A perfect drive around Saskatchewan
With more courses per capita than any other destination in the world, it’s no wonder golfers choose Saskatchewan for their golf holiday. From Swift Current to Yorkton and from Regina to Waskesiu, we have more than 220 courses to test the skill of every level of player.
Not only will you experience high quality golf, you will find modest green fees, accessible tee times and prairie hospitality. Whether you bring a group of golfers, the family on vacation or visit Saskatchewan on business, there’s always a great course nearby. When you leave the links, you can enjoy our 100,000 lakes and rivers, attractions, shopping, dining and entertainment.
Regina and Southeast
With all that Regina and southeast Saskatchewan has to offer golfers, it’s easy to see why its become a must-play route. You simply have to see it for yourself to understand what all the excitement is about. There are prairie and links-style courses, and resort tracks that wind their way through forests of poplar and birc
Deer Valley Golf and Estates
Near Regina is the stunning and challenging 18-hole championship Deer Valley Golf and Estates which winds through prairie terrain along Wascana Creek in the beautiful Qu’Appelle Valley. Opened in July 2001, it quickly established itself as a favorite course for golfers from across Western Canada and beyond.
Deer Valley’s reputation was set a couple of year ago when The Globe and Mail newspaper rated the par-3 second signature hole as the fifth best hole in all of Canada. They gushed, "It offers an unforgettable vista of valley dunes and stands of aspen against an endless sky," At 6,782 yards off the tips, it’s 74 bunkers and slope of 176, it easily adds up to a challenging par 72. Ph. (306 731-1445) www.prairielinksgolf.com
Long Creek Golf and Country Club
It’s hard to top Long Creek Golf and Country Club, just 40 minutes south of Regina near Avonlea for hospitality and a quality golfing experience. Golfers will find a relaxing country club atmosphere and challenging golf at a delightful 18-hole track. It’s set in a beautiful prairie valley with old stand elm and ash trees, and a creek meandering around the course.
This 6,528-yard course favours the patient shotmaker and the brave. The nerve-wracking par-5 signature hole is renowned. It plays 451 yards off the blue tees, from a cliff to a tight landing area guarded by a stream and wooded area on the other side. There are other signature holes. Ph. (306) 868-4432 www.prairielinksgolf.com
Katepwa Beach Golf Course
Discover the scenic nine-hole Katepwa Beach Golf Course in the Qu’Appelle Valley an hour east of Regina. It’s enviable reputation is built on its quality conditions and services. It also sports a new clubhouse with decks overlooking the Qu’Appelle Valley and Katepwa Lake.
The course features undulating terrain, dramatic elevation changes and lovingly maintained greens. Four holes have the feel of an inland valley course with teeing areas high above fairways and greens. Other holes are higher and more exposed to the elements. The 5th hole is an intriguing par three with an uphill tee shot and a vista that conjures up the Saskatchewan motto "Land of the Living Skies." Ph. (306) 332-2582 www.katepwabeach.com
Golf Kenosee
If you picture Saskatchewan as a never-ending series of flat fields, you will be pleasantly surprised with Golf Kenosee located three hours southeast of Regina near Carlyle. Sitting in a 40,000 hectare park on the highest plateau in the southeast, Golf Kenosee is an “island forest” of poplar, ash, fir and white birch in Moose Mountain Provincial Park.
At 5,483-yards with fairways lined with trees, this 18-hole resort course puts a premium on straight, accurate shots. It’s sheltered fairways are player friendly even on a windy day. There’s no end to off-course attractions – camping, hiking, waterslides and the Bear Claw Casino near the White Bear Golf Course. Ph. (306) 577-4422 www.saskgolfer.com/kenosee
White Bear Golf Course
Just down the road from Golf Kenosee is the White Bear Golf Course, one of Saskatchewan's favorite 18-hole championship layouts, renowned for its scenic beauty and quality conditions. For golfers there's much to enjoy over the course's more than 6,700 yards of well-treed fairway.
The course is part of the White Bear Lake Resort set amidst the white birch forest near the shores of its namesake. Playing to a par-72 off three sets of tees, it features long challenging fairways in an elevated plateau of hills, lakes, ponds and lush aspen and white birch trees. This shotmaker’s course has bent grass greens and the only white silica sand bunkers in southern Saskatchewan. Ph. Toll Free 1 (800) 577 4902 www.saskgolfer.com/whitebear
Saskatoon
The Saskatoon district is Saskatchewan’s playground for golfers with more high-end, quality courses than anywhere in the province. Tee off at one of the district’s 18, 27 or 36-hole target, links or rolling links-style golf courses. Or head down the road a few more miles to a couple of the newest and sweetest championship prairie courses in the province.
