Canada boasts many of the finest and most highly regarded golf clubs in the world, providing an exceptional experience to residents and members who visit from abroad. From the scenic coastline of Nova Scotia to the majestic Rockies and urban environments, golf clubs across Canada welcome every level of player.

Some clubs accept public play, while others are private equity clubs with separate membership requirements. Canadian golf clubs are known for their incredible facilities, including high-end clubhouses, restaurants, lessons from golf professionals, and great practice facilities.

Whether you want a challenging championship design or a beautiful manor golf property, the Canadian golf courses offer a variety of experiences, high-quality amenities, and unforgettable rounds for locals and members visiting from abroad.

1. TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, Alton

Located in the rolling hills of Caledon, Ontario, is TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, a public golf facility that is an excellent option. TPC Toronto has three distinct courses, Heathlands, Hoot, and Toot, providing fun that varies from link-style to traditional parkland. Being a part of the TPC group of the PGA TOUR means championship quality and a memorable experience.

• Build Year: 1992
• Length: 7151 Yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Bunkers (sand traps), water hazards, and vegetation (natural hazards)
• Average Slope Rating: North Course: 141, Hoot Course: 148, Heathland Course: 133
• Facilities Available: A main clubhouse with a restaurant, event spaces, on-site accommodations, and a golf academy
• Golf Course Designer: Doug Carrick
• Address: 19131 Main St, Alton, ON L7K 1R1, Canada

2. Cabot Cliffs Golf Course, Inverness

Carved dramatically into the cliffs of Cape Breton Island, Cabot Cliffs is adored for its dramatic ocean views and thoughtful design. The course has an incredible mix of untamed nature and thoughtful holes, culminating in a series of phenomenal cliff-edge finishes. It is consistently ranked among the best golf courses in the world, and the golf experience it provides is breathtakingly exciting and inspiring.

• Build Year: 2015
• Length: 6835 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Slow
• Types of Hazards: Bunkers, water hazards, and the natural terrain features of the coastline, such as cliffs and rocky humps
• Average Slope Rating: Black Tees: 141, Green Tees: 144, Silver Tees: 136
• Facilities Available: A walking-only course, caddie services, carts, a driving range, and three dining options: Panorama Restaurant, Whit's Public House, and Cabot Bar
• Golf Course Designer: Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw
• Address: 39 Whitman Way, Inverness, NS B0E 1N0, Canada

3. Copper Creek Golf Club, Kleinburg

Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills northwest of Toronto, Copper Creek Golf Club is recognised for its exceptionally maintained courses and appealing routings. The course combines beautiful parkland scenery with clever sand traps, providing a fun yet challenging test for all golfers. The elevated tees and greens also provide wonderful views of the nature surrounding you to further enhance your golf round.

• Build Year: 2002
• Length: 6948 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Slow
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards and sand bunkers
• Average Slope Rating: 142
• Facilities Available: An on-site food service and a wedding venue
• Golf Course Designer: Doug Carrick
• Address: 11191 ON-27, Kleinburg, ON L0J 1C0, Canada
  

4. Sagebrush Golf Club, Quilchena

Perched above the shores of Nicola Lake in British Columbia, Sagebrush Golf Club provides a true, wild, and authentic links-style golf experience. Designed for along-the-ground play, the course features generous, undulating fairways and strategic sand bunkers that reward good shots. Its far-off and wide-open setting with no distractions from civilisation will make you feel astonished.

• Build Year: 2009
• Length: 7396 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards (lakes, rivers, etc.) and bunkers (sand traps)
• Average Slope Rating: 142
• Facilities Available: On-site lodging, dining, a putting green, and a chipping course
• Golf Course Designer: Rod Whitman, Richard Zokol, and Armen Suny
• Address: 6355 Stagecoach Trl, Quilchena, BC V0E 2R0, Canada

5. Magna Golf Club, Aurora

An extraordinarily private and upscale club, Magna Golf Club in Aurora, Ontario, is known for its superb condition and luxurious extras. The course features a challenging championship layout with gently sloping greens and perfect surfaces of play. As a result of its commitment to superior service and classy atmosphere, the Magna Golf Club is consistently ranked as one of the best golf courses.

