To the extent that historical press releases reference BMW Manufacturing Co. LLC as the manufacturer of certain X model vehicles the referenced vehicles are manufactured in South Carolina with a combination of U.S For updates during the 2024 BMW Championship Here you can see the webcast of the BMW Group Press Conference at the Auto Shanghai 2025 FOX21 News Colorado and other committee members look on as Australia’s Rob Pampling holds the trophy after winning the International at Castle Pines in Castle Rock kisses the trophy after winning The International at Castle Pines Country Club in Castle Rock FILE - Davis Love III holds the trophy after winning the International at Castle Pines FILE - Greg Norman watches his tee shot on the first hole during the third round of the International Golf Tournament at Castle Rock skip the tournament called the International who only showed up twice over 21 years and “Jack Vickers was an oil man — wildcatting the onetime Denver Post sports columnist who took a break from writing a few years after Vickers approached him under the big oak tree at the Masters in the 1980s and asked him to help put on the International he did everything he could to be unique,” Martin said Part of Vickers’ mission to stand apart involved using the modified Stableford scoring system Instead of measuring scores in relation to par nothing for pars and lost a point for bogey It was designed to entice players to take risks Rich Beem was done with his round after building a nine-point lead over Steve Lowery par-5 17th — a hole Nicklaus and Vickers designed with the intent of providing drama — went in which trimmed Beem’s lead to 1 point and made Lowery’s ensuing birdie putt on 18 something you wouldn’t see in a “normal” golf tournament and there was not going to be a playoff,” Beem said “I was standing there on top of the 18th green went on to beat Woods by one shot two weeks later in the PGA Championship Beem’s wins undercut one of the biggest complaints about the International: When it was held just before the PGA Championship difficult walk at altitude was no way to prepare for what was then the year’s final major “All you had to do was figure 10 percent in Denver and not 10 percent everywhere else,” Beem said in referring to the generally accepted notion that the ball flies that much farther at altitude “It never crossed my mind that you would struggle at a tournament after leaving here.” those who came to Castle Pines got the star treatment The staff knew every player’s favorite drink “The players would get out of their cars in their parking lot with their bags and they’d almost be tackled by one of the helpers,” Martin said the tournament’s Haagen Dazs bill reached $17,000 as players and their guests took down Castle Pines’ famed chocolate milkshakes faster than they could make them Vickers took up golf long before getting into the oil and gas business He dreamed of one day creating a western version of the Masters though Castle Pines certainly drew its fair share of big names he briefly thought about buying a house near the 10th fairway did not make Vickers’ course a draw for the man who overtook the sport in the late ’90s Since Woods arrived with his win at the Masters in 1997 there have been two kinds of tournaments in pro golf: those he plays in After a couple trips to Castle Pines in the late 1990s no matter how much Vickers and his friends asked as much as the frequent late-afternoon thunderstorms the tough walk and the altitude placed the International squarely among the second tier of tournaments the PGA Tour approached Vickers about moving to the first week in September and becoming part of its playoffs Vickers wanted nothing to do with challenging the first week of Broncos season and the NFL Another option was moving the tournament to early July Vickers floated the idea of a $10 million prize pool that would have been more than the tour was offering for its signature event “There’s not another tournament but maybe one or two that’s on our level,” he told Denver’s CBS-4 in 2007 “I am not going to be the proud proprietor of the second-best golf tournament.” Some saw it as more than a coincidence that the July date once offered to Vickers was where Woods’ own tournament became a fixture from 2007-18 in the Washington the $10 million prize purse he was floating in 2007 is only about $5 million less than what’s at stake at Castle Pines this week As a member of Augusta National and a good friend of Nicklaus it’s hard to know what Vickers would have thought of all the tumult — and money — Saudi-funded LIV Golf injected into the sport he loved What the International proved from 1986-2006 was that Vickers did not get into this game to pay homage to the status quo There were some great ideas whose times never came and were maybe too far ahead of their time in others.” Colorado – site of the 2024 BMW Championship which is serving as the second leg of the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup Playoffs – was designed by Jack Nicklaus and opened in 1981 Nicklaus and associate Jim Lipe renovated or restored each green in 2014 part of a larger renovation over a span of a decade that included significant changes to five holes on each side More: The PGA Tour hasn't been to Castle Pines since 2006. Here's what players are saying about it playing 8,130 yards Castle Pines will play to a par of 72 at 8,130 yards for the BMW Championship But with the course sitting at an altitude of some 6,200 feet above sea level and with 325 feet of elevation changes it will play shorter than the scorecard suggests Longtime Castle Pines general manager Keith Schneider says most players will see their shots travel 14 percent farther at that elevation depending on the type of shot and its trajectory Thanks to yardage books provided by PuttView – the maker of detailed yardage books for thousands of courses around the world – we can see exactly the challenges the players face this week The PGA Tour's second-longest hitter has been sending his drives a considerable distance in Colorado - with the increased altitude helping McIlroy produce incredible numbers Rory McIlroy was filmed smashing a drive over the top of Castle Pines' range netting on Tuesday as he prepares for a week of potentially record-breaking hitting at the FedEx Cup Playoffs' BMW Championship in Colorado The PGA Tour's second-longest hitter in 2024 - behind Cameron Champ who leads by almost two full yards - has averaged 319 yards so far this season but could be set to extend that number by some way following four days at 6,000 feet above sea level Castle Pines Golf Club's maximum measurement for its championship layout is 8,130 yards, marking it down as the longest course in PGA Tour history and exceeding the total TPC