Colorado Springs Golf Trip Planning Guide
Colorado Springs has elite golf pedigree — The Broadmoor has hosted multiple majors — plus a deep bench of public courses, a revitalized downtown, and Pikes Peak as the backdrop. It's one of the most accessible Mountain West destinations with a direct airport and big-city amenities at mountain-town prices.
5 courses · 4 restaurants · 4 bars · 4 activities
Quick Facts
Spring, Summer, Fall
COS (15 min drive)
$28–$350
$400/night
2 of 5
~$326/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Colorado Springs. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
The Broadmoor Golf Club - East Course — resort, $200–$350 · 4.7★
Host of multiple major championships; Robert Trent Jones Sr. design with Cheyenne Mountain views
The Rabbit Hole — farm to-table, $$ · 4.5★
Multi-level downtown space with creative cocktails and elevated American fare; private event space upstairs
Jack Quinn's Irish Pub — sports bar · Open late
Massive Irish pub downtown with live music, multiple bars, and a rooftop patio; handles 16 easy
Day 2
The Broadmoor Golf Club - West Course — mountain, $150–$250 · 4.5★
Mountain course with dramatic elevation changes; tighter and more demanding than the East
Garden of the Gods — 2-3 hours, $5–$15/pp
Iconic red rock formations with easy trails and stunning photo ops; small parking fee
Joseph's Fine Dining — steakhouse, $$$$ · 4.6★
Classic fine dining steakhouse in downtown; prime cuts and a deep wine cellar
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew — brewpub
The original Oskar Blues location; Dale's Pale Ale on tap with a big patio and live music
Day 3
Garden of the Gods Club — mountain, $100–$175 · 4.5★
Stunning red rock formations backdrop; resort course with jaw-dropping scenery on every hole
Pikes Peak Cog Railway — half day, $40–$60/pp
Ride the cog railway to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak; America's Mountain
Shuga's — casual, $ · 4.4★
Funky downtown spot with creative cocktails and eclectic food; the mixology is world-class
Copperhead Road Bar & Nightclub — honky tonk · Open late
Country bar with live music, line dancing, and a big dance floor; gets rowdy on weekends
Course-by-Course Guide
Colorado Springs has 5 courses worth playing, including 1 bucket-list tier layout. 2 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
The Broadmoor Golf Club - East Course
Bucket ListHost of multiple major championships; Robert Trent Jones Sr. design with Cheyenne Mountain views
The Broadmoor Golf Club - West Course
PremiumMountain course with dramatic elevation changes; tighter and more demanding than the East
Cheyenne Shadows Golf Course
SolidFort Carson military course open to public; outstanding mountain views and incredible value
Garden of the Gods Club
PremiumStunning red rock formations backdrop; resort course with jaw-dropping scenery on every hole
Patty Jewett Golf Course
BudgetHistoric muni opened in 1898; one of the oldest public courses west of the Mississippi
Where to Stay
Colorado Springs has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$500–$1500/night
Sleeps 12–18 · Broadmoor / Cheyenne Canyon area
$400–$1100/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Old Colorado City / Manitou Springs area
Group Dining Guide
4 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
The Rabbit Hole
$$Multi-level downtown space with creative cocktails and elevated American fare; private event space upstairs
Joseph's Fine Dining
$$$$Classic fine dining steakhouse in downtown; prime cuts and a deep wine cellar
Shuga's
$Funky downtown spot with creative cocktails and eclectic food; the mixology is world-class
Front Range Barbeque
$$Texas-style smoked meats in a casual setting; can handle big groups with platters to share
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 3 stay open past midnight.
Jack Quinn's Irish Pub
Late NightMassive Irish pub downtown with live music, multiple bars, and a rooftop patio; handles 16 easy
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
The original Oskar Blues location; Dale's Pale Ale on tap with a big patio and live music
Copperhead Road Bar & Nightclub
Late NightCountry bar with live music, line dancing, and a big dance floor; gets rowdy on weekends
Tony's A Downtown Bar
Late NightClassic downtown dive with cheap drinks and a no-frills vibe; the late-night move
Activities Beyond Golf
4 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Garden of the Gods
Iconic red rock formations with easy trails and stunning photo ops; small parking fee
Pikes Peak Cog Railway
Ride the cog railway to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak; America's Mountain
Whitewater Rafting on the Arkansas River
Bighorn Sheep Canyon offers Class III rapids an hour from town; great group activity
Shooting Range at Dragonman's
Legendary outdoor range with machine gun rentals and a military museum; only in Colorado Springs
Getting There
Fly into Colorado Springs Airport (COS) — it's a 15-minute drive to Colorado Springs. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Colorado Springs Party Bus and Peak View Limousine). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.