, it offers an exclusive retreat. Its rolling fairways and strategic bunkering blend seamlessly with the high-desert landscape, providing a scenic, upscale experience.
**How It Plays**: The Valley Club’s three nines offer varied challenges, with fairways flanked by sagebrush and bunkers requiring accurate drives. The greens are fast and contoured, demanding precise approach shots to avoid three-putts. The par-4 South 7th, with its elevated green, tests distance control, while the par-5s provide birdie opportunities for strategic players. High-altitude ball flight aids distance, but wind and subtle slopes add difficulty. The course’s flexibility and scenic beauty make it a rewarding test for skilled members.