Colorado boasted during The Ascendant in July on the Korn Ferry Tour a variety of factors will ensure that players' shots travel further The general rule is that for every 1,000 feet of elevation a 300-yard drive should go about 332 yards McIlroy has already exhibited the science involved during his practice sessions booming a drive out the back of the range while also carrying a tee shot on the course 371 yards for a total of 378 Rory McIlroy hitting absolute bombs on the range at Castle Pines! Clearing the fence and then some. McIlroy always powerful with his driver and this week he's got altitude too 💯@BMWPGA @McIlroyRory #BMWCHAMPS pic.twitter.com/MO4JUrVpIbAugust 20, 2024 A video on social media showed the four-time Major winner also blasting drives 347 yards (362 total) and 341 yards (352 total) And in his press conference on Tuesday, ahead of a state homecoming for the Denver-born player, Wyndham Clark admitted you can "sometimes just hit one forever in Colorado." Subscribe to the Golf Monthly newsletter to stay up to date with all the latest tour news head-to-heads and buyer’s guides from our team of experienced experts He said: "I think everyone starting Thursday will have a good -- they'll feel comfortable with it we play a few events at altitude and have played them "The tough thing with elevation is it's not as consistent as sea level So if you hit your 7-iron always about 185 at sea level it can go 205 one shot and then 210 the next shot and then 200 the next shot There's a little inconsistency in the thin air and altitude depending on how high you hit it Rory McIlroy is carrying it 370 yards this week on the PGA Tour at 6,400 feet of elevation 😅pic.twitter.com/ZpSayNiVL2August 21, 2024 While McIlroy's focus will, of course, be on trying to improve his current FedEx Cup standing, he could also find himself in the top-10 longest drives in PGA Tour history if he can just fire one 455 yards or more at some point during competition Four of the record holders in that particular category produced their extraordinary shot at Kapalua's Plantation Course but monster drives can be taken elsewhere - especially with helpful conditions Commenting on the hilly nature of Castle Pines, which may lead to 400-yard drives, Patrick Cantlay believes it will be physically demanding on everyone involved as - even though fewer strikes will be required - players and their caddies still have to walk that extra distance The 2021 and 2022 BMW Champion said: "It's a longer walk There's going to be some tired caddies at the end of this week with the uphill and the downhill and the 8,100 yards but there are some serious climbs out there." He graduated from the University of Brighton with a degree in Sport Journalism in 2017 and spent almost five years as the sole sports reporter at his local newspaper Jonny has interviewed several stars of the game Jonny enjoys learning as much about the game as he can and recently reached his Handicap goal of 18 for the first time He attended both the 150th and 151st Open Championships and dreams of attending The Masters one day By The Associated PressWire Service Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley did his best to stay in range until making his first bogey of the week on the 18th hole at Castle Pines He still had a 68 and was in good position Texas Tech’s Ludvig Aberg also had a 63 and was four shots behind who already was 11 shots behind when he teed off Dallas’ Scottie Scheffler is in a tie for 29th at 1-under while Trinity Christian Academy grad Will Zalatoris and TCU product Tom Hoge are both in a tie for 10th at 4-under Sports RoundupGet the latest D-FW sports news analysis and opinion delivered straight to your inbox GoogleFacebookBy signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy who first played Castle Pines as a 20-year-old on a sponsor exemption for his first regular PGA Tour event had a certain freedom he hasn’t felt all year meaning he can play all the $20 million signature event next year instead of having to rely on sponsor exemptions A top finish would get him back to East Lake for the Tour Championship and assure him playing all the majors next year I just kind of wanted to keep moving in the right direction grind out and shoot under par and keep going that way,” he said I was thinking of how many birdies I can make “I feel like I really don’t have anything to lose this week,” he said I’m going to have a good schedule in the signature events next year Rory McIlroy — 10 shots back after a 71 — was so frustrated he tossed his 3-wood after a poor drive on the 17th and watched it bounce into the water Denny McCarthy was doing what he needed to get into the top 30 who advance to East Lake until a double bogey on two of the last five holes Strangest of all Friday was a leaderboard that ran 20 deep and still didn’t include the names Scottie Scheffler or Xander Schauffele Scheffler opened with a pair of birdies and his round started to go sideways with a double bogey when he went from the rough into the water to the drop zone to over the green Schauffele also opened with two birdies and was 3 under for his round until making four bogeys over his last six holes for a 73 “I wasn’t hitting it great and was kind of faking it around the property a little bit and it caught up to me,” Schauffele said different from the opening round when he said he had to work hard to turn through shots and then I was the first one to go bad and Xander came along,” he said Both were virtually assured of staying the top two seeds going into East Lake “It was funny walking down one of the first couple of holes “We were just fortunate that it was us today.” Alex Norman had another 68 and was five behind still plenty of work to catch Scott but in position to advance into the top 30 and reach East Lake for the first time in his career Players at the bottom with little chance of winning now have other concerns as it relates to the top 30 Justin Thomas opened 76-72 and was projected at No Jason Day was trying to recover from his opening 78 He shot 69 was still projected outside the top 30 riding good iron play and exceptional putting Only three of his nine birdies were inside the 10-foot range and he was only in trouble once on the par-3 fourth He hit a great flop shot to 6 feet and saved par Scott was playing so well he was tempted to take on the pin at the 18th for a 62 “Ten under sounded like it had a nice ring to it,” he said “But the old wise head on the shoulders said aim a little bit left and see if you can hole a long putt I can’t remember the last time I shot 63 out here.” Colorado you’ll find plenty of unique things to do and local spots to adventure This Douglas County town prides itself on its seclusion from the bustle of the big cities yet