The Vancouver Island Golf Trail
A 250-kilometre golf trail of Pacific paradise from Victoria to Campbell River awaits golfers on Vancouver Island – consistently ranked in the Top North American Islands by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. From the breathtaking beauty of Bear Mountain Golf Club and Olympic View Golf Club in the South, to the opulence and luxury of Crown Isle Resort in the North, there is “plenty of gold medal-worthy golf” on Vancouver Island according to GOLF Magazine with a selection of 12 destination golf courses, exceptional golf packages, convenient transportation options, world-renowned island hospitality and a multitude of après golf activities! Discover the urban charm of Victoria, Cowichan Valley’s wine country, the magnificent beaches of Parksville Qualicum Beach, and the pristine wilderness of Comox Valley and Campbell River – you can explore it all on the Vancouver Island Golf Trail.
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What Is Golf Vancouver Island
Golf Vancouver Island is a one-stop-shop for booking golf vacations on Vancouver Island. Golf Vancouver Island proudly offers BUYER DIRECT GOLF PACKAGES to the Vancouver Island Golf Trail. Owned and operated by the golf courses of Vancouver Island, Golf Vancouver Island’s DIRECT ADVANTAGE is the best pricing and selection of 12 golf courses and 11 accommodation options for your Vancouver Island Golf Trail vacation in Pacific paradise. Visit GolfVancouverIsland.ca and/or call toll free 1-888-465-3239
Media Relations: Chris Elder
Phone: 250-889-0973
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Victoria Golf Courses
Highland Pacific Golf
Carved from the Highland wilderness in Victoria, Highland Pacific’s lush bent grass fairways thread through a majestic landscape of West Coast forest, rock, fescue and natural water features, boasting panoramic views of the city of Victoria, Olympic Mountains, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Bear Mountain and Thetis Lake Park.
The Pacific Nine opened in October of 2008 and has quickly become one of the jewels of the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, with wide, sweeping fairways, dramatic elevation changes and challenging greens. The Highland Nine opened in the spring of 2010 and boasts a similar test of golf with wider views of the city of Victoria. Highland Pacific is a definite “must play” addition for both locals and destination golfers!
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6616
- Par: 71
- Rating: 72.6
- Slope: 131
- Course Architect: Chris Young
- Media Relations: Jeff Palmer, General Manager
- Telephone: 250-478-4653
- Web: www.highlandpacificgolf.com
Bear Mountain Golf Club – Mountain & Valley Courses
Situated in the foothills of Mount Finlayson with breathtaking views of Victoria’s seaside harbour, the 800-acre master-planned community of Bear Mountain offers the best of both worlds: an idyllic natural setting and a location only minutes from the alluring, sophisticated and charming city of Victoria, BC. In a spot that only nature could have conceived, Bear Mountain offers a rugged and verdant mountainside landscape with vistas of the Olympic Mountain Range, the Strait of Georgia and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Countless visitors have been drawn to Bear Mountain for its superlative golf experience at Canada’s only 36-hole Nicklaus-designed golf resort.
No name is more legendary in the game of golf and course design than Jack Nicklaus, and the developers at Bear Mountain Resort are the first to bring that name to Victoria. Originally introduced in 2003, the cornerstone of the Bear Mountain Golf Club is the Jack and Steve Nicklaus co-designed Mountain Course, the first ever collaboration of Jack and his son Steve. The Mountain Course is a masterpiece, offering challenging terrain and spectacular natural beauty. A par 72 playing at 7,212 yards, the course takes full advantage of its setting atop a 1,100-foot mountain, exhibiting dramatic elevation changes and awe-inspiring views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, the Olympic Mountain range and the city or Victoria.
The Bear Mountain Resort Valley Course – the second of two Nicklaus Design golf courses at Bear Mountain – opened for play on June 1st, 2009, positioning Bear Mountain Resort as the only 36-hole Nicklaus Design golf offering in Canada. The Valley Course’s par 71, 6,807 yard, 18-hole Nicklaus Design is at a lower elevation than the Mountain Course but boasts the same spectacular west coast rock and water features for which Bear Mountain has become renowned. As Jack himself put it when discussing the Valley Course “I promise you this is going to be something pretty special”.
