Pelican Lakes Golf Course

Venue Overview

Pelican Lakes Golf & Country Club is a semi-private, 27-hole championship golf and country club set in the Water Valley community of Windsor, Colorado. Known for having the most shoreline of any golf course in the United States, Pelican Lakes weaves four man-made lakes and the Cache la Poudre River through a layout designed by renowned architect Ted Robinson Sr. With a four-star rating from Golf Digest and a top-five semi-private ranking from Colorado Golf Magazine, the course pairs dramatic water-lined holes with full country club amenities, lakeside dining, and a polished event setting that makes it one of Northern Colorado's standout venues for tournaments, fundraisers, and group outings.

About the Courses

Pelican Lakes plays as a 27-hole facility built around two distinct layouts. The 18-hole Lakes Course is the championship centerpiece, while the 9-hole Pelican Falls Course adds a scenic, quick-playing option for shorter rounds and flexible event formats. The stadium-style design, with elevated tees and greens throughout, keeps the water and the surrounding views in play on nearly every hole.

Course features:

27 total holes: the 18-hole Lakes Course and the 9-hole Pelican Falls Course Lakes Course plays to a par-72 at up to 7,264 yards (rating 73.7, slope 143 from the tips) Designed by Ted Robinson Sr.; Lakes Course opened in 1999, Pelican Falls in 2006 Semi-private and open to the public, with expanded tee-time access for members Four-star Golf Digest rating and a top-five semi-private ranking from Colorado Golf Magazine More than 300 surface acres of water across four man-made lakes and the Cache la Poudre River Driving range, putting green, and practice chipping green with a practice bunker GPS-enabled golf carts available for rent Fully stocked pro shop with apparel, equipment, and merchandise Lakeside clubhouse dining, from casual lunch to fine dining

The Setting

The defining feature at Pelican Lakes is water. With more than 300 surface acres of lakes and the Cache la Poudre River running through the property, water comes into play on the majority of holes, and golfers cross the river four times over the course of a round. Elevated tees and greens open up long views across the lakes and toward the Front Range, while mature trees, strategic bunkering, and well-defined fairways frame the holes against the surrounding Water Valley community. A signature island green, reached across the water with a popular on-course snack stop nearby, gives the round a true stadium-style moment. This mix of water, views, and conditioning is what earns Pelican Lakes its reputation and makes it a memorable backdrop for events that want to feel like a destination.

Practice Facilities & Amenities

Pelican Lakes offers everything needed for serious practice or a full event day:

Driving range and warm-up area Practice putting green Practice chipping green with a practice bunker GPS-enabled golf carts available for rent Fully stocked pro shop with apparel, equipment, and merchandise Semi-private clubhouse with lakeside dining, from casual lunch to fine dining Members pool and resort-style amenities within the Water Valley community

Golf Lessons & Instruction

As of 2026, player development at Pelican Lakes is led by Chris Williamson, PGA, who serves as Director of Instruction across Pelican Lakes and its sister property, RainDance National. A PGA member for over a decade, Williamson earned PGA Specialized status in Teaching and Coaching in 2020, placing him among the top five percent of PGA professionals in those fields, and has worked with hundreds of students across Northern Colorado. Lessons and clinics are available for players of all ages and skill levels. To schedule a lesson or get current package pricing, contact the Pelican Lakes golf shop.

Tournaments, Events & Leagues

Pelican Lakes is a well-established host for competitive and charitable golf, with a layout and amenities that handle everything from a relaxed scramble to a full sponsor-driven fundraiser.

Event types hosted:

Charity and nonprofit fundraising tournaments Corporate and executive outings College and amateur competitive events Member-guest tournaments and group outings

The club also runs active Men's and Ladies' golf leagues, managed by on-staff golf professional Henry, alongside a full calendar of in-house events. The two-course layout gives organizers flexibility to run shotgun starts, split formats, and shorter nine-hole events. Contact the pro shop to inquire about availability and group rates for your next event.

Weddings & Private Events

Beyond golf, Pelican Lakes is a full-service event and wedding venue. Lakeside ceremony and reception settings, country club dining, and dedicated event staff make it a popular choice for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. Catering and weddings are coordinated by long-time events manager Shannon, who has specialized in weddings at the club since 2010. Contact the events team for available dates and packages.

Membership

As a semi-private club, Pelican Lakes offers memberships that expand tee-time access and open the door to members-only tournaments, leagues, and the private pool and clubhouse amenities. Membership structure and benefits are available directly from the club; contact for current options and pricing.

Planning Your Event Here

Pelican Lakes works well for organizers who want a water course with real wow factor and a venue that can carry the whole day, from golf through dining and awards. Because it is a popular semi-private destination, prime tournament dates fill early in the season, so it pays to reach out well in advance. Event availability, formats, and policies are coordinated directly with the Pelican Lakes golf operations and events teams and are subject to seasonal demand and course conditions.

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