• Build Year: 2001
• Length: 7307 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards and bunkers
• Average Slope Rating: 141
• Facilities Available: A clubhouse with dining options, a practice range, and locker rooms with steam rooms
• Golf Course Designer: Doug Carrick and Cam Tyers
• Address: 14780 Leslie St, Aurora, ON L4G 7C3, Canada

6. Toronto Golf Club, Mississauga

Toronto Golf Club, one of Canada's oldest and most esteemed clubs, features a "classic" design that has remained true to its greatness throughout time. Its historic, tree-lined fairways and very clever sand traps require strategy and careful shots. The club boasts nostalgia and historic traditions, allowing for a timeless experience in a very pleasant setting.

• Build Year: 1912
• Length: 6836 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards and bunkers
• Average Slope Rating: 141
• Facilities Available: A progressive teaching facility and food and beverage services
• Golf Course Designer: Harry Colt
• Address: 1305 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L5E 2P5, Canada

7. Kananaskis Country Golf Course, Kananaskis Village

Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, the Kananaskis Country Golf Course offers two gorgeous 18-hole courses, Mount Kidd and Mount Lorette, providing you with a breathtakingly grand mountain golf experience. The course has been rebuilt after a heinous flood. Its massive open mountain views and immaculately conditioned playing surfaces make it an overwhelmingly popular public course.

• Built Year: 1983, and was rebuilt in 2018
• Length: Mount Kidd Course: 7036 yards, Mount Lorette Course: 5625 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 36
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, and natural terrain features.
• Average Slope Rating: 140
• Facilities Available: Multiple tee box options and amenities like snack shacks, event hosting, and accessibility features
• Golf Course Designer: Robert Trent Jones Sr.
• Address: 1 Lorette Rd, Kananaskis Village, AB T0L 2H0, Canada

8. The Mississauga Golf and Country Club, Mississauga

The Mississauga Golf and Country Club is surrounded by mature maple trees with gently rising, rolling fairways to the respite of the city. The course, which has slowly evolved over the last century, is a classic and modern design. The club is also known for its social scene and multi-sport facilities. You will see attention to detail at every corner.

• Build Year: 1906
• Length: 7115 yards
• Par: 71
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Penalty areas (formerly known as water hazards), bunkers (or sand traps)
• Average Slope Rating: 140
• Facilities Available: Curling facilities, tennis courts, a fitness centre, and dining options
• Golf Course Designer: George Cumming and Percy Barrett
• Address: 1725 Mississauga Rd, Mississauga, ON L5H 2K4, Canada

9. The Royal Montreal Golf Club, Quebec

Founded in 1873, The Royal Montreal Golf Club is the oldest in North America, rich in tradition. The Blue Course is a regular stop on the Canadian Open tour and features an authentic design with tree-lined fairways and difficult greens. No other Canadian club can boast the honour and tradition of the Royal Montreal Golf Club.

• Build Year: 1873
• Length: 6814 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards and bunkers.
• Average Slope Rating: Blue Course: 140, Red Course: 128
• Facilities Available: A double-ended driving range, a short-game area, a pro shop, rental clubs, golf cart rentals, lessons, and junior membership options
• Golf Course Designer: Dick Wilson
• Address: 25 Chemin South Ridge, L'Île-Bizard, Quebec H9E 1B3, Canada

10. Black Bear Ridge Golf & Resort, Corbyville

The Black Bear Ridge is a golf course situated within a rural countryside setting in Belleville, Ontario. It is planned in a creative routing that involves some awkwardly routed holes, but overall, it is very nice. There are wide fairways, a large change in elevation on several of its holes, and wetlands during a memorable and interesting round of golf.

• Build Year: 2005
• Length: 7238 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Deep bunkers, an imposing water hazard on a right dogleg hole, and the prevailing winds that can make certain stretches of the course challenging
• Average Slope Rating: Black Tees: 139, White Tees: 129, Blue Tees: 138, Red Tees: 122, Green Tees: 118
• Facilities Available: A driving range, a short game practice area, and a newly renovated indoor hitting bay with launch monitor technology
• Golf Course Designer: Brian Magee
• Address: 501 Harmony Rd, Corbyville, ON K0K 1V0, Canada

11. Dundarave Golf Course, Cardigan

Dundarave's bright red sand bunkers and riverside holes are eye-catching even in a magical place like Prince Edward Island. The course has large fairways that encourage bold play but includes rare and undulating greens that require more tender shots. Each hole is framed by native grasses and wildflower meadows, adding to the landscape surrounding the island.