Saskatoon Golf and Country Club (West)
Since Saskatoon Golf and Country Club (West) opened in 1991, the Cornish and Robinson layout quickly became a favorite. Its "target" design with ample bunkers, water hazards and large undulating greens reward the strategic shot-maker. Its located on a former city tree nursery so has made extensive use of existing trees in its layout.
The track was chosen one of the Top 100 public courses in Canada by Golf Course Ranking Magazine in 2001. The challenging par 72 track is playable for all levels of golf. With four sets of tees, yardage varies from 5,395 yards off the ladies tees to 6,700 yards off the back with a 129 slope. Ph. (306) 931-4653 www.saskatoongcc.com
The Willows Golf and Country Club
The Willows has emerged as one of Saskatchewan’s premiere golf facilities. It offers a challenge to both the novice and accomplished golfer with 36 holes of rolling dunes style golf. With four sets of tees, the course offers two sets of 18 holes built around a theme of dunes, sand and water.
A large southwestern clubhouse, one of the finest in the province, sits in the middle of the property located in the south part of Saskatoon. The courses include 14 beautiful lakes, 144 silica sand traps and the course's signature hole, Island Green. Ph. (306) 956-4653 www.willowsgolf.com
Moonlake Golf and Country Club
This 27-hole links-style championship course is located 19 km southwest of Saskatoon on Valley Road. While not a true links course – it’s a wee bit of Scotland – Moonlake is as close as you’re going to get here in Saskatchewan. The course was architecturally designed by the well-known firm of Golf Design Services (GDS), which is headed up by Les Furber.
With four sets of tees and three separate nines each playing to par 36 – named Moors, Highlands and Heather – this well-conditioned course provides a quality golfing experience for all levels of player. Off-course, the clubhouse facilities are located in a cozy, restored turn-of-the-century railway station. (306) 382-5500 Online booking www.moonlakegolf.com
Dakota Dunes Golf Links
The Dakota Dunes Golf Links boasts a unique 18-hole championship golf course that was named one of the “10 best new courses in Canada” by the National Post in its 2004 annual golf review. Renowned Canadian golf architects Graham Cooke and Wayne Carleton, sculpted the track in the rugged, windswept sand dunes overlooking the Saskatchewan River Valley Basin 25 minutes south of Saskatoon.
This 7,300-yard first-class prairie track is the first stage in a destination resort project that will see the Saskatoon Tribal Council invest $50 to $60 million for a casino, hotel, spa and convention centre. Golfers will need to negotiate contoured fairways, 104 pot bunkers and 39 devilish waste-sand areas. The course is RCGA rated at 74.7 off the championship tees. Ph. Toll Free 1-877-414-4653 www.dakotadunes.ca
Perdue Golf Oasis and RV Resort
Saskatchewan’s newest, high-end golf course, is Perdue Oasis Golf & RV Resort located 33-minutes west of Saskatoon on Highway 14. The track is nestled between the eastern flank of the Bear Hills and Lake Vanscoy, just west of Perdue. The southwest-style upscale clubhouse, with its 2,200 square-foot terrace, allows beautiful vistas.
Built by designer Glen Campbell, Prairie Oasis offers something for all levels of play. It features bent grass greens and tees, six water hazards and one of Saskatchewan’s largest sand bunkers. The course is a playable par 71 at 6,794 yards from the black tees, 6,042 yards from the gold and 5,222 from the white. Plans are to eventually expand from the present 20 holes to 27. Ph. (306) 237-4653 www.OasisGolf.info.
Southwest
If you start your tour of the southwest at Swift Current, there are two popular traditional golf courses to enjoy and test your abilities. After that, head north and find three breathtaking prairie tracks overlooking the largest freshwater body in southern Saskatchewan. With 800 kilometres of shoreline, Lake Diefenbaker boasts three lakeside provincial parks and a handful of nearby regional parks.
Elmwood Golf and Country Club
Elmwood first opened its links for play in Swift Current along the Swift Current Creek in 1917. This beautiful course, located on the east side of the city off Highway 4, is enjoyable for all level of skills.
