Conflict over ownership of beloved Pierce County golf course

The ongoing dispute over the Madrona Links Golf Course underscores conflicting visions for the 94-acre property. PenMet Parks proposes full public ownership, citing its commitment to community access and course improvements, while ZTM Holdings pursues private ownership to honor the Tyson family’s legacy.

There are contrasting property appraisals and negotiations have failed. The outcome of a recent lawsuit will determine the course’s future and who is responsible for its upkeep.

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Gig Harbor High golfers practice last week at Madrona Links at Gig Harbor. The Tides entered the week undefeated in league, with a 3-0 record so far. By Joshua Bessex

NO. 1: IS BELOVED PIERCE COUNTY GOLF COURSE IN DANGER OF ‘HOSTILE TAKEOVER’? IT HAS PROBLEMS

The only fully public golf course in the Gig Harbor area has become the center of a hot dispute between the local park district and private parties over who should run it. | Published August 21, 2024 | Read Full Story by Julia Park

Madrona Links Golf Course, on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 in Gig Harbor, Wash. By Brian Hayes

NO. 2: THE CONFLICT OVER A BELOVED PIERCE COUNTY GOLF COURSE IS HEADED FOR EMINENT DOMAIN

The property in question involves five different holes on the golf course. | Published November 5, 2024 | Read Full Story by Julia Park

NO. 3: CONFLICT OVER BELOVED PIERCE COUNTY GOLF COURSE LEADS TO $6 MILLION LAWSUIT

ZTM Holdings and Tyson Limited Partnership filed the legal complaint Jan. 21. | Published February 18, 2025 | Read Full Story by Julia Park

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.