Mountainous terrains, prairies, and foothills, name it and Alberta probably has it. The great sceneries of Alberta, Canada will definitely make a tourist fall in love in no time. This province can accommodate different kind of tourists as the place offers several activities such as hiking, skiing, and even golfing. In fact, there are plenty of golf courses around the province. Among the available golf courses in Alberta, here are our top picks:

  • Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course
  • Innisfail Golf Club
  • Dinosaur Trail Golf & Country Club
  • Stoney Nakoda Resort’s Golf
  • Banff Springs Golf Club
  • Northern Bear Golf Club

Each of these golf courses can give any golfer a unique thrilling experience. Players who are having a hard time in choosing the right golf course for them must read the reviews below:

Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course

As one of the first mountain courses in Canada, the Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course has already established its name. This 18-hole course was opened in 1925. It was designed by the renowned golf course architect Stanley Thompson.

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The best thing about this golf course is that it is connected to the luxurious Fairmont Hotel. It allows players to enjoy the game and relax at the same time. Golfers who have no plan of staying overnight can still enjoy the sceneries here because the golf course is within a perfectly carved forest surrounded by mountains.

This golf course has been awarded as the Best Golf Resort in Canada by the SCOREGolf Magazine. The same magazine also bestowed the Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course as the #1 Public Course in Canada. If these recognitions are not yet enough to prove Jasper’s great reputation, it would be nice to mention that it is included in the Top 100 Golf Resorts in the World according to the Conde Naste Traveller.

Innisfail Golf Club

Located in the south of Red Deer, Innisfail Golf Club will surely test your golf skills. It offers 27 holes laid in the scenic tight fairways. Try not to be distracted by the beautiful sceneries, because the picturesque lush green is something to behold while playing here. This location used to be Alberta’s best kept secrets but it is slowly getting popular to players that it is no longer a secret at all.

Golf enthusiasts may play the three 9-golf courses namely The Aspen Course, Hazelwood Course, and Spruce Course. These challenging courses will let you have fun. The facility of this club can handle a maximum of 150 people. Other amenities of the club include driving range, barbeque area, and a patio.

Bill Robinson designed this golf course that has been chosen to be the host of Alberta Mens’ Amateur Championship and Alberta Senior Ladies Championship.

Dinosaur Trail Golf & Country Club 

The story behind this golf club is interesting as its name. It is said that some dinosaur fossils are buried in the hillside of the area. The simple design of its golf course can be a downfall for some players, but the Dinosaur Trail Golf and Country Club offers amazing experience. Players can play 2 different styles course in this 18-hole layout. The club also features a pro shop where you can get all the golfing items that you might need.

This golf club is located in Drumheller, Alberta, which is a hot bed for ancient dinosaur bones. Drumheller is also where the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology is situated. Golf players can do a little side trip here after their game.

Another great thing about the Dinosaur Trial Golf Club is the fact that Chef Peter McDiarmid serves mouthwatering burgers and battered fish. Members will absolutely enjoy every bit of this club.

Stoney Nakoda Resort’s Golf

The Stoney Nakoda Resort and Casino offers a twist for golf players. This resort is located in Kananaskis, Alberta. The Kananaskis Country Golf Course is a classic favorite among the golfers in Canada. It showcases 36-hole layout. The course is designed by none other than Robert Trent Jones.

When the golf course was damaged due to intense flood back in 2013 the Stoney Nakoda Resort was a great place to drop in and play in the mountains on a golf simulator. Players can select among the 28 courses available. Pebble Beach, Myrtle Beach, and Spyglass Hill are just few courses that can be found in this game. Note that walk-ins are not allowed in the resort so players are advised to book in advance.

Aside from playing golf, players may also try the casino games in the resort. Guests may refer to this authority online casino review site to check out the game that will fit them.

Banff Springs Golf Club

The Devil’;s Cauldron (No. 4) of Banff Springs Golf Club is a must play. Similar with Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course, the Banff Springs Golf Club is attached to Fairmont Hotel. This area offers 18 holes for the golfers to play against a majestic scenery of Canada's Rocky Mountains.

Devil's Cauldron at the Banff Springs Golf Course
Devil’s Cauldron at the Banff Springs Golf Course

A review about this course stated that “no golf courses that can rival the Stanley Thompson course for unreal beauty.” Players will surely be mesmerized. Aside from the panoramic beauty of the place, your tummy will also be satisfied by Stanley's Smokehouse Restaurant located at the center of the club. After playing, golfers may also opt to stay in the comfortable beds and cozy rooms of Fairmont Hotel.

Northern Bear Golf Club

As the only signature design of Jack Nicklaus in Alberta, the Northern Bear Golf Club takes pride on its layout. The club is considered to be one of the best golf courses available to public. The location of the club is very ideal because it is near the Edmonton in Sherwood Park.

The Northern Bear has 18 holes, 72 par, and 143 slopes. It was built in 2002 and has been famous among the golfers in Alberta since then. The area is designed meticulously as there are tree lined fairways, bunker that are strategically located, and lakes and greens. Golf players will surely have a great experience in this best club house in Western Canada.

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