its convenient location between the state’s two largest metros Castle Rock resides about a thousand feet higher than Denver It boasts a lot of sunny days to get out and experience its attractions all year long Situated east of town on the edge of Colorado’s vast plains Castlewood Canyon is a beautiful state park that is popular among hikers The park can be accessed from the east or west The visitor center and many of the trails are located near the east entrance off State Highway 83 while the western entrance is more usually frequented by rock climbers Castlewood Canyon is home to several trails ranging in length from .5 to 4 miles so visitors of all capabilities can enjoy a hike Climbers should consider purchasing a detailed climbing guide at the Visitor Center before setting off but all pets must remain on a leash at all times but the park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset Spanning over 64,000 square feet, the Miller Activity Complex is an expansive recreation facility located within Philip S The perfect way to spend a day or afternoon the complex is home to a huge number of facilities including a lap pool Admission to the MAC includes most activities but there is an additional fee for the trampolines and batting cages but visitors 11 years and younger must be with a guardian at all times be sure to check out the large play structure that contains a 23-foot slide or enrolling in one of the facility’s fitness classes Located directly off of I-25, the Outlets at Castle Rock feature over 100 stores selling heavily discounted goods With the largest open-air outlets in Colorado visitors can shop for popular brands like Adidas consider signing up for Castle Rock’s Elite Savings Passbook this is a good way to save a little extra on the stores’ already discounted items the hike to Castle Rock’s namesake rock formation should be on all visitors’ itineraries From the trail’s high point at the base of Castle Rock visitors are greeted with panoramic views reaching as far as Pikes Peak but the uneven and steep terrain makes it moderately difficult Portable restrooms are available at the trailhead and overflow parking is available at Castle North Park Housed in a historical depot for the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad that was constructed in 1875, the Castle Rock Museum is dedicated to preserving and exhibiting the rich history of Castle Rock and the surrounding areas Permanent exhibits include one dedicated to the type of stone that built much of Castle Rock’s earliest buildings There’s also one describing the history of the Continental Divide Raceway and the museum is open Wednesday through Saturday each week Situated south of town in Larkspur, Sandstone Ranch is a 2,083-acre open space that features beautiful pastures dotted with bright sandstone formations Visitors can explore the space on 12 miles of trails that are open to hikers the Sandstone Meadow Trail Loop is a good choice for hikers and there’s even an option to add more mileage by extending the trip towards the park’s scenic Ranch Overlook and visitors can find portable restrooms at the trailhead so be sure to bring adequate water and sun protection and lucky visitors have the chance to see deer Philip S. Miller Park spans 300 acres and features an amphitheater Part of the trail system is Challenge Hill a smaller but still impressive version of Manitou’s famous incline Comprised of 200 steps that bring visitors 178 feet up this tough but worthwhile feat offers stunning views of Castle Rock and the Front Range from the top Visitors traveling with children should be sure to check out the park’s large Adventure Playground which is home to a 40-foot slide and plenty of play equipment and even a splash pad and outdoor fireplace to help visitors stay comfortable year-round Part of the expansive Philip S. Miller Park, The EDGE Ziplines & Adventures provides adventurous visitors with several activities including ziplining With ten zip lines spanning 2 miles and reaching top speeds of 50 mph participants can plan to spend approximately 3 hours working their way through the ziplines but all participants must weigh at least 70 pounds and no more than 250 Other popular adventures at EDGE are Sky Trek which is a 4-story ropes course featuring 110 elements to navigate Closed-toe shoes are required for all activities Be sure to arrive 30 minutes early to fill out the required waivers Castle Rock has some lovely landscaping surrounding it and rolling plains and foothills offering numerous vantage points This makes for excellent golf all summer long at several nearby courses Castle Rock is home to multiple public golf courses, and it’s within a short distance of some of the state’s best golf offerings. For those hoping to stay close to town, check out Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course an 18-hole course that has a full pro shop Further north is the Ridge at Castle Pines North a beautiful course with vistas reaching Mt and a full bar and grill are available at the course’s Park Place restaurant Another popular option is Bear Dance Golf Course Tee times for Bear Dance can be booked online Castle Rock gets a bit more weather each winter than Denver These are just some of the great things to do in Castle Rock Enjoy your visit to this unique destination William is a student studying English at Boston University Copyright © 2025 · Free Colorado Travel Guide | Vacations, Travel and Tourism · All Rights Reserved the city of Castle Pines is a quiet residential area that sits roughly 20 miles south of Denver Castle Pines offers a lot for active Colorado residents As of 2020, 11,036 people lived in this Douglas County town It sits at an elevation of 6,368 feet and offers great spaces to catch a sunset over the Rockies Castle Pines Village Square – In the village square visitors will find several restaurants and shops perfect for perusing on a Saturday afternoon Or if you are looking to take your food to go selling some of the finest meats and seafood in the Denver area Castle Pines Golf Club – The Castle Pines Golf Club is every golf lover’s dream and 360-degree views of classic Colorado landscape Guest access is only allowed via a member of the golf club The Ridge at Castle Pines – As one of Colorado’s premier golf courses The Ridge at Castle Pines offers visitors an award-winning course with spacious fairways Enjoy a full bar and grill at Park Place at the Ridge Public Parks – Several outdoor spaces such as Elk Ridge Park and nearby access to Daniels Gate Park offer opportunities to bike Apr – Egg Scramble – A local golf course hosts an egg hunt for children aged 0-11 and a visit from the Easter Bunny to celebrate the day Apr – Community Garage Sale – The Chamber of Commerce organizes