Calgary Golf and Country Club
Calgary, Alberta
Calgary's oldest private golf club, founded in 1897 with the current course dating to 1908, Calgary Golf and Country Club has a Donald Ross connection in its design heritage. The Bow River valley setting creates natural drama, and the club has hosted numerous provincial and national championships over its more than 100-year history. A beloved institution at the heart of Alberta golf.
History & Heritage
Founded in 1897 when Calgary golfers formed The Calgary Golf Club on vacant CPR land, it is the oldest playable private course in Alberta. The current site along the Elbow River in Windsor Park dates to 1908. Willie Park Jr. designed green complexes and Stanley Thompson also contributed.
The club has hosted numerous provincial and national championships over more than 125 years.
Signature Holes
A strategic par 4 along the Elbow River with a Willie Park Jr. green complex.
A scenic par 3 with river valley backdrop and subtle Golden Age green contours.
A demanding par 4 through tight routing where tee position is critical.
A classic finishing hole back to the historic clubhouse along the river valley.
What to Expect
Historic private golf on a tight superbly routed property along the Elbow River. The 6,680-yard course features Willie Park Jr. green complexes.
Club atmosphere reflects over 125 years of Calgary golf tradition.
Playing Tips
Tight routing demands accuracy off the tee. The course is not long but river and mature trees punish wayward shots.
Greens retain Golden Age character with subtle deceptive contours.
Highlights
- ✓ Calgary's oldest private club — founded 1897
- ✓ Bow River valley setting with over a century of history
- ✓ Host of numerous provincial and national championships
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