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 Golfing Information - Barrhead, Swan Hills and Westlock

Alberta boasts some of the best golf courses in Canada. Come experience Alberta's adventures in golf!

Golf the courses of North Central Alberta. Relax and enjoy golfing at its finest. Just imagine golfing in the complete peace and tranquility of a quiet country setting!

Below are listed golf courses located in Barrhead, Swan Hills and Westlock, Alberta. All of these golf courses are located within 30 to 50 minutes of Freeman River RV Park and Campground.

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Local Golf Courses:

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Barrhead Golf Course
Paddle River Golf Club (Barrhead)
Swan Hills Golf & Country Club
Westlock Golf Club

 

Barrhead Golf Course:

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Description Public Tee Times Clubhouse Facilities
Course Amenities Green Fees Course Address
 

Description

Designed by Golf Design Services, the Barrhead Golf Course is situated on rolling, wooded terrain along the Paddle River. Proximity to Edmonton and nearby camping has made this beautiful course very popular with tourists. City residents enjoy the course too and many come for its challenging level of play and its friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

Barrhead's contoured fairways are attractively framed by mature stands of trees. they have been designed in such a way that no two look or play the same.

the 4th is a tight driving par four that requires precision shot making. the presence of a creek cutting across the fairway restricts driving distance off the tee on this 405 yard hole. This sets up a long approach over the creek to a large, but very well guarded, green.

golf green with flag

Another good hole is the 6th with its excellent views of the Paddle River. Players start this 384 yard par four from an elevated tee and must place their shots to a narrow landing Campgroundbordered by tall large spruce on either side.

This course has two different characteristics. the original nine holes have wide open fairways, with medium-sized greens that are rather flat. the fairways on the newer nine holes are tree lined, well bunkered and quite narrow. the greens are fairly large with some very big breaks. the signature hole is #15, a 384-yard, par 4, with a dogleg left fairway. the tee shot must carry 160 yards over the Paddle River and uphill to a small green that is surrounded with bunkers and is quite undulating.

Course Amenities

18 Hole Public Course Power Cart Rental
Driving Range Pro Shop Equipment Rental
Practice Green Tee Time Reservations Interac
Yardage Markers Rain Checks MasterCard
Clubhouse Dress Code Visa
Dining Facilities Lessons Available American Express
Licensed Premises Club Rental
Snackbar/Coffeeshop Pull Car Rental

Public Tee Times

Dawn to Dusk, 7 days a week, April Through October

Green Fees

9 Holes:
$18.00 to $26.00
18 Holes:
$28.00 to $40.00
Jr./Sr. Special Rates Available.
Rates Subject to Change.

Clubhouse Facilities

Lounge
Banquet Facilities
Outdoor Patio
BBQ Facilities

Address

the Barrhead Golf Club is located 3 km south and 3 km west of the Town of Barrhead, only 30 minutes southeast of Freeman River RV Park and Campground on Grizzly Trail Highway 33.

Box 4090
Barrhead, Alberta
Canada T7N 1A1
Clubhouse / Proshop: 780-674-3053
Fax: 780-674-3638
E-mail: bargolf@teleusplanet.net

Map to Barrhead Golf Club

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Paddle River Golf Club:

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Description Green Fees Course Address
 

Description

This is a great course for practicing your short game. the fairways are lined with large trees. the greens are small and mostly flat. Water comes into play on three of the nine holes. the riding carts are only available for seniors.

Green Fees

Weekday Peak Season - 18 holes $14
Weekday Peak Season - 9 holes $10
Weekends Peak Season - 18 holes $15
Weekends Peak Season - 9 holes $11

Rates are subject to change.

Address

the Paddle River Golf Club is located only 25 minutes from Freeman River RV Park and Campground on Grizzly Trail Highway 33.