this two-day community event that you can choose to sell at or simply browse to find some good deals May-Aug – Food Truck Thursday – Each Thursday from the end of May to mid-August two food trucks will park at Elk Ridge Park for community members to gather and enjoy Jun – SMASH Fine Arts Festival – A two-day festival filled with local artists showing off their creations There will also be live piano and violin music Jul – Summerstage – A celebration of summertime Aug – Vino in the Village – Over 60 wines and food pairings from local restaurants will be at this 3-hour ticketed event there will also be plenty of whiskey tastings and live entertainment to enjoy as well Aug – Party in the Park – Say goodbye to summer with this one-day event in Elk Ridge Park and fun activities to keep you entertained Oct – Fall Fest – The perfect fall event complete with a pumpkin patch Dec – Tree Lighting – Holiday festivities start early in Castle Pines with a tree lighting festival and firework show at The Ridge Golf Course While there are no hotels in Castle Pines, check out these options in nearby Castle Rock and Lone Tree Visit the town’s official page Colorado is home to some of the best public golf courses in America Three Colorado courses are featured on GolfDigest's 2023-24 list of America's 100 greatest public golf courses but the Centennial State has so much more to offer on the links From historic courses where professionals compete to laid-back environments with scenic views of the Rocky Mountains Colorado provides everything an avid (or novice) golf fan could want Here are the top 10 public golf courses in Colorado Each of these courses allow public access in some form whether it be standard daily green fees or by staying at an affiliated hotel Located between Denver and Colorado Springs with an average elevation of 6,800 feet, Bear Dance is consistently ranked as one of Colorado’s best and most challenging public golf courses The course features wide fairways lined with large Ponderosa pines and stunning views of the Front Range There are 753 acres of mountainous terrain which offers a picture-perfect view of Pikes Peak from the tee box TPC Colorado, BerthoudSituated along the Little Thompson River, approximately halfway between Fort Collins and Denver, TPC Colorado sits on highlands where the Great Plains intersects the Rocky Mountains The 18-hole championship course provides a challenge for PGA Tour players while simultaneously giving recreational golfers an opportunity to play at any length they prefer TPC Colorado is the host of an annual Korn Ferry Tour golf tournament and the only PGA Tour-managed golf course in the state Northern Colorado golf: Ranking NoCo public courses from cheapest to most expensive CommonGround is located just 20 minutes from the heart of Denver, offering majestic views of the Front Range mountains. The course's vision is "to provide everyone in the state with a first-class environment in which to comfortably learn, enjoy and support this amazing game and all that it offers," according to its website Its strategic design maximizes the experience for golfers at all levels Stunning views of snow-capped Mount Werner can be seen from many of the 18 holes at Haymaker. The 233-acre links-style course with wide open fairways was rated as the No. 1 "mountain golf course" by Colorado Avid Golfer in 2023 Haymaker was created out of vast ranchland and rock piles Red Sky Golf Club (Norman), WolcottThere are two 18-hole courses (one designed by Greg Norman and the other by Tom Fazio) separated by a ridgeline at Red Sky Golf Club. The 7,580-yard Norman course checks in at No. 75 on GolfDigest's 2023-24 list of America's 100 greatest public golf courses Positioned on an old sheep ranch with long-range views of the Rockies beautiful Vail Valley sunsets silhouette Castle Peak in the distance RainDance National, WindsorRainDance National is the longest golf course in North America, offering resort-style play. Opened in July 2022, the 8,400-yard, 18-hole golf course is located along the Poudre River (about an hour north of Denver) and features 250 feet of elevation changes Various sets of tee boxes challenge players at all levels along the Front Range The companion to Norman, Fazio's design at Red Sky is the No 68-ranked golf course on GolfDigest's top 100 list Dramatic Rocky Mountain landscapes and views of Vail's Back Bowls are the backdrop for this 7,116-yard course Players of all skill levels navigate around a highland lake and elaborate bunkers The Broadmoor's East track is the top-ranked golf course in Colorado by GolfDigest for 2023-24. It was the highest golf course in America at 6,400 feet of elevation when it opened in 1918 (expanded in 1965). Built in the Cheyenne Mountain foothills of Colorado Springs, the East course is known for its wide More than one-third of the property's 500 acres is dedicated to 18 holes of world-class golf When you write a Golf Advisor course review now through December 31 your review will be entered into Golf Advisor’s Rate to Escape: Maui Sweepstakes for a chance to win a five-star trip to Maui One Grand Prize winner and guest will travel in an AVIS rental car for six nights/ seven days of accommodations with the latest gear from OGIO to play on the finest fairways in Maui We’re also giving away 12 Golf Advisor Swag bags to lucky reviewers Venture to the Colorado Rocky Mountains to take on Tom Weiskopf's The Ridge at Castle Pines North one of the Denver area's most memorable golf experiences mile-high air and Weiskopf's superb style of golf course architecture The Ridge at Castle Pines North winds up and down the Rocky Mountain foothills and features exciting Show up to your tee time early as this Troon-managed facility features excellent amenities and golf course conditions rest up at the nearby TownePlace Suites by Marriott an extended-stay hotel in Lone Tree with fully equipped kitchens and cruise the scenic Colorado highways in your Avis rental car included in this 2-round * Price varies by travel dates and is based on double occupancy The property will be one of the only rental options in the community and are expected to deliver in summer 2023 BMC Investments’ partner on the project is Rockpoint a premier real estate private equity firm headquartered in Boston with additional offices in San Francisco The project kicks off a larger programmatic partnership between BMC and Rockpoint focused on BMC’s Suburban Attainable Housing strategy “Canyonside Apartments is just the first in our broader Suburban Attainable Housing strategy focused on development of build-to-rent multifamily single-family and townhomes in a master-planned community setting,” said Jeff Stonger chief investment officer of BMC Investments “We have in excess of $1B