Much more difficult than it first appears, Elmwood makes use of the hilly and well-treed landscape and creek. The par-71 track measures nearly 6,300 yards off the back tees. The demanding 7th hole is considered one of the signature holes - an uphill challenge that demands fairway accuracy. Off course, the modern clubhouse offers full service facilities and an outdoor patio overlooking the links. Ph. (306) 773-2722 www.elmwoodgc.com
Chinook Golf Course
Chinook’s 6,462-yard, par 71 golf course is located on the south-side of Swift Current along a bend in the Swift Current Creek. The traditional course benefits from the frequent appearance of Chinooks blowing in from Alberta and a full irrigation system that helps keep the course in excellent playing condition throughout the golf season.
Beside the creek, Horseshoe Lake sits in the middle of this municipal course. With water coming into play on about nine holes, make sure your bag is stocked with balls before starting. The course is frequented by ducks, geese, pelicans, beavers, and a few deer. Ph. (306) 778-2776 www.city.swift-current.sk.ca
Saskatchewan Landing Golf Resort
A couple of year ago the new championship track at Saskatchewan Landing and Golf Resort opened a half hour north of Swift Current to rave reviews. It overlooks the bluffs above Lake Diefenbaker, one of the largest lakes in the province and a startling discovery when you come off the barren prairie.
At 6,930-yards off the tips, its links-style is unique in Saskatchewan, resembling a desert and native prairie course such as those in Arizona. With average size greens, natural rough and prairie winds, shotmakers will use every club in the bag. The course is located in a provincial park with 250 campsites, a boat launch, hiking trails and a cottage subdivision. Ph. (306) 375-2233 www.sasklandinggolfresort.com
Riverbreaks Golf Resort
Using the natural terrain overlooking Lake Diefenbaker, the Riverbreaks Golf Resort is an exciting nine-hole course in the Arizona tradition. It’s located in Palliser Regional Park – steps from the Riverhurst ferry landing area - which includes a new hotel, swimming pool, marina and other amenities.
Links-syle fairways play through sagebrush hills, gullies and natural sand dunes, creating a unique and testy experience. A 168-foot drop on the 7th hole is not only a spectacular sight, it also provides a great challenge. The signature hole 8th stretches 515-yards along a gully to a large, undulating green protected by sand dunes and a pond. Ph. (306) 353-2065 www.prairielinksgolf.com
Harbor Golf Club and Resort
On the bluffs overlooking the north end of Lake Diefenbaker sits Harbor Golf Club and Resort at Elbow. This championship, full-length course is a perennial favorite for everyone from families to low handicappers.
The bluffs consist of relatively open terrain but are punctuated by thickly treed coulees and ravines which affect play on several holes. Because of a prevailing wind off the lake, the course may play as long as the 500 mile shoreline of Lake Diefenbaker. You will need to hit a blind shot at least 165 yards in order to safely clear a ravine on the memorable par-4, 16th hole. Ph. (306) 854-2300 www.harborgolfclub.com
North
Bordered to the north by the Canadian Shield and to the south by the prairie parkland, Northern Saskatchewan is home to some of the province’s best golf. In a land of 100,000 lakes and dense boreal forest, it’s not surprising these courses tend to be traditional layouts with golfers needing to negotiate plenty of trees and water and beauty.
Elk Ridge Resort
At the doorstep of the renowned Prince Albert National Park is the spectacular 27-hole Elk Ridge Resort, one of the premiere four-season resort destinations in the province. Off course activities in the Lakeland district and nearby national park include boating, hiking, swimming and fishing. The course itself is located north of the prairie flatlands and deep in the lush boreal forest.
Each hole is highlighted with three sets of tees leading to spacious bent grass greens. A mature forest, natural water hazards and silica sand bunkers make it exciting for shotmakers. Stretching from 5,200 to 6,800 yards, all combinations will challenge you with ratings up to 73/130. Ph. Toll Free 1-800-510-1824 www.elkridgeresort.com
Evergreen Golf Club
The peaceful Evergreen Golf Club at Nipawin is considered one of the most beautiful and picturesque courses around, and is one of the top rated by media. Cut through the evergreen forest of the Northeast at Nipawin, the 18-hole championship 6,539-yard layout is a frequent host to provincial competitions.
