Golf in Estacada

Estacada sits along the Clackamas River in the foothills of Clackamas County, where the river descends from the Cascades through a forested canyon before broadening into the valley below. The community is a gateway to the Upper Clackamas River recreation area and the Cascades beyond, with white-water kayaking, fishing, and hiking defining the local outdoor culture. Timber and small-scale agriculture have historically shaped Estacada's economy, and the town retains a small-mountain-community character distinct from the suburban development that characterizes the western Clackamas County communities closer to Portland. Golf here serves that recreational culture. Clackamas County's timber and fishing heritage is visible in Estacada's identity, and the recreational options along the river — swimming holes, riverside camping, and the Springwater Golf Course — make the community a destination for Portland-area residents seeking the foothills.