in the pipeline for this platform and are excited to execute on this together with our partner Lead architect for Canyonside Apartments is Craine Architecture with construction being handled by Crossland Construction Company. Landscape architecture is being performed by Sage Design Group and interior design by Style Works The multifamily community will consist of 14 three- and four-story apartment buildings offering one- two- and three-bedroom residences featuring high-end finishes and smart technology Amenities include a clubhouse; spacious fitness center with dedicated yoga studio; flexible work from home spaces; a pet spa and dog park; private bicycle storage; and a resident bike and ski repair room – all surrounding a stunning resort-style pool and private pool house with indoor and outdoor entertaining space and thoughtful integration of the outdoor space Canyonside Apartments will provide an unrivaled living experience in south suburban Denver,” said Stonger “Canyonside Apartments will cater to those seeking reprieve from more densely populated urban locations specifically families seeking access to high-quality education young professionals that crave Colorado’s celebrated outdoor lifestyle and empty nesters looking for more space within a peaceful setting.” The community is located 20 minutes from the Colorado Foothills dining and entertainment options for residents The apartments–and the broader master planned community–highlight Colorado’s celebrated outdoor lifestyle and features direct access to an extensive 30-mile trail network as well as Reuter-Hess Reservoir which allows fishing “We are proud to have the distinctive BMC/Rockpoint team implementing the first high quality rental development project within Canyonside at Castle Pines,” said Mary Hart project coordinator for North Canyons Development Company Opus has broken ground on Catalyst Industrial a new 188,054-square-foot Class A speculative industrial development on 14.26 acres located at 15030 E Each year during National Preservation Month Historic Denver opens the doors for the public to nominate the people and projects CASTLE ROCK, Colo. -- Its zip code is prestigious, but there is no little brother syndrome at The Ridge at Castle Pines North one of the top public golf facilities in Colorado 
Located around the corner from private Castle Pines Golf Club which hosted the PGA Tour's International from 1986 through 2006 semi-private experience at another one of the state's top facilities was designed by Tom Weiskopf and is set on high Most golfers will drool a little at some of the real estate that is located beside fairways; though thankfully as playing corridors are plenty wide so as to showcase a natural side of the Rockies foothills The golf course plays a par 71 with five par 3s and four par 5s as the front side plays north of Castle Pines Parkway and features holes that are more exposed on high ground overlooking the surrounding area The back nine plays to the south and within some denser pockets of trees inviting fairways welcome golfers on the opening two holes and most others But the most appetizing drive is the par-4 calls for a little more precision in spots which plays gently downhill through a corridor or ponderosa pines anchors a back side on the Ridge that definitely takes the round up a notch removing the more wide-open spaces of the front nine for playing corridors set deeper into ponderosa pines and rolling terrain downhill par 3s on the back are offset by the uphill par-3 17th that plays to a green set just below some of the property's most dramatic rock outcroppings The view from the green are even better than the tee To make up for a shorter yardage than the front nine "On the Rocks," is named so because the tee boxes sit atop the very rocks that frame the 17th -- or maybe it's a reminder that the 19th hole is about 400 yards away 

The Ridge at Castle Pines North has a safe seat at the table of the Denver-area's best public golf courses (Golf Magazine's 2012 ranking lists it at No.7 public in Colorado) One of Weiskopf's best assets as a designer is that most of his greens are easily reachable by shorter hitters The course's main defense is the slope in the greens and big bunkers the facility boasts a fantastic clubhouse restaurant Around the corner from the first tee is an enormous practice area with a driving range and numerous practice greens conditions are superb and so is the service both inside the clubhouse and from the gals out running the beverage cart Have you ever driven by a gate outside a home and wondered let's go behind the gates at an estate in Castle Pines North This 5,964-square foot home sits on a five-acre estate The home is for sale for $1,599,000 and the listing from LIV Sotheby's International Realty says it's a one-of-a-kind home with a contemporary flare The front door opens to an open floor plan where you can see all the way back to the kitchen and up to the second floor This home is flooded with light and has solar-powered skylights gourmet kitchen with doors to the back patio Here's another view that shows more of the cabinets and just above that leather chair on the far right is a fireplace This room is also open to the second floor And just steps away from the dining room is.. You'll notice the stairs feature custom railings The second floor features an open floor plan with lots of windows.. With a master bath that includes heated floors There's also an impressive laundry room that looks bigger than most bedrooms in many homes The home has large decks and patio spaces and two meditation gardens Here's one of the decks off the second floor Thank you to LIV Sotheby's International Realty for these photos. Learn more about the home at 360 West Oakwood Lane on LIV Sotheby's International Realty's website Sign up for Denver7 email alerts to stay informed about breaking news and daily headlines Or, keep up-to-date on the latest news and weather with the Denver7 apps for iPhone/iPads, Android and Kindle Or, keep up-to-date by following Denver7 on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Advertise • Subscribe • Contact The Golf Wire As the nation perseveres through the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic True Spec is taking additional safety precautions to observe social distancing recommendations while providing its industry-leading custom club fitting experience While True Spec has always had cleaning and sanitation processes at every studio the Denver location is implementing additional steps to ensure customers and employees are safe This includes a temporary appointment-only policy In appreciation of the heroes who have been bravely managing the front lines of the pandemic True Spec is offering free 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find