At a rating of 71.9 and slope of 129, golfers at Evergreen are tested with fairways bordered by Northern spruce and pine. While there are few silica sand-traps, greens tend to be large and undulating.It offers numerous golf packages in Nipawin, ranging from luxury accommodation to golf-and-houseboat deals. Ph. (306) 862-4811 www.nipawin.com/evergreengolf/
Northern Meadows Golf Club
The nine-hole Northern Meadows Golf Club can be found at Goodsoil in northwestern Saskatchewan near Meadow Lake Provincial Park, the largest provincial park in Saskatchewan. Fairways are cut out of the boreal forest and feature wide-open landing areas over gently rolling terrain. The quality conditioning of the course is also evident in the smoothly-rolling bent grass greens.
The existing 3,360 yard par-36 front nine has a rating/slope of 73/126. The back nine is currently under construction and once completed in 2006, will provide the golf enthusiast with an 18-hole, 6,920 yard, par-72 championship golf course. Ph. (306) www.northernmeadows.com
Spiritwood Golf Club
A scenic, lake-side golf course, Spiritwood Golf Club measures 5,865 from the back tees and is a popular tourist course. It’s situated on the historic Carlton Trail in the lakes district of northwest Saskatchewan near the junction of Highways 24, 378 and 3.
At par-72 and slope of 122, Spiritwood course is a classic layout with rolling greens guarded by bunkers, 12 water holes, and an ever-hanging foliage. It’s well-known for its scenery and wildlife such as deer, bird-life and even Japanese Koi fish in its ponds. Accomodation is available at the Victorian-style Inn on The 10th, a new bed and breakfast. Ph. (306) 883-2731. www.sasktelwebsite.net/gpilling/
West Central
Rivers and lakes form an important part of the landscape in West Central Saskatchewan which have been used to create some of the finest golfing experiences in the province. You will find traditional courses along the North Saskatchewan River at Lloydminster and North Battleford, a lakeside resort course just north of North Battleford, and a family track at the Valley Regional Park at Rosthern.
Lloydminster Golf and Country Club
The Lloydminster Golf and Country Club course is considered one of the most relaxing and pleasurable courses in Saskatchewan. The course is often lauded for its quality course conditions and is picked as one of the top courses and tournament sites.
Located a stone’s throw from the Alberta border, its 7,000-yard championship golf course is well-treed throughout, featuring lush fairways and high quality greens. Water is in play on more than half of the holes and many bunkers are placed to guard landing areas and greens. Holes 4 and 16 - both picturesque par 3s over water - are considered the signature holes. Ph. (306) 825-5494 www.lloydminstergolfclub.com
North Battleford Golf and Country Club
One of Saskatchewan's most scenic courses, the 18 holes at North Battleford Golf and Country Club offers challenging golf and breath-taking views of the Saskatchewan River Valley. In order to make par on this traditional public course, the layout requires golfers to be patient and exercise course management.
There are stimulating holes for golfers, judging by the vital stats. The men's par is 72 and ladies 74, stretching 6,638 yards off the tips with a slope as high as 119. The signature holes, 11, 12 and 13 are North Battleford's version of the renowned Amen Corner at Augusta. Ph. (306) 937.5659 www.battlefords.com/golf
Jackfish Lodge and Conference Centre
Where else can you combine the attractions of a beautiful resort set atop the hills overlooking a Northern lake, a wonderful provincial park with hiking trails, fishing and mountain biking, and even better golf? Try Jackfish Lodge Golf and Conference Centre located 30 minutes north of the Battlefords in Battlefords Provincial Park.
This par-71, 6,601-yard resort course is laid out along scenic Jackfish Lake, rolling hills (slope 114), around the trees and shrubs of the Prairie Parkland area. Be prepared to use every club in the bag, with a variety of different shots, green sizes and terrain. Ph. (306) 386.2877 www.jackfishlodge.com
Valley Golf and Country Club
Midway between Saskatoon and Price Albert, lies the Valley Golf and Country Club in the Valley Regional Park near Rosthern. The course features affordable family golf in a park-like setting. This newly configured 18-hole parkland course allows for generous landing areas off three sets of tees, measuring 6,707 yards off the tips. Fairways tend to be quite wide but not densely tree-lined. Greens are large but undulations aren’t drastic enough to get your knees knocking.
