Resort · 18 Holes

Fossil Trace Golf Club

3050 Illinois Street, Golden, Colorado

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About Fossil Trace Golf Club

Fossil Trace Golf Club, located in Golden, Colorado, offers a unique golfing experience with its rich prehistoric history and stunning views of the Rocky Mountain Front Range. Opened in 2003, the course features large, undulating fairways and greens, complemented by challenging bunkers and the natural beauty of the surrounding foothills. Golfers can explore the course's...

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Green Fees

Late Day 18 Holes$135
Twilight 18 Holes$110
9 Holes$55

Rates are approximate and from public sources — confirm current pricing with the course.

Facilities

Club Amenities

Motor Cart
Pull Cart
Club Rental
Club Fitting
Pro Shop
Golf Lessons
Driving Range
Putting Green
Chipping Green
Practice Bunker
Restaurant
Reception Hall
Lodging On Site

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What People Say

4.5/5
Google · 430 reviews
In summary

Fossil Trace Golf Club in Golden, CO is highly praised for its stunning scenery, unique and challenging course layout, and well-maintained greens. The staff is frequently noted for their friendliness and helpfulness, and the club offers excellent amenities, including a well-stocked pro shop and quality food options. However, some visitors have mentioned issues with slow pace of play and limited driving range availability.

7 months ago
I golfed here thinking the scenery would be the selling point. The layout of the course is what blew me away. Such a fun and entertaining layout.
— A James
a week ago
I went to the driving range, and instead of opening up a few of the areas for people to hit balls, they reserved half of the driving range for tee times, even though only a couple of people were using the reserved area. They made people wait to hit balls instead of opening up the range.
— Brett Brown
a year ago
One of my favorite places to golf in Colorado. Amazing views, challenging holes, great location, and always a great time. All the staff working there are friendly and extremely helpful. I have golfed at this course maybe a handful of times but I will always be back. It is a must go to golf course if your are in Colorado.
— Micah Osieczanek
a year ago
This was the last course for our scout trip for our fall golf tournament this year. This was not my first time playing here so I wanted to bring my buddies here for consideration to add to our tournament rotation. To say they errr impressed would be an understatement. However being from out of town and not having a group large enough to reserve the whole course has been difficult to to do post COVID from what we have experienced in recent years. We will be bringing a group from all over the country again only this time to the Denver area. The course was in amazing shape. The greens were rol…
— Jeremy Baran
6 months ago
In October 2025, I was a participant along with several other veterans under the PGA Hope program at Fossil Trace. Nick and Mat were our instructors for the 3-week course. The course, the clubhouse, Pro Shop, and instruction were outstanding. I returned in late November for a round of golf with family members. The course is challenging, stunning, and well-maintained. The expertise of both Nick and Mat as PGA-certified instructors made the experience most noteworthy. Fossil Trace Golf Club is an outstanding public golf course, and I will make it my go-to course for golf; I highly recommend the…
— Donald W
a year ago
INCREDIBLE! If you enjoy golf and you’re visiting or live near fossil trace you must go. The course is so beautiful and has unique challenges. Also if you’re there early grab a breakfast burrito before you head out and then a bison brat at the turn, both are delicious.
— Ryan Pletsch
a year ago
What a wonderful and challenging course. Incredible views, but get used to not seeing the flag. :) Water hazards were almost fun. I haven't spent this much time "on the beach" in years. Not my best score, but an incredibly fun round of golf. Definitely up for a repeat visit.
— Dave Purscell
a year ago
Golf course is crazy awesome. Beautiful, unique holes. 5 stars Food & Beverage, though, is not good. Extremely limited menu combined with lowkey meh service attitude. 1 star
— Charles Clawson
10 months ago
Unbelievable course! Very unique. Top notch carts, awesome swag in the pro shop, and greens are immaculate. I’ll definitely be back.
— Pasamonte Hunts
2 years ago
Hands down the best golf course in Colorado. Book your tee time and go. I play here almost every Wednesday and it is always in impeccable shape. Challenging holes with stunning views. You’re in for an absolute treat here. The 19th hole offers an open covered patio in which you can take in all the views of the course and mountain range. Their food menu has a wide variety for everyone and their cooks elevate it to a high quality restaurant level. This course also offers a large putting green area with separate chipping area. Book it today and thank me later.
— Mark Jacobsma
2 years ago
I visited from out of town and we decided to play a winter round for their twilight hours. I was shocked at how beautiful these greens were! Somehow I feel like a pro putter now. It was such a great experience and I will definitely be going home chatting it up to all my friends and family. Can’t wait to come back!
— Victoria Heft
3 years ago
Fantastic course! Must play if you're near Denver. All holes were interesting and with five par-5s and five par-3s you get plenty of scoring opportunities. #1 is a good indication of what's to come -- downhill par-5 with a chimney incinerator in the fairway. Signature hole is #12, a par-5 with a huge rock wall on the left and 3 large boulder/rock mounds in the fairway about 100 yards from the green. Several fossils are displayed beside the green. Course was in great shape, greens rolling fast. Staff is fantastic, GPS carts, grass range. I give it all the thumbs up and can't wait to return!
— Colin Cushing

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