him Alexander Gratrix is a developmentally delayed 15-year-old boy who was last seen via surveillance camera in Castle Pines North at 8 a.m a spokesperson with the sheriff’s office said in a news release the Douglas County Sheriff's Office said scent hounds were called in to help track Gratrix They believe he may still be in the area because a dog was able to pick up a "hot track" in a heavily wooded area in Castle Pines Village They're also using drones at night to help in their search He was reported missing from his home in the 1000 block of Cypress Way in Castle Pines on Thursday at approximately 11:21 p.m Alexander is 5-foot-6-inches tall with a thin build and has brown hair and eyes He was last seen wearing a blue hat with Hawaiian designs grey athletic shorts and black high-top shoes the Douglas County Sheriff's Office asked that anyone who sees Gratrix to call 911 They've received several calls about seeing him but the messages have been left on their tip line This website 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In Denver there is a wealth of publicly accessible golf courses to play throughout the metro area outdoor-lover's playground and golf is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors When you think about the general oversupply that the U.S golf market has experienced in the 21st century Denver has been a relatively robust golf market Tee times are tough to come by at popular courses in the summertime despite the fact there are 70-plus area courses to choose from despite the fact there are very few true golf resorts here The Denver area has a reputable municipal/non-profit golf scene thanks to not only the City of Denver facilities but the Colorado Golf Association and neighboring municipalities City Park Golf Course will reopen following a multi-year renovation One of the more unique perks about public golf here is that caddies can be booked at a handful of the public courses thanks to subsidized programs (all you pay is the tip) - you don't have to go to a private club or resort course for the service From a golf course architecture perspective many headliners have area public designs you can play So where are the best Denver courses to play on your Colorado golf vacation Debating the best golf courses in Denver can be tricky because locals and tourists are bound to have different expectations mountain scenery might not be as important as a strong layout at a good value near their home But golfers visiting Colorado can tolerate green fees priced higher if the scenery and shot values are superb I'm approaching this list from the perspective of a traveler more so than a local I haven't personally played every golf course in the market but have sought out expert knowledge and our GolfPass community to fill the gaps Want insight from locals? Check out these GolfPass Local Advisors in Colorado: There isn't a more uniquely scenic mountain course than Arrowhead and the fact it's so close to a major metro area in Littleton is a gift to golf travelers in the early 1970s and it's much shorter and tactical at just 6,700 yards (par 70) than its many modern mountain golf neighbors Big-swingers may crave more length and prefer TPC Colorado instead the first impression when you walk out of the clubhouse and see the slanted These formations large and small are present both as a backdrop and literally right next to greens tees and fairways from the 1st to 18th holes with elevated tee shots kicking off both nines an epic par-5 16th hole that reveals long views once you crest the fairway and highlighted by a fine collection of five par 3s Arrowhead is an immensely popular course for tourists and casual golfers which can lead to some long rounds as the day wears on this is one of those places where spending a few minutes on a tee box gazing around in awe isn't the worst thing Arrowhead's "walk in the park test" comes up aces Wellshire Golf Course: Denver's municipal system has eight facilities and the most well-known of the courses is Wellshire Golf Course a rare Donald Ross design in the west and a former Denver Open Invitational host Golf groups staying in the city should carve out some time to walk this classic in between the many modern mountain layouts this Littleton-area course in a residential community comes with lots of elevation changes and long views Dedicated open space on the south side provide some solitude and views The course is near Castle Pines and a little cheaper green fee than the Ridge Course low-handicappers will want a crack at Colorado National home course of Colorado University and tips out at 7,676 yards (six sets of tees plus two combo sets) Deer Creek Golf Club: A sneaky-scenic course along the front range Deer Creek was designed by Scott Miller and has excellent walking rates during the week Architect Art Schaupeter built both blowout bunkers and sod-walled pots There are also some odes to classic architecture such as a Biarritz green and a drivable par 4 inspired by Riviera The mountain west is where Jim Engh designs has built a roster of his imaginative brand of golf course architecture Just a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver the City of Golden commissioned Engh to lay out a course within an old quarry and the results at Fossil Trace are quite remarkable The opening par 5 heads downhill around an old chimney and winds up and down rolling open land The back nine has a seriously cool stretch of holes in the quarry capped with one of the most memorable holes anywhere: the par-5 12th that requires playing over and around mighty rock formations Convenience to the urban core and a green fee lower than other A-listers bumps Fossil Trace up a few spots The vast majority of Colorado golf resorts are on the other side of the continental divide in Summit County or about 75 minutes south along the front range in Colorado Springs However within about 30 minutes of downtown in Broomfield is the Omni Interlocken Resort optmimally-conditioned resort golf designed by Gary Panks that opened in 1999 It offers public access and dynamic pricing and according to Golf Advisor reviews That it's right off a highway in a bustling suburb is a little misleading: it's a quiet and homes-free 27-hole layout and has been ranked a Top 5 course in the state by Golf Advisor reviewers from 2015-2019 One of the better daily-fee courses in the area is nearly an hour south of town in Larkspur on the front range Bear Dance is a textbook mountain course (no chance walking it) with rolling holes cut through dense woods in a very lightly-built-out residential development is delightful with holes cut through dense corridors as well and expansive vistas and what goes down must come up: there are some tough uphill holes A favorite