• Build Year: 1999
• Length: 7089 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Bunkers and water hazards
• Average Slope Rating: 139
• Facilities Available: Conference Centre with on-site hotel and cottages
• Golf Course Designer: Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry
• Address: 82 Dewars Lane Georgetown, N Royalty Rd, Cardigan, PE C0A 1G0, Canada

12. The Pulpit Club, Caledon Village

The Pulpit Club is transforming private golf with its two golf experiences: The Pulpit and The Paintbrush. Each course is an adventure in itself, with dramatic elevation changes and open, wind-swept fairways. The Pulpit Club’s year-round outdoor benefits from a sense of community. The views of the beautiful countryside atop Caledon Hills are breathtaking.

• Build Year: 1990
• Length: 7162 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, and natural vegetation
• Average Slope Rating: 137
• Facilities Available: Indoor and outdoor practice facilities, a pool, kids' camps, winter programming, hiking trails, dining options, and a golf simulator
• Golf Course Designer: Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry
• Address: 3035 Escarpment Side Rd, Caledon Village, ON L7C 3L5, Canada

13. London Hunt & Country Club, Ontario

London Hunt is known for its tranquil wooded environment and well-kept facility. The routing makes use of the natural state of the land with winding holes through mature trees and rolling valleys. The club's superb facilities are a focal point for social and athletic events. Its understated luxury appeals to those who appreciate tradition and seclusion.

• Build Year: 1960
• Length: 7249 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards like creeks and lakes, as well as bunkers.
• Average Slope Rating: 136
• Facilities Available: A golf course, tennis courts, fitness studio, trap and skeet fields, and various dining options
• Golf Course Designer: Robert Trent Jones
• Address: 1431 Oxford St W, London, ON N6H 1W1, Canada

14. Scarboro Golf and Country Club, Scarborough

Scarboro’s Tillinghast is a unique golf course designed in Canada that features dramatic elevation changes and some very difficult doglegs. This course is routed through steep ravines, so it is not a shot to be taken lightly. Scarboro has a long history, including hosting the Canadian Open and other large events. Members love the club's open and friendly culture.

• Build Year: 1914
• Length: 6547 yards
• Par: 71
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Natural and artificial hazards, as well as hilly terrain, gullies, and trees
• Average Slope Rating: 136
• Facilities Available: Pro shop, driving range, and banquet facilities
• Golf Course Designer: George Cumming
• Address: 321 Scarborough Golf Club Rd, Scarborough, ON M1J 3H2, Canada

15. Legends on the Niagara Golf Course, Ontario

Legends on the Niagara is the best public golfing destination in Canada, featuring two championship golf courses, Battlefield and Ussher's Creek. It was designed by renowned architect Douglas Carrick, so the experience is always different, including the links-style fairway on the Battlefield and the traditional parkland, with water on Ussher's Creek. The staggering practice areas are all great experiences while golfing.

• Build Year: Ussher's Creek: 2001, Battlefield: 2002
• Length: Ussher's Creek: 7,180 yards, Battlefield: 7,309 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: N/A
• Types of Hazards: Water, bunkers, and dense forest/brush
• Average Slope Rating: 134
• Facilities Available: A 45-acre 360° driving range, a Golf Academy, and a clubhouse with dining options
• Golf Course Designer: Douglas Carrick
• Address: 9561 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S6, Canada

16. GreenTee Country Club Tobiano, Kamloops

Tobiano, located overlooking Kamloops Lake in British Columbia, is well-known for its dramatic elevation changes and breathtaking views of the lake. The bold course design incorporates rugged canyons and native grasses that present a unique visual experience and a challenging yet enjoyable round. The courses' remote feel makes for an adventure.