Off course services include a 56-site campground, electrical sites, beach volleyball, a toddler’s corner, creative playground, ball diamond, miniature golf facilities and a concession. There’s also a day-use picnic area. Ph. (306) 232-5000 www.valleyregionalpark.com
East Central
From the prairie to the boreal forest, the east central region showcases nature at its grandest in Saskatchewan. Golfers can tee up at Yorkton and enjoy a traditional course in a parkland setting. Continuing their tour east or north, they there are provincial parks with wonderful forested courses that require target golf or family golf in one of Saskatchewan’s popular regional parks.
Deer Park Golf Course
Situated just west of Yorkton, player-friendly Deer Park Golf Course is a beautiful setting anyone can enjoy. Since the 1920s when Deer Park was established and developed into one of the province’s top courses, the 6,082-yard venue has hosted every major local tournament and various provincial competitions.
When the Clubhouse comes into view after leaving the main road, golfers are greeted by a hilltop view with rolling terrain, heavily wooded areas and four ponds. A three-year, nearly $1 million upgrade of the par-72 course was recently completed. The signature hole 8th takes steady nerves to hit a well-guarded green from an elevated tee. Ph. (306) 786-1711 www.golfdeerpark.com
Green Hills Golf Resort
One of the newest championship resort courses is Green Hills Golf and Country Club at Greenwater Provincial Park, considered the best kept secret in east central Saskatchewan. The natural topography of the course features pleasant elevation changes, prime boreal forest, silica sand, and gently undulating bent grass greens favor the tactical golfer.
This friendly full-length course of 6,717-yards, located 30 minutes north of Kelvington, recently underwent a major $2-million expansion. The clubhouse is equipped with a full-service, licensed restaurant, plus a deck where you can enjoy the spectacular vistas and wildlife. Book tee times and hotel in advance. (306) 278-2489. www.greenhillsgolfresort.com
Madge Lake Golf Resort
Tucked away in Duck Mountain Provincial Park west of Kamsack on the Manitoba border, Madge Lake Golf Resort sits atop a 240-metre plateau like “an island of green in a sea of grain.” The course is heavily wooded with aspen, fir and birch forest that provide excellent wildlife habitat and ball-stealing ravens.
Madge Lake’s par 69, 5,556-yard course Madge Lake favors the accurate target golfer. Fairways are narrow and tree-lined. On the difficult first hole, golfers are immediately challenged by a left to right sloping dogleg left., Greens tend to be small, and sometimes, severely sloped. Off-course attractions include camping, fishing, sandy beaches and horseback riding. (306) 542-3485 www.se.gov.sk.ca/saskparks
Pasquia Park Golf Course
Lying adjacent to a tight bend in the Carrot River, the nine-hole Pasquia Park Golf Course has long been a family favorite among golfers and vacationers. The course starts high on the prairies and then descends into a bowl formed by the valley, where the terrain becomes lushly wooded and gently rolling.
This par-37, 6,482-yard track rewards the accurate, target golfer. Seven of the fairways start with narrow chute bordered by trees. The par-4 sixth is considered the most difficult hole thanks to just such a chute. Mature spruce, poplar and low-lying bush will punish errant shots on most holes. Off-course amenities include a new clubhouse, 50-unit campsite, swimming and paddling pools. Ph. (306) 768-2880 www.saskregionalparks.ca
Good Spirit Lake Golf and Country Club
Good Spirit Golf and Country Club is located adjacent to Good Spirit Villas and Inn, a half hour off the Yellowhead Highway northwest of Yorkton. This facility offers a friendly and challenging 6,276-yard layout for recreational and experienced golfers.
The peaceful Good Spirit is well-treed in this parkland setting, with both sand traps and water hazards requiring additional accuracy and skills. The par-72 course has a slope of 127. Built in 1985, this resort course has hotel rooms, two and three bedroom villas, meeting rooms and RV sites. Off-course attractions at the nearby Good Spirit Provincial Park include hiking, boating, fishing and sand dunes. www.goodspiritvillas-golf.com
Melfort Golf and Country Club
The Melfort Golf and Country takes maximum advantage of a relatively open layout to create one of the most challenging tracks in the region. Although Melfort opened in 1947, its record score still stands at only 68, a testament to its difficulty. The club has hosted several provincial competitions and a national junior ladies championship.
Target golfers will excel at Melfort where water comes into play on eight holes and greens are small. The long par-3, 17th has developed a reputation as a game breaker. To reach a small, severely sloping green on this 217-yard hole, golfers must clear the water often in a prevailing wind. www.golfmelfort.com