Mountain Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 7212
- Par: 72
- Rating: 75.1
- Slope: 152
- Architect(s): Jack and Steve Nicklaus
Valley Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6807
- Par: 71
- Rating: 72.9
- Slope: 135
- Architect: Nicklaus Design
- Telephone: 250-391-7160
- Media Relations: Rob Larocque, Director of Golf
- Telephone: 250-744-2327
- Web: www.bearmountain.ca
Olympic View Golf Club
The Olympic View Golf Club boasts tranquillity and nature, punctuated by two waterfalls, twelve lakes, mountain vistas, and playful deer and eagles. If some of the golf shots on this target venue quicken your pulse, the tranquillity of the setting should help to calm and center you. The variety of golf holes constitute individual masterpieces that meld together to form a larger piece of golf art. Discover why Olympic View consistently rates among the top golf courses in North America. Located 15 minutes from downtown Victoria
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6534
- Par: 72
- Rating: 71.9
- Slope: 123
- Course Architect: Bill Robinson
- Media Relations: Randy Frank, General Manager
- Telephone: 250-474-3673
- Web: www.olympicviewgolf.com
Cowichan Valley Golf Courses
Arbutus Ridge Golf Club
Set atop a plateau overlooking the Southern Gulf Islands, Arbutus Ridge boasts breathtaking views including Mt. Baker’s mighty snow-capped peak and offers a sublime golf challenge complete with an island green within its tranquil country setting. Etched in your memory upon completing your round will be three of the most demanding finishing holes on Vancouver Island, punctuated by the knee-rattling 214-yard par 3 island green on the 17th hole. The establishment has taken great pride in its environmental sustainability efforts and has earned numerous accolades over the years, including the 2017 Tourism Vancouver Island Employer of the Year award. Located in Cobble Hill, 40 minutes North of Victoria.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6168
- Par: 70/71
- Rating: 70
- Slope: 123
- Course Architect: Bill Robinson
- Media Relations: Andy Hajer, Head Professional
- Telephone: 250-743-5000
- Web: www.arbutusridgegolf.com
Cowichan Golf Club
With views of Cowichan Bay and surrounding mountains, this course lures golfers with its sedate rural charm. Cowichan opened as a 9-hole course in 1947 and officially opened as an 18-hole course on June 25, 1985. Here, fairways range from open to tight as they flow through orchards and tall stands of trees. Cowichan is the local’s secret that outsiders are thrilled to find out about in Duncan.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6189
- Par: 72
- Rating: 69
- Slope: 118
- Course Architect: A.V. Macan / Ken Worthington
- Media Relations: Norm Jackson, CPGA Professional
- Telephone: 250-746-5333
- Web: www.cowichangolfclub.ca
Parksville Qualicum Beach Golf Courses
Fairwinds Golf Club
Fairwinds is set in one of Canada’s last great, unspoiled places. Offering award-winning championship golf, breathtaking ocean vistas and a pristine natural setting. The challenging course, designed by architect Les Furber, demands strategic play with contoured greens and tree-lined fairways, but the stunning rainforest location and ocean views make it enjoyable for golfers of any level. A serene oceanfront resort and marina complement the Fairwinds experience. Located just 20 minutes from Nanaimo.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6151
- Par: 71
- Rating: 70.2
- Slope: 126
- Course Architect: Les Furber
- Media Relations: Travis Busch, Director of Golf
- Telephone: 250-468-7666
- Web: www.fairwinds.ca
Morningstar Golf Club
Enjoy the Morningstar experience! It is a wonderful golf course, with a rich history of hosting high profile events, and a team that is passionate about delivering a memorable experience. Designed by Canadian golf course architect, Les Furber, Morningstar offers five sets of tees and is fun for golfers of all abilities.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 7,018
- Par: 72
- Rating: 74.3
- Slope: 141
- Course Architect: Les Furber
- Media Relations: Barrie McWha
- Telephone: 604-741-3920
- Web: https://www.morningstargolf.com/
Comox Valley & Campbell River Golf Courses
Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community
Crown Isle Golf Resort and Community is an 831 acre, master-planned golf course and resort community located in the heart of the beautiful Comox Valley. The platinum rated Graham Cooke-designed championship golf course is superbly manicured alongside eleven lakes and boasts incredible views of the Beaufort mountains. Lining several fairways are the Villas at Crown Isle available for nightly accommodation, and you’ll find a marquee 48,000 sq foot resort centre fitted with several dining options, the golf shop, a fitness centre, ample meeting space, cognac room and classic car museum. Located in Courtenay, with terrific air access from Comox.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 7024
- Par: 72
- Rating: 73.5
- Slope: 120
- Course Architect: Graham Cooke
- Media Relations: Jason Andrew, Director of Golf
- Telephone: 250-207-0070
- Web: www.crownisle.ca
Storey Creek Golf Club
It does not take long to discover why Storey Creek Golf Club is “A Course in Nature”. Eagles soar, deer wander, and the occasional black bear ambles across the course. Carved out of the surrounding forest, Les Furber placed each hole in its own grove of trees, eighteen separate beacons of tranquillity. Located just south of the seaside town of Campbell River.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6699
- Par: 72
- Rating: 72.5
- Slope: 133
- Course Architect: Les Furber
- Media Relations: Steven MacPherson, Head Professional
- Telephone: 250-923-3673
- Website: www.storeycreek.bc.ca
Campbell River Golf Club
Campbell River Golf Club offers something for every level of golfer that’s inclusive, fun and positive. It includes fast greens, new water features and a state-of-the-art driving range (The Velocity Lounge) featuring Top Tracer Technology. On-site is the newly opened Naturally Pacific Resort, offering luxurious accommodation with the Immersion Spa and Carve Kitchen & Meatery.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 6051
- Par: 70
- Rating: 69.6
- Slope: 122
- Course Architect: Graham Cooke & Associates & Corey Black
- Media Relations: Amanda Mailman
- Telephone: 250-850-3395
- Website: https://www.naturallypacific.ca/golf/
Quadra Island Golf Club
Overlooking the Sutil Channel and coastal mountains, this professionally designed, the nine-hole public course provides 3,219 yards in a striking natural landscape that is pure enjoyment for both seasoned and beginner golfers. With a quick and easily-accessible ferry ride from downtown Campbell River and free shuttle service between the ferry to the course, Quadra Island Golf Club is a favourite course for locals and visiting golfers alike.
Course Statistics:
- Yardage: 3219
- Par: 36
- Rating: 72.2
- Slope: 134
- Course Architect: Ted Locke
- Media Relations: Dave Holoiday, General Manager
- Telephone: 250-285-2811
- Website: www.quadragolf.com