Camp John Hay Golf Course... fairway par excellence

Second, the Tifton 419 turf grass in the fairways and sleek, undulating Bent grass in the putting greens are a first in the Philippines. The combination, research has shown that even during high rainfall periods, these types of turf hold up to 20 times more soil than traditionally farmed cropland. As a result, they are better able to control water’s erosive power.

Golfers will be pleased to know that the Camp John Hay Golf Course conforms to the environmental standards set by the Golf Course Commission of the USGA and other international golfing agencies.

The upgraded golf course is a scenic sight to behold with its new layout. Beneath the greenery, however, is a state-of-the-art, fully automed irrigation and computerized turf maintenance systems. The additional lakes and ponds provide not just pcituresque accents but serve as catch basins as well. Apart from these, the designers added sand capping and a herring bone drainage system that allows for optimum drainage and water collection.

Because Camp John Hay is a natural watershed, a sewerage treatment plant (STP) has been built to protect the area’s natural water sources from contamination while providing an efficient water recycling system to maximize water consumption within the entire facility. With the STP, water coming from other facilities within Camp John Hay is first treated and then utilized for golf course irrigation, thereby enhancing the overall water requirement.

The golf course presents a challenging par 69 at 5001 yards from the tips to give players more thrills. The golf course also incorporates a full golf car path, professional caddie services, a driving range, and golf cart and gold set and shoe rentals.

After an invigorating round of golf, the Clubhouse beckons for pleasure and relaxation. The elegant log architecture and tastefully designed interiors make for an impressive structure that echoes the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. Coupled with warm service and world-class amenities, a visit to the Clubhouse is guaranteed to make everyone’s Baguio sojourn a genuinely pleasurable experience.