photo opp is the bear paw bunkers guard the drivable par-4 6th hole but the back nine has some even prettier mountain and butte views tucked well away from the highway The Ridge at Castle Pines North is the Troon-golf managed semi-private option in the famed Castle Pines (of former The International fame) development south of Denver As the centerpiece of a residential community which is the only thing holding it back from a spot in the top two or three spots Here's another Denver-area course on the opposite side of the mountain range but gets the most out of its canvas and has very competitive green fees and walking rates available for those who head northeast of town one of two 18-hole courses at the facility is a highly reputable Pete and Perry Dye design void of residential development set near the South Platte River CommonGround is one of your best bets to play an affordable Tom Doak design The course is east of town in Aurora on a pretty featureless site so it's Doak's shaping and design - and the distant mountains less so - that makes it a memorable stop It's also the home of the Solich Academy that offers junior caddies Green Valley Ranch has a Perry Dye-designed championship course and a 9-hole par-3 course The property has a linksy feel with few trees that lends itself to windy conditions It's a walkable course with a First Tee caddie or forecaddie program where all you pay is the tip One of the market's newer residential courses (2007) Todd Creek is a convenient facility to the airport and was built by Arthur Hills & Chris Wilczynski It's a wide open and links-inspired layout that can play over 7,400 yards It culminates dramatically with the 17th and 18th holes hugging a large pond It's flat and technically walkable but holes are pretty spaced out 8,9,10) and played Arrowhead today and love Fossil Trace I think Red Hawk Ridge should be in the Top 10 it's a great layout that is always in good shape but for some reason the greens have never been the best when we play there Also recently played Heritage Eagle Bend in Aurora and enjoyed that probably should be an honorable mention at least next time you're out this way you need to get on the Air Force Academy courses designed their Blue course and it's phenomenal have heard wonderful things about the Air Force courses Everyone has an opinion and I have not golfed all of these but... Going to include these you might as well go up into the mountains and consider Hiwan (private but you can get on just as easy as Castle Pines Inverness down in the DTC which is another great area course that you can play as easy as Castle Pines) Best public course in the Denver area by a landslide each nine of a different challenging aesthetic Just a prairie and make sure to pack rocks in your pockets so you do not get blown away this is no different than Park Hill other than the neighborhood is nicer We used to take off early on Fridays and run down to Wellshire because we could play in three hours it is so banal We used to go here (before its name change) for the same reason Banal course with rarely any technical aspects to it and notorious for horrendously slow play it is so packed We used to bring hackeysacks so we would have something to do while standing on the tee for 10 minutes at a time Raccoon Creek is a better option than many of these listed here Harped on you so will also give you props for #1 Guess you could not get Dave Linigar to let you on The Sanctuary I approached the list from the mindset of a tourist so in that regard driving 50 mins or so in either direction for a remarkable public experience isn't a big deal and privates aren't considered Next time I'm in Denver you can hook me up at The Sanctuary Dave Liniger has no idea who I am so you will have to work on getting to The Sanctuary on your own I did go to a Randy Travis benefit concert at the Sanctuary something like 15 years ago just so I could SEE the course People Liniger allows on the course do not rub elbows with the likes of me DENVER — The multi-day snowstorm that pounded Colorado will likely be written down in the November record books after some parts of the state recorded more than 4 feet of snow accumulation The system that slowly pushed its way through the state earlier this week dumped more than 19 inches of snow in parts of Denver over the past three days, according to the National Weather Service The southeast area of the state was the hardest hit with 54.9 inches recorded in the San Isabel area in the past 72 hours Here are the latest 72-hour snow totals reported to the National Weather Service as of Saturday: Scroll down to see 24-hour snow reports from Colorado ski resorts and the latest Colorado snowpack report A-Basinhttps://www.arapahoebasin.com/snow-report/ Copper Mountainhttps://www.coppercolorado.com/the-mountain/conditions-weather/snow-report Eldorahttps://www.eldora.com/the-mountain/conditions-weather/current-conditions-forecast Keystonehttps://www.keystoneresort.com/the-mountain/mountain-conditions/snow-and-weather-report.aspx Loveland Ski Areahttps://skiloveland.com/snow-report Purgatory https://www.purgatory.ski/mountain/weather-conditions-webcams/ Steamboat https://www.steamboat.com/the-mountain/mountain-report Winter Parkhttps://www.winterparkresort.com/the-mountain/mountain-report Wolf Creek Ski Areawolfcreekski.com/wcs-snow-report/ To view the Denver snowfall statistics infographics in fullscreen mode click this link. Click here to watch the Denver7 live weather stream Southbound I-25 at Castle Pines Parkway closed Tuesday morning due to a crash involving a semi truck Eric Hurst with South Metro Fire Rescue confirmed to Denver7 The semi spilled diesel fuel across the highway #I25 southbound: Road closed due to safety concerns between Exit 188 - Castle Pines Parkway and Exit 184 - CO 86; US 85. All traffic must exit at Castle Pines Pkwy. https://t.co/wTfn2Qu9ER All drivers must exit the highway at Castle Pines Parkway while crews work to clear the crash and clean up the spill CDOT said in a post on the social media site X Get mountain top views without having to climb a mountain at Daniel’s Park in Sedalia best known for its bison herd and sunset mountain views is part of a 12,000-acre open space and the Denver Mountain Park system Bounded on the edge of Highlands Ranch to the north and Castle Pines to the east the park is popular for those living along the southern half of the Front Range From hiking and biking to bison viewing and beautiful views there is plenty of fun packed into this small park Listed on the National Register of Historic Places Daniel’s Park is home to historic ranch buildings and is said to be the site where Kit Carson himself made his last campfire in 1868 the park still showcases its history with several buildings – the red barn and silo- representative of early 20th century rural architecture Daniels Park Road was called the first Territorial Road that led travelers from south of Denver to Colorado Springs Daniel’s Park is one of the best spots for sunsets in Denver and mountain-top views of Colorado’s Front Range Vista views from the park are enjoyed as it is perched high above the Front Range expanding as far as the eye can see – from the tip of Pike’s Peak to Long’s Peak and beyond Cityscapes of downtown Denver’s skyline and the Denver Tech Center appear as tiny pin drops amongst the expansive views of the entire Front Range there is plenty to do and see at Daniel’s Park Biking/Hiking Trails – While the park does not have an extensive trail system Walk as little as 0.2 miles or as far as 5.4 miles along the park’s trail system The park’s trail starts at the Shelter House and extends to atop of the bluff and eventually connecting with the Douglas County East/West Trail Bison herd – Daniel’s Park is home to Denver’s second bison herd The existing herd at the well-known Genesee Park became too large Roughly 20 bison were relocated to Daniel’s Park and today the herd roams the 800+ acres set aside for the residents A large fence line protects visitors from the bison but makes up-close viewing possible The bison herd is one of the main reasons this park sees so many visitors Tip: while the bison can be viewed from both sides of the road they typically are found grazing in the area of the park directly across from the street from the Shelter House Tallbull Memorial Grounds – The Tallbull Memorial Grounds is an exclusive ceremonial site with several Indian organizations The section of the park is fenced off and gated and is only open to the public during Native American powwows There is an annual powwow that is held every Labor Day weekend for the public to attend take I-25 south and take the exit for the Castle Pines Parkway (exit 188) Turn right on to Monarch Blvd and continue on Grigs Road until it intersects with Daniel’s Park Road The main parking area is found near the intersection of Grigs Road and Daniel’s Park Road Website: douglas.co.us/dcoutdoors/parks/daniels-park [sc name=”ad-activity-bottom”] Are you dreaming of a home with lots of open space A designated historic site named the Pretty Woman Ranch is for sale in Douglas County This unique property in Castle Pines North not only features 53 acres of picturesque green pastures and Rocky Mountain and Pikes Peak views -- it's surrounded by 4,000 acres of historic open space The home features an estate with seven bedrooms There is also an equestrian training facility But let's go inside the 9,990-square foot estate home The front door opens to a grand foyer with towering stone walls The gourmet chef's kitchen features lots of counter space lots of sun and take a look below at the other end of the kitchen.. sitting area and fireplace in the open kitchen area That dining area has a double set of French doors that open to the patio and fields there's a large pantry to make sure you have plenty of storage formal dining room and this billiard room with space to add more games This room features just one of the home's five fireplaces and showcases the imported wood beams and wood floors that are throughout the home There are seven bedrooms -- we're nicknaming this one the yellow bedroom Maybe we should call this the white or blue bedroom And here's another formal room with a fireplace features front and back stone patios and a four-car garage The real estate listing with LIV Sotheby's International Realty says "Enjoy the privacy of secluded living while being only minutes from shopping award-winning golf courses and the highway And only 15 minutes to Centennial Executive Airport and 25 minutes to Downtown Denver." The estate is listed at $8,999,000. Learn more on the LIV Sotheby's website DENVER -- The Denver area is known for its prestigious private clubs: Cherry Hills Country Club (host of the 2012 U.S Amateur and former PGA Championship venue) Colorado Golf Club (host of the 2010 Senior PGA Championship) and the state's top-ranked course and former home of The International on the PGA Tour But residents or visitors without a membership can still find a great golf experience The metro area's public scene offers tremendous diversity from scenic plays to tournament-worthy layouts If you want to entertain clients or enjoy some of the best area layouts with your friends start at one of these high-end public facilities Green fees top out at about $130 but in many cases can be half that Managed by Troon Golf and designed by Tom Weiskopf, The Ridge at Castle Pines North delivers a first-rate private club-worthy golf experience from the bag drop to the 19th hole rolling fairways and plenty of elevated tee shots and the final two holes play along dramatic rock outcroppings has a gorgeous patio area that offers views of the 18th hole as well as the surrounding area is enormous and range balls come with your green fee Unquestionably metro Denver's most scenic golf experience, Arrowhead Golf Club boasts a 40-year-old Robert Trent Jones Sr design set among 300-million-year-old sandstone rock in Roxborough State Park a favorite venue for weddings and banquets which features a backdrop of dozens of jagged formations There's plenty more scenery and wildlife on this golf course Just north of Denver, semi-private Colorado National Golf Club boasts a stern 7,676-yard test worthy enough to be the home course of the Colorado University golf team and host NCAA tournaments the course rolls up and down the front range on 232 acres and offers five sets of tees if you're not a big-hitting college kid Formerly a TPC venue that played host to the Champions Tour, Plum Creek Golf Club in Castle Rock boasts a challenging Pete Dye design to go along with a facility originally designed to host professional golfers and local members Also located in the upscale community of Castle Rock, the Jim Engh-designed Red Hawk Ridge delivers long views from its high ground Located on Highway 36, the road toward the Rockies foothills between Denver and Boulder, the 27-hole Omni Interlocken Resort Golf Club delivers resort course-worthy service and amenities for guests and locals an extensive practice area and Fairways Bar & Grill make it a top northwest area splurge it's just about an hour or so drive over the continental divide to Summit County this world-class ski destination is also home to a handful of refreshing In Silverthorne, Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks It features a 300-foot elevation change on one hole and mountain views and wildlife are abundant including an eagle's nest on the third hole Both offer non-resort play and dazzle with mountain scenery