Fossil Trace Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Golden, CO with a par of 72. It offers 6 tee sets: black (6,812 yards, slope 141, rating 72), t-rex (6,591 yards, slope 136, rating 70.9), blue (6,222 yards, slope 130, rating 68.9), trike (5,891 yards, slope 121, rating 67.8), white (5,540 yards, slope 114, rating 66.2), gold (4,662 yards, slope 109, rating 62.5). The hardest hole is #9, a par 5 playing 570 yards from the first tee.
Fossil Trace Golf Club
Golden, CO
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A long par 5 that plays as a genuine three-shot hole for most players, with a fairway that gradually narrows toward the green. The hole's length and positioning of hazards demand accurate positioning on the approach to the green.

A short par 4 with a tight, straightforward design that offers less margin for error than its yardage suggests. Strategic placement off the tee is critical to access a receptive green.

A brief par 3 over a modest distance that plays deceptively tricky despite its short length. Precise accuracy is essential to avoid missing the compact green.

A demanding par 4 ranked among the course's most difficult holes, requiring a strong approach shot to reach the green in regulation. The length and demanding nature make this a true test of all-around skill.

A short par 3 that offers a welcome reprieve from longer holes, playing to a small target that punishes inaccuracy. Its brevity should not be mistaken for ease.

A mid-length par 4 with a fairway that offers adequate width off the tee but demands precision into a well-protected green. The approach shot determines the hole's difficulty.

A compact par 4 that favors positioning and control over raw distance, with a fairway that rewards smart placement. The green's defenses make the approach shot critical.

A challenging mid-length par 4 that ranks among the course's tougher four-shot holes, requiring two quality strikes to reach the green safely. The hole's design emphasizes accuracy throughout.

The course's signature hole—a long, formidable par 5 that ranks as the #1 handicap and demands three precise shots to reach the green in regulation. Length and strategic hazard placement combine to create an imposing challenge.

A relatively short par 4 that plays with more difficulty than yardage alone suggests, rewarding disciplined tee shots that set up manageable approaches. Strategic positioning is essential.

A mid-length par 3 that requires accurate distance control and shot-making to find the green from a moderate yardage. Wind and green positioning add to the challenge.

A stout par 5 ranked fourth in difficulty, requiring three confident shots or a powerful long-game performance to reach the green in regulation. The hole's length and design demand respect.

A demanding par 4 that ranks among the course's toughest four-shot holes, with little room for error off the tee or into a well-guarded green. Precision golf is required throughout.

A medium-length par 3 that presents a genuine mid-iron test over a meaningful distance, with limited forgiveness around the green. Accuracy and distance control are essential.

The second-ranked handicap hole, this par 5 is both long and strategically demanding, requiring three excellent shots or an exceptional second shot to set up a realistic birdie opportunity. The hole's length and layout create a serious test.

The course's easiest hole, this brief par 3 offers a scoring opportunity with its short distance and forgiving design. A well-struck shot to the green provides a chance for a low score.

A compact par 4 that emphasizes control and strategy over distance, with a fairway that rewards smart positioning off the tee. The approach into the green determines the final score.

A substantial closing par 5 that provides a fitting finish to the round, requiring three quality shots or an exceptional long-game performance to reach the green in regulation. The hole's length and finishing position create a memorable challenge.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 3 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 6 | |||
| black | 575 | 320 | 151 | 480 | 96 | 409 | 377 | 412 | 659 | 3479 | 333 | 186 | 585 | 394 | 231 | 565 | 160 | 356 | 523 | 3333 | 6812 |
| t-rex | 544 | 320 | 151 | 426 | 95 | 409 | 377 | 372 | 659 | 3353 | 333 | 186 | 545 | 394 | 205 | 536 | 160 | 356 | 523 | 3238 | 6591 |
| blue | 544 | 297 | 135 | 426 | 95 | 372 | 338 | 372 | 570 | 3149 | 305 | 154 | 545 | 381 | 205 | 536 | 141 | 320 | 486 | 3073 | 6222 |
| trike | 491 | 297 | 135 | 383 | 99 | 372 | 338 | 317 | 513 | 2945 | 305 | 154 | 507 | 381 | 172 | 480 | 141 | 320 | 486 | 2946 | 5891 |
| white | 491 | 271 | 119 | 383 | 99 | 339 | 279 | 317 | 513 | 2811 | 270 | 126 | 507 | 331 | 172 | 480 | 128 | 276 | 439 | 2729 | 5540 |
| gold | 447 | 231 | 91 | 330 | 91 | 277 | 226 | 274 | 458 | 2425 | 202 | 99 | 462 | 259 | 98 | 409 | 91 | 218 | 399 | 2237 | 4662 |