4922 - 49 Street
Barrhead, Alberta
Canada T7N 1A6
Phone: 780-674-5059
Fax: 780-674-6409

Holes: 9
Yardage: 5050
Par: 66

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Swan Hills Golf Club:

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Description

Set high atop the Swan Hills, the Swan Hills Golf and Country Club is a challenging 9 hole layout that offers a good test to any golfer's game. At 3500 ft above sea level, not only does your ball fly farther, but your eyes wander as well with some breathtaking vistas. Narrow undulating fairways, elevated tees and greens, and heavy bush are all part of this wilderness golf experience. Finished in 1989, the course is a testament to the volunteer efforts of the people of Swan Hills and the generous support of the numerous oil patch companies that are the lifeblood of the community.

At 515 yards, the par 5, 6th is a grip it and rip it hole, but beware of the stray ball as it can disappear as fast as it leaves the tee. the view from the 9th tee is spectacular, but don't let your mind wander too far as the shot here needs accurate placement with O.B. left and heavy rough right. A good tee shot here still leaves at 150 yards to a small green. A good finishing hole.

golf ball on tee

This is a hilly course with plenty of rough and narrow, tree-lined fairways. Flat lies are few and far between on this layout. the course is located in bush country and indigenous foliage was integrated into its design. Strategically-placed water hazards affect play on five of the eighteen holes. the signature hole is #8, a 155-yard, par 3, offering a panoramic view of the countryside from the hilltop tee box.

Course Amenities

9 Hole Pro Shop Pull Car Rental
Clubhouse Tee Time Reservations Power Cart Rental
Dining Facilities Rain Checks Interac
Licensed Premises Dress Code MasterCard
Public Course Club Rental Visa

Public Tee Times

8:00 am to Dusk, 7 days a week, May Through September

Green Fees

9 Holes:
$13.00 to $15.00
18 Holes:
$22.00 to $25.00
Jr./Sr. Special Rates Available.
Rates Subject to Change.

Clubhouse Facilities

Lounge
Banquet Facilities
Outdoor Patio
BBQ Facilities

Address

the Swan Hills Golf and Country Club is located only 35 minutes from Freeman River RV Park and Campground on Grizzly Trail Highway 33.

Box 325
Swan Hills, Alberta
Canada T0G 2C0
Pro Shop: 780-333-4539

Map to Swan Hills Golf Club

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Westlock Golf Club:

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Description

the Westlock Golf Club dates back to the 1920s. Originally a 9 hole course, it was recently expanded to 18 holes. Westlock's fairways follow a winding creek through a heavily treed valley with the newer back 9 partially diverting from the creek and bringing three large ponds into play.

the greens on the back 9 were designed by a local doctor who hails from Scotland. True to his heritage, he created large, undulating putting surfaces that are well bunkered. the older greens on the front 9 tend to be smaller but are just as well protected by sand.

the long par five 18th hole is considered by many to be the most difficult on the course. Right off the tee on this narrow hole players are forced to place an accurate tee shot, avoiding trees and Wabash Creek, to remain in contention for par. the approach shot isn't any easier and the green is unforgiving to all but the best of played shots.

Westlock is a relaxed club where visitors are always welcome. After your game take time to enjoy a cool beverage with friends in its pleasant clubhouse.

Course Amenities

18 Hole Public Course Power Cart Rental
Driving Range Pro Shop Equipment Rental
Practice Green Tee Time Reservations Interac
Yardage Markers Rain Checks MasterCard
Clubhouse Dress Code Visa
Dining Facilities Lessons Available CPGA Professional
Licensed Premises Club Rental Soft Spikes
Snackbar/Coffeeshop Pull Car Rental

Public Tee Times

7 am to Dusk, 7 days a week, April Through October

Green Fees

9 Holes:
$15.00 to $20.00
18 Holes:
$25.00 to $30.00
Jr./Sr. Rates Available.
Rates Subject to Change.

Clubhouse Facilities

Lounge
Banquet Facilities
Outdoor Patio
BBQ Facilities

Address

the Westlock Golf Club is located approximately 45 minutes from Freeman River RV Park and Campground. Follow Grizzly Trail Highway 33 which will become Highway 18 by Barrhead, Alberta. Follow Highway 18 towards Westlock, Alberta.

Box 5659
Westlock, Alberta
Canada T7P 2P6
Clubhouse: 877-991-9899
Proshop: 780-349-2478

Map to Westlock Golf Club

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