FAQs

To inquire about hosting a wedding, meeting, or event at Footprints Restaurant at Fossil Trace, fill out the Wedding & Events form or call (303) 277-8755. Our ballroom can host up to 150 guests for any event, including weddings.… Learn More

For groups of 20 or fewer golfers, the only way to secure a reservation is to BOOK ONLINE or use The Fossil App downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. For multiple foursomes, use the… Learn More

The course is open year-round, weather permitting. If you have a tee time during the Winter Season, view the Fossil Trace Web Cam for the most updated course conditions. A clear course on the Web Cam does… Learn More

The golf shop is open dawn until dusk every day during Early, Peak, and Late Season (March 13 - November 15). During the Winter Season, the golf shop hours vary. In November and December, the shop is open 8am -… Learn More

The practice range is open every day to the public at sunrise with the last bucket sold approximately 30 minutes before sunset. Dates and times are subject to change based on weather and maintenance schedules. During range closures, the putting… Learn More

To request a donation, please submit information through our Contact Us form. If selected, the donation will be sent to the address indicated in the form. *Please Note: only those selected for a donation are notified. Learn More

Fossil Trace Golf Club is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Be sure to check your golf bag and golf cart for personal belongings, golf clubs and valuables. If you did misplace something during your visit to Fossil Trace,… Learn More

Yes, we have both a restaurant and bar! Footprints at Fossil Trace is open year round to the general public as well as golfers. The restaurant also hosts wedding, meetings, and events. To read more, visit the Food &… Learn More

Yes! The Patio at Footprints is THE place in Golden with the most incredible view overlooking the golf course, foothills, and Table Mountain. The patio is open to the public, but tables are available on a first come, first served… Learn More

Footprints Restaurant at Fossil Trace is open year-round, with special hours in the winter. Call (303) 277-8755 for more details and to make reservations. You can also make a reservation online. In the spring, summer, and fall seasons, the… Learn More

Yes - to make a dining reservation, visit us at OpenTable or call Footprints at Fossil Trace at (303) 277-8755 to make a reservation. A reminder - if you have a group of 16 or… Learn More

Outside coolers are not allowed on the course or in the restaurant. Footprints at Fossil Trace is pleased to provide a complimentary beverage cooler and fill it with drinks purchased at the bar, or from the beverage cart. A beverage… Learn More

During the regular season, there are 1 - 2 beverage carts almost always on the golf course. During the shoulder seasons and winter, beverage carts are out depending on golf course traffic. Holes 9 and 18 also finish by the… Learn More

We do not sell tobacco products. Fossil Trace Golf Club is a non-smoking facility due to our climate and prominent native areas. Learn More

Purchase a gift card in the shop, or you can buy a virtual gift card instantly in our webstore. The value on the gift card is a specified dollar amount, so even if it was originally… Learn More

A Fossil Trace Gift Card is always in a specified dollar amount and can be used for green/cart/range fees, merchandise, lessons, and club fitting. If you participated in a charity event or outing at Fossil Trace, your gift card may… Learn More

No, gift cards don't expire. However, they are subject to a fee after 5 years from the activation date, so we recommend using them within that time. Back to FAQs Learn More

Any tee times booked more that 7 days in advance will receive the standard full rate, regardless of residency. A portion of our daily tee times are reserved for Golden Residents only. These tee times are available up to 7… Learn More

We have a multitude of group and private options. Visit the Golf School page to see what suits your needs. If you aren't sure where to start your golf journey, please fill out the contact form on the Golf… Learn More

To book a lesson, use our Online Booking App. The availability listed for each instructor is accurate and in real time. No payment is due until you arrive for your lesson, and you will not be… Learn More

Everyone! Whether you're a beginner, skilled, woman, man, or child - we have a lesson plan for you.  Learn More

Typically 4 years old - if younger, chat with our professional staff via the Golf School form. For private lessons, they must be able to separate from their parents comfortably. For group lessons, they must also be able to… Learn More

Request a club fitting session through our Club Fitting form. Note that the date and time you select is a request, not a booking. A member of our fitting staff will reach out within 24 hours to confirm your… Learn More

You can purchase a GHIN through our webstore. If you are renewing your membership, we will re-activate the new season for you. if you are a new GHIN member at our club, we will put in your contact information,… Learn More

Spectators are welcome at Fossil Trace; however, golf carts are prioritized for players. From June through August, carts for spectators are rarely available due to high demand. If riding along in a golf cart, the cost is $50 for 18… Learn More

Children not playing that are 6 years old and younger are welcome to ride along at no charge. If playing with other guests in your group, the child must remain in the golf car at all times for their safety… Learn More

The paths that travel through the golf course are for Fossil Trace Golf Club guests only. The golf course and its carts are not open to non-golfers for safety purposes (with the exception of ride-along golf spectators). Those to enter… Learn More

