Alberta

Alberta is home to some of Canada’s most distinguished golf courses. Its rich heritage is captained by the venerable public-access golf courses of Stanley Thompson at Banff and Jasper. Across the province golf courses offer an exceptional variety of playing experiences, ranging from picturesque riverside parkland layouts to challenging mountain courses nestled amid majestic peaks. This diverse terrain underscores Alberta’s status as a premier destination for golf enthusiasts seeking both natural beauty and architectural excellence. Players travelling from out of province should make every effort to play courses like Wolf Creek, Waterton Lakes, and Crowsnest Pass that fall under the radar in comparison to their contemporaries at Kananaskis, Stewart Creek, and Silvertip.

Alberta is also home to some of Canada’s most talented golf architects, with Rod Whitman (WAC Golf Design), leading the charge. His minimalist design philosophy elegantly integrates the stunning landscapes in which he works with the golf on the ground. Notable courses designed by Rod Whitman include Cabot Links, Blackhawk, Sagebrush, and the upcoming Cabot Revelstoke. Other notable architects from Alberta include Riley Johns (Rhebb & Johns Golf Design), Trevor Dormer (King Collins Dormer), Ben Malach (Eclectic Golf Design), and Les Furber.