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Gray's Crossing

public
Truckee, CA
Very hard to book
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About Gray's Crossing

Gray's Crossing in Truckee is one of the Sierra Nevada's premier public golf experiences, a Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy design that winds through the forests and meadows of the Martis Valley at elevations above 6,000 feet. The course opened in 2005 as part of the Gray's Crossing master-planned community and has consistently earned recognition as one of the best public-access mountain golf courses in California and the broader western United States. The layout uses the natural Truckee terrain — granite boulders, native sagebrush, Jeffrey pine forests, and meadow grasses — with minimal artificial landscaping, allowing the natural Sierra landscape to dominate. At altitude, drives fly noticeably farther due to thinner air, a pleasant surprise for golfers accustomed to sea-level play. The short summer season (typically late May through October) creates intense demand from Lake Tahoe area visitors and Bay Area golfers making the mountain pilgrimage.

History

Gray's Crossing opened in 2005, designed by the team of Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy as part of a master-planned mountain community in Truckee. The course was conceived to harmonize with the natural Sierra Nevada landscape rather than impose artificial design elements, a philosophy that has earned it consistent critical acclaim since opening.

Northern California golfers making the Lake Tahoe pilgrimage who want a world-class mountain course experience with authentic Sierra Nevada scenery.
Course Highlights
  • Designed by Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy, with consistent rankings among the top public courses in California
  • High-altitude Sierra Nevada setting above 6,000 feet — drives fly farther in the thinner mountain air
  • Granite boulders, Jeffrey pine forests, and natural meadow grasses create a stunning, minimally manipulated mountain landscape
  • Part of the acclaimed Gray's Crossing community with premium mountain course conditioning
  • Short May-October season creates an annual bucket-list destination for Northern California and Bay Area golfers
Why Gray's Crossing is Hard to Book
Booking Difficulty
Very hard to book

Premium Sierra Nevada destination course with a short seasonal window; weekend summer tee times fill within days of the booking window opening among Tahoe visitors and Bay Area golfers

Without automated alerts, you'd need to constantly refresh the booking site hoping to catch a cancellation. That's where TeeTimeGo comes in — we monitor the tee sheet and notify you the moment a slot opens.

Insider Booking Tips

Book as early as the booking window allows — typically 30 days in advance for peak summer weekends. Early morning tee times offer the best conditions and coolest temperatures. Midweek rounds in early or late season offer better availability and sometimes reduced rates.

Pro tip: Set a TeeTimeGo alert so you're notified the instant a cancellation opens — even at 2am.

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Course Information
11406 Henness Rd, Truckee, CA 96161
www.golfnow.com/tee-times/facility/4965-grays-crossing
18 holes
Par 72
7,100 yards
Designed by Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy
Established 2005
Green fees: $120–$175 weekday / $150–$220 weekend
Cart included in fee
Collared shirt required

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about getting tee time alerts for Gray's Crossing

How do I get tee time alerts for Gray's Crossing?

Sign up for TeeTimeGo and create an alert for Gray's Crossing. We'll monitor the tee sheet and notify you instantly when cancellations open up.

When do tee times typically open at Gray's Crossing?

Book as early as the booking window allows — typically 30 days in advance for peak summer weekends. Early morning tee times offer the best conditions and coolest temperatures. Midweek rounds in early or late season offer better availability and sometimes reduced rates.

Can I set alerts for specific times at Gray's Crossing?

Yes! When creating your alert, you can specify preferred tee times, number of players, and date ranges. We'll only notify you when matching slots open.

How quickly will I be notified about Gray's Crossing tee times?

TeeTimeGo sends near-instant alerts via email and SMS when cancellations appear at Gray's Crossing, giving you the best chance to book before others.

Is Gray's Crossing hard to book?

Premium Sierra Nevada destination course with a short seasonal window; weekend summer tee times fill within days of the booking window opening among Tahoe visitors and Bay Area golfers

What if I want to book multiple courses including Gray's Crossing?

You can create alerts for multiple courses at once. Add Gray's Crossing along with other favorites to maximize your chances of securing the perfect tee time.

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