Red Wolf Golf Club | Lewiston

Information

Landmark: Red Wolf Golf Club
City: Lewiston
Country: USA Idaho
Continent: North America

Red Wolf Golf Club, Lewiston, USA Idaho, North America

Red Wolf Golf Club is a golf course located in Lewiston, Idaho, USA.

It is situated within the city limits of Lewiston.

Visual Characteristics

The course features 18 holes with a par of 72. Fairways are primarily composed of bentgrass, with rough areas consisting of fescue and native grasses. Greens are also bentgrass. The course is bordered by rolling hills and mature trees, including Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. Water hazards, including ponds and a creek, are integrated into the course design.

Location & Access Logistics

Red Wolf Golf Club is located at 3000 Golf Course Road, Lewiston, ID 83501. It is approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) west of downtown Lewiston. Access is via Golf Course Road, which connects to US Route 12. Ample parking is available on-site. Public transport options to the immediate vicinity are limited; the nearest bus stops are several miles away on main thoroughfares.

Historical & Ecological Origin

Red Wolf Golf Club was designed by John Steidel and opened in 1994. The course was developed on land that was previously undeveloped rangeland and agricultural property. The ecological origin is a temperate grassland transitioning into coniferous forest, with the course design incorporating existing natural drainage patterns and vegetation.

Key Highlights & Activities

Play is restricted to golf. The course offers a driving range, putting green, and chipping area for practice. Rental clubs are available. Tee times can be booked in advance.

Infrastructure & Amenities

The facility includes a clubhouse with a pro shop and a restaurant. Restrooms are available in the clubhouse and at designated points on the course. Shade is provided by trees along some fairways and at designated rest areas. Cell phone signal (4G/5G) is generally available throughout the course, though it may vary in certain low-lying areas. Food and beverage service is available at the clubhouse restaurant.

Best Time to Visit

The optimal time for playing golf is during the spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) when temperatures are moderate, typically ranging from 50°F to 70°F (10°C to 21°C). Summer months (June-August) can be significantly warmer, with daytime temperatures often exceeding 80°F (27°C). Early morning or late afternoon provides the best lighting for photography of the course landscape.

Facts & Legends

The course is named after the Red Wolf, a species that historically inhabited the region, though sightings are now rare. A specific local oddity is the presence of a natural spring that feeds one of the water hazards, maintaining a consistent water level regardless of rainfall.