• Build Year: 2008
• Length: 7367 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Bunkers, streams, and water bodies
• Average Slope Rating: 134
• Facilities Available: A full-service practice facility with a driving range, chipping green, and practice putting green
• Golf Course Designer: Thomas McBroom
• Address: 38 Holloway Dr, Kamloops, BC V1S 0B3, Canada

17. Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course, Alberta

This renowned course in Alberta was designed by Stanley Thompson and traverses through the incredible landscapes of Banff National Park. The layout possesses stunning mountain vistas, glacial rivers, and wildlife, creating an unparalleled day of golf in an alpine setting. The historic Fairmont Hotel adds a bit of professionalism to this destination.

• Build Year: 1927
• Length: 3287 yards
• Par: 71
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Tight fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and undulating greens.
• Average Slope Rating: White Tees: 126, Gold Tees: 133, Red Tees: 103
• Facilities Available: A full-length driving range, practice greens, and a private practice area with a fire pit and seating.
• Golf Course Designer: Stanley Thompson
• Address: 405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1J4, Canada.

18. Cabot Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

The renowned Nova Scotia resort is the home of Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs, where you have pure links golf along the Atlantic. They have well-known fescue fairways, pot bunkers, and holes right along the ocean that make them iconic and internationally renowned. The resort's luxury accommodations and dining complete a world-class experience.

• Build Year: 2012
• Length: 6835 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Strong winds, rogue waves, and rip currents, as well as wildlife encounters with black bears
• Average Slope Rating: 132
• Facilities Available: A short course, lodging options like Cabot Links Lodge and Golf Villas, and three on-site restaurants
• Golf Course Designer: Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw
• Address: 18 Cabot Ln, Inverness, NS B0E 1N0, Canada

19. Mount Bruno Country Club, Quebec

This privately-owned club, placed on Mont Saint-Bruno near Montreal, features a quiet, tree-lined course with tough rolling fairways and fast greens. The natural changes in elevation and thought-provoking bunkering provide a stern challenge, but the secluded woodland setting guarantees complete privacy and peace of mind for members.

• Build Year: 1918
• Length: 6631 yards
• Par: 70
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers, and vegetation
• Average Slope Rating: 131
• Facilities Available: A golf course, country club facilities, and resort-style accommodations
• Golf Course Designer: Willie Park Jr.
• Address: 800 Rue Laro, Roxton Pond, QC J0E 1Z0, Canada

20. Northview Golf & Country Club, Surrey

Northview, in Surrey, British Columbia, features two Arnold Palmer-designed courses, Ridge and Canal. The Ridge Course is particularly noteworthy as it was at one time a PGA Tour venue and contains several demanding water hazards and pristine greens. The club looks superb, with multiple mountain ranges set in the background, and has a host of modern conveniences and services, which make it popular for tournaments.

• Build Year: 1994
• Length: 6900 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards and bunkers.
• Average Slope Rating: 130
• Facilities Available: A practice centre, a golf academy, and dining options
• Golf Course Designer: Arnold Palmer
• Address: 6857 168 St, Surrey, BC V3S 3T6, Canada

21. George's Golf and Country Club, Ontario

St. George's Golf and Country Club, located in Toronto, has always been among the top-ranked courses in Canada. Stanley Thompson brilliantly designed this course with substantial elevation changes, complicated putting areas, and clever use of sand traps. Playing on this course requires care and cleverness. It has hosted many Canadian Opens and deserves its reputation as a genuine championship test.

• Build Year: 1917
• Length: 7014 yards
• Par: 70
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards, bunkers (sand traps), and out-of-bounds areas
• Average Slope Rating: 129
• Facilities Available: Tennis courts, swimming pools, and potentially fitness centres
• Golf Course Designer: Stanley Thompson.
• Address: 1668 Islington Ave, Etobicoke, ON M9A 3M9, Canada

22. Westmount Golf & Country Club, Ontario

Westmount Golf & Country Club is a reputable private club located in Kitchener, Ontario, featuring a classic and challenging layout by Stanley Thompson. The golf course consists of old tree-lined fairways, a wavy/rolling landmass, and complex green spots that demand a good eye. That said, it provides a classic and sophisticated golf experience in a parkland style.