No matter the time of year or if the golf course is closed due to snow/ice conditions, the golf course and its carts are not open to non-golfers for safety purposes (with the exception of ride-along golf spectators). Those to… Learn More

The golf course and its carts are not open to non-golfers for safety purposes (with the exception of ride-along golf spectators). Those to enter Fossil Trace Golf Club property without authorization will be escorted off immediately. Back to FAQs… Learn More

Triceratops Trail is not accessible via the golf course to the public. This it because the golf course and its carts are not open to non-golfers for safety purposes (with the exception of ride-along golf spectators). The access point is… Learn More

With less time for leisure and more time spent at work, with friends, family, and other recreational activities, our goal is to create a memorable experience for everyone by managing sound pace of play guidelines. A round with good flow,… Learn More

Proper, casual golf attire is requested and appreciated for all guests whether playing, practicing, or spectating. Learn More

Per guidelines of Twilight golf, and for staff safety - flagsticks are removed from the course at sunset (not darkness). Carts are required to be turned in soon after. Use the Sunrise-Sunset Tool to verify sunset times… Learn More

We recognize some guests may have physical conditions/restrictions which make it difficult to walk normal distances or slopes while playing golf. The GPS system will be updated to allow for handicap-specific access to the golf course to those who qualify.… Learn More

Fossil Trace Golf Club does not possess an inclement weather warning or detection system. Golfers are advised they are playing at their own risk and we are under no obligation to warn, retrieve, and/or remove anyone from the golf course… Learn More

Golfers may suspend their round at any time upon their own determination and can receive a rain check. The value of the rain check will be the prorated amount of unplayed holes. All rain checks expire on December 31 of… Learn More

18 Holes - $75, 9 Holes - $40. We are proud to offer premium 2025 TaylorMade Qi clubs including: driver, 3/5 fairway woods, 4 hybrid, 5-P irons, gap and sand wedge with a Spider putter. Women’s rental clubs are a… Learn More

We have premium TaylorMade rental sets for women, men, left-handed, and right-handed golfers. We are proud to offer premium 2025 TaylorMade Qi clubs including: driver, 3/5 fairway woods, 4 hybrid, 5-P irons, gap and sand wedge with a Spider putter.… Learn More

You don't need to reserve rental clubs, we have plenty available. However, guests are welcome to call the Golf Shop at (303) 277.8750 in advance of the reservation to request the needed sets of rentals. Back to FAQs Learn More

No, we do not. If you would like to bring your own caddie, they are welcome. If your caddie chooses to ride a golf cart, he/she must pay a spectator fee - $50 for 18 holes, $25 for 9 holes. Learn More

18 Holes - $6, 9 Holes - $4 for 9 holes. No reservations needed. Learn More

The only method to secure a tee time at Fossil Trace is to BOOK ONLINE or via The Fossil App downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. You may search for tee times without a… Learn More

If you made a tee time online, you can login to your profile, and under "Reservations," you can reduce or cancel your tee time(s). You will only be able to add another player if there is a spot remaining, as… Learn More

There is no timing restrictions for reserving a tee time during Early, Peak, and Late Season. All tee times for 2026 In Season (March 13 - November 15) become available on January 15 and can be reserved at any time.… Learn More

For groups of 20 or fewer golfers, the only way to secure a reservation is to BOOK ONLINE or use The Fossil App downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. For multiple foursomes, use the… Learn More

Our reservation system requires a credit card on file for the profile booking the tee time. This card will be not be charged at the time of booking, but is liable for incidental charges such as: no shows, late cancellations,… Learn More

Much like an airline, if you don't pay for the seat next to you, it will be filled by someone else! Fossil Trace is a destination public golf course, and we want all golfers to have the opportunity to play… Learn More

Rates vary based on season (Winter, Early, Peak, and Late). Peak Season fees for 2026 are $140 for weekday (Mon-Thurs), $175 for weekend & holiday (Fri-Sun) and include green fee, premium cart/GPS and range balls. For a full list of… Learn More

Conveniently book up to 20 players, online only at fossiltrace.com or through The Fossil App. All bookings reserved 8 days or more in advance is considered an Advance Reservation, for tee times in-season only. This is a great option for… Learn More

Any tee times booked more that 7 days in advance will receive the standard full rate, regardless of residency. A portion of our daily tee times are reserved for Golden Residents only. These tee times are available up to 7… Learn More

All bookings reserved within 7 days of play offer the opportunity for various specialty and residency rates. This includes Twilight, military, junior, senior, Golden resident, and Jeffco resident.  View All Specialty Rates. 9-holes may be booked during the last… Learn More

We understand our Back 9 is popular, but rarely is it available on its own for 9 holes. It is the second 9 played for 18 hole players turning. Learn More