Tiger Woods is advancing his latest golf course design at the Marcella Club in Park City, Utah, where the scenic mountain environment is beginning to reveal its special qualities. This project marks Woods’ first mountain golf course and introduces his TGR Design team’s distinct touch to Utah, combining natural beauty with thoughtful course challenges.
Progress on the Marcella Club Mountain Course
Recently, Tiger Woods and his TGR Design staff visited the site to review the course as it takes shape along Jordanelle Ridge. The project offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Uinta Mountains, Jordanelle Reservoir, Heber Valley, Deer Valley Resort, and Mount Timpanogos. Woods captured these moments in an Instagram video, where he and the design team walked the emerging layout, signaling ongoing development with the note, “to be continued.”
In his caption, Woods reflected on the creative process behind the design:
“Designing is a mindset — then the magic shows up. And there’s no shortage of it out here at Bluejack Ranch.” —Tiger Woods, TGR Design
The course was first revealed in February 2023 and will be the cornerstone of the private Marcella Club. Its design incorporates large, open landing zones that accommodate varying player skill levels, while demanding strategic positioning for advanced golfers. The greens will feature different shapes and sizes with meticulously maintained surrounds, providing opportunities for challenging recovery shots.
This layout combines wide-ranging mountain vistas with intimate, quiet valleys nestled between ridges to create a distinctive and engaging golfing experience. It is crafted not only as a test for low-handicap players seeking challenge but also as an inviting venue for families and casual golfers. Woods’s partnership with Marcella Club aims to deliver an exceptional golf destination in the Mountain West region.
Overview of Tiger Woods’ Other Golf Course Creations
Tiger Woods’ design firm, TGR Design, has established a global footprint by creating diverse golf courses that blend with their surroundings and offer a range of play styles. From championship-grade layouts to fun-focused short courses, each project demonstrates careful attention to player experience and environmental harmony.
Highlights of TGR Design’s Notable Courses
Bluejack National (Montgomery, Texas, USA): This course opened in April 2016 and was the first golf course in the United States designed by Woods. Alongside the main layout, it features a 10-hole par-3 short course called The Playgrounds, designed for casual and family-friendly play.
El Cardonal at Diamante (Cabo San Lucas, Mexico): As the inaugural TGR project, El Cardonal launched in 2015. The course is known for integrating the rugged coastal terrain with thoughtfully crafted holes.
The Oasis Short Course (Mexico): Part of the Diamante resort complex, this 12-hole par-3 course offers flexibility, functioning either as a full short course or as a smaller 3-hole loop that includes a par 3, par 4, and par 5.
Jack’s Bay (Eleuthera, Bahamas): A 10-hole short course called The Playground, designed to provide a playful golf experience on the island of Eleuthera.
Payne’s Valley (Ridgedale, Missouri, USA): This course marks TGR Design’s first public golf facility. It offers a full 18-hole layout set amid the Ozark foothills, blending competitive challenge with natural beauty.
The Hay (Pebble Beach, California, USA): A 9-hole par-3 course located on the former site of the Peter Hay Golf Course. Notably, hole 2 is an exact replica of hole 7 at Pebble Beach Golf Links, paying tribute to the classic layout.
The Legacy Club at Diamante (Cabo San Lucas, Mexico): Situated along the scenic coastline, this course overlooks the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez, offering dramatic views and strategic holes.
Trout National – The Reserve (Southern New Jersey, USA): Currently under development, this 18-hole course is designed within a former quarry and surrounding farmland. Its amenities will include a short course, a putting course, and extensive practice facilities.
Cobbs Creek Short Course (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA): Developed in collaboration with the Cobbs Creek Foundation and TGR Foundation, this short course accompanies the TGR Learning Lab, which supports local students through education and golf programs.
Jupiter Island Practice Facility (Florida, USA): A training and practice venue designed by TGR Design without a full-length course, aimed at helping players refine their skills.
PopStroke (Various Locations): Launched in 2018, PopStroke is a golf entertainment concept featuring putting courses with food and beverage service, designed for relaxed and social play.
Significance of the Marcella Club Project
The Marcella Club mountain course represents a significant milestone as Tiger Woods’ first foray into mountain terrain golf course design and his initial project in Utah. Its creation not only expands TGR Design’s geographical reach but also enriches the Mountain West’s golf landscape with a venue poised to attract discerning players and families alike. As construction advances, it promises to join the prestigious company of Woods’ other esteemed courses worldwide, combining strategic gameplay with spectacular natural beauty.