• Build Year: 1931
• Length: 6996 yards
• Par: 73
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards like ponds, streams, and lakes, as well as sand bunkers
• Average Slope Rating: 129
• Facilities Available: A golf training centre, tennis courts, dining options, and social events
• Golf Course Designer: Stanley Thompson
• Address: 50 Inverness Dr, Kitchener, ON N2M 4Z9, Canada

23. Hamilton Golf and Country Club, Ancaster

Located in Ancaster, Ontario, Hamilton is well-known for its Harry Colt design and beautiful, rolling parkland-type layout. With three nines, there is diversity, and the bunkers are deep, and the greens are difficult for even the best. The Hamilton Golf and Country Club has hosted the Canadian Open many times over the years, reflecting a rich tournament history.

• Build Year: 1894
• Length: 6853 yards
• Par: 70
• Number of Holes: 27
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water, bunkers, and vegetation
• Average Slope Rating: 127
• Facilities Available: Practice areas and a clubhouse with dining and event spaces
• Golf Course Designer: Harry Colt
• Address: 232 Golf Links Rd, Ancaster, ON L9G 2N5, Canada

24. The Harvest Golf Club, Kelowna

Located in Kelowna, British Columbia, the Harvest Golf Club is set among apple and cherry fruit orchards and offers a different, pretty "parkland" golf experience. The fairways are wide, the course is easy to walk, and the views of the valley and the province are expansive (wide open sky). The layout incorporates a working orchard, giving it a special charm and challenge.

• Build Year: 1994
• Length: 7109 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Moderate
• Types of Hazards: Water, bunkers, and vegetation
• Average Slope Rating: 127
• Facilities Available: A large practice facility, a golf shop, a full-service clubhouse, and event and wedding venues
• Golf Course Designer: Graham Cooke
• Address: 2725 K. L. O. Rd, Kelowna, BC V1W 4S1, Canada
  

25. Talking Rock Golf Course, British Columbia

Talking Rock Golf Course is in harmony with its natural environment and reflects Indigenous tradition and culture. The course offers wooded fairways, significant elevation changes, and a spectacular finishing hole that plays along the lake. The layout is designed to maintain the landscape's inherent character while providing a peaceful, scenic, and strategic golf experience for golfers of all levels.

• Build Year: 2007
• Length: 7129 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards like ponds along the course, and the natural, rugged terrain of the sandy forest
• Average Slope Rating: 127 
• Facilities Available: A practice area with a driving range, chipping green, putting green, and sand bunker
• Golf Course Designer: Jay Morrish
• Address: 1663 Little Shuswap Lake Rd, Chase, BC V0E 1M2, Canada

26. Capilano Golf and Country Club, West Vancouver

Set in West Vancouver, Capilano is a Stanley Thompson classic, showcasing sky-high evergreens and commanding views of Burrard Inlet. The course itself features exciting elevation changes and immaculate conditioning, making each round a unique experience; the private clubhouse, only minutes from downtown, caters to an elevated experience from the first tee.

• Build Year: 1937
• Length: 6706 yards
• Par: 72
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Penalty areas (formerly water hazards) and bunkers
• Average Slope Rating: 113
• Facilities Available: A pro shop, rental clubs, and leagues
• Golf Course Designer: Stanley Thompson
• Address: 420 Southborough Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7S 1M2, Canada

27. Victoria Golf Club, Victoria

Located on the rugged coastline of Vancouver Island, Victoria Golf Club is Canada's oldest golf club at its original location. The ocean breezes and coastal vistas shape the seaside holes at Victoria Golf Club, while the historic clubhouse presents tradition and charm. Another advantage is the playability throughout the year, which is not common in other West Coast courses.

• Build Year: 1893
• Length: 6156 yards
• Par: 70
• Number of Holes: 18
• Green Speeds: Fast
• Types of Hazards: Water hazards (lakes, ponds, rivers) and bunkers (sand traps)
• Average Slope Rating: 113
• Facilities Available: A 2-tiered, 61-stall driving range with target greens
• Golf Course Designer: A.V. Macan
• Address: 1110 Beach Dr, Victoria, BC V8S 2M9, Canada