Tahoe City Golf Course was established in 1917 and was designed by May “Queenie” Dunn Hupfel, where she served as pro and manager. As a favorite pastime of the wealthy golf came into its own in the early years of the 20th Century, as did the Tahoe Tavern. A railroad spur line brought guests of the Tahoe Tavern to Tahoe City, thus a portion of the Tavern’s extensive holdings was set aside for a golf course. First built as a 6-holer with sand greens, the Tavern links became nine holes and 2,700 yards in 1926, a status which later development of surrounding property obliged it to maintain permanently.

Through several sales of the Tahoe Tavern, its outlying and separately deeded parcels were divvied up among the partners. Thus the Golf Course became the property of Gordon and Pat Hyde. The large partnership in which they were involved sold to Carl Bechdolt, Jr. and wife Elsie in 1948. It has since remained in the Bechdolt family.

Tahoe City Golf Course was host to big money games in the fifties, including such names of old time players as Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, the Mills Brothers, Ken Venturi, Harvey Ward, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Andy Williams.

Come feel for yourself the rich history of the Tahoe City Golf Course. Tee off where the Rat Pack did, imagine putting on greens of sand, experience the hospitality of the staff of the Tahoe City Golf Course.

9 holes, par 33, 2700 yards. Casual breakfast and lunch, full bar.

TCPUD is investing $2.1 Million to replace Tahoe City Golf Course’s aging irrigation system in 2025. The irrigation system at Tahoe City Golf Course has been in place since 1976, well beyond the typical 30-year lifespan for mountain environments. Thanks to ongoing maintenance, it has lasted longer than expected, but it’s time for a full replacement.

The new system will be more water efficient, have improved turf coverage, and provide a better golf experience for customers.

The course is open for the season, but golfers can expect temporary hole closures. Daily green fees will be reduced depending on the number of holes closed on a given day.