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Best for Outdoor Pursuits
There is something primally satisfying and wholly exhilarating about being out in nature, whether fishing, hiking, biking or kayaking. Life is simpler out in the wilderness, a universal appeal that makes these outdoor pursuits so popular for so many residents of private golf communities. And with so many developers looking at the expanses of land out West, there are more opportunities than ever for outdoor enthusiasts to pursue their passions.
For the following 11 Premier Properties, enjoying the outdoors means far more than great golf.
Adam's Rib RanchBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Eagle, CO
Located in the Vail Valley, the 1,600-acre Adam's Rib is surrounded by thousands of acres of protected land. Plus, Brush Creek cuts through the property,…
Black Bull Golf CommunityBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Bozeman, MT
Whether trout fishing on the Yellowstone, Gallatin or Madison rivers, camping or hiking, there is plenty to do besides playing the 7,215-yard Tom Weiskopf course.
Catamount Ranch & ClubBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Steamboat Springs, CO
Residents can pick up all the gear they need at the Outfitter's Center before heading out for a day of kayaking, canoeing, hiking, fly fishing,…
Cordillera RanchBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Boerne, TX
With both a river club and rod-and-gun club, Cordillera Ranch offers plenty of opportunities for residents to enjoy the surroundings, whether on their own or…
Ford PlantationBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Richmond Hill, GA
At Ford Plantation, outdoor pursuits are more genteel than in the rugged West. Members have privileges at a nearby hunting preserve, and instruction is available…
Grizzly RanchBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Portola, CA
There are eight miles of trails at Grizzly Ranch that connect to even more extensive pathways of Plumas National Forest, perfect for exploration whether you…
OldfieldBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Okatie, SC
From the Outfitters Center, residents of Oldfield can arrange an outing on the Okatie River with a river pro or set out on their own…
Seven Falls Golf and River ClubBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Hendersonville, NC
The French Broad River is the lifeline of Seven Falls, and the community will work with the county to help clean up and restore a…
Stock Farm ClubBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Hamilton, MT
From its location in the Bitterroot Valley, Stock Farm encourages its residents to get outside, departing from the four-acre Ranch Headquarters.
Victory RanchBest for Outdoor Pursuits - Park City, UT
More than 80 percent of the 5,600-acre Victory Ranch will remain open space, encompassing foothills, forests, canyons, rocks, ponds and a five-mile stretch of the…
America's Premier Properties
In the face of a negative real estate market, upscale golf communities have held up better than expected. A large part of the reason is that they provide more than just physical space—America’s Premier Properties lavishes residents with amenities that are impossible to quantify.
And because no community can be everything to everybody, we have made this guide even more useful by categorizing the communities according to amenities or features that may be most important to you. These categories will help narrow your search, whether you are a skiier, sailor or city person. So happy hunting, and best of luck on an exciting journey that hopefully takes you to the most rewarding of ends: your dream home.
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