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Banff Springs Golf Overview
Renowned for its panoramic beauty, The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course in Alberta is a captivating and challenging layout set in the heart of Canada's Rocky Mountains.
Golf Rates & Tee Times
All rates include shared power cart, unless otherwise noted, and use of Driving Range and Practice Facility prior to your round. Goods and Services Tax (5%) will be added at time of purchase.
Golf in Groups
Surrounded by the beauty of Banff National Park — with lush fairways under foot — work colleagues and wedding parties have made memories to last a lifetime at this award-winning golf resort in beautiful Banff, Alberta. Our pros offer clinics and warm-ups, even full-day training programs for groups (typically serving a minimum of 16 players).
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"I play a lot of golf and this is the most manicured golf course, but with all the tree-lined fairways, sand traps, and scenic views, this course is a must play if you have the time! Every single hole was stunning and the course was very fair as far as fairway length/width.
Fairmont Banff Springs
Located in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the world famous Fairmont Banff Springs hotel stands as a landmark in the picturesque alpine town of Banff, Alberta.
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Stanley Thompson, Canada's master golf course architect, displayed some of the finest work of his career with this design.
Who designed the original 18 holes golf course?
Stanley Thompson, Canada’s master golf course architect, used his expert talent when he designed the original 18 holes in 1928. This course winds along the Bow River under the snow-capped peaks of Sulphur Mountain and Mount Rundle.
Who designed the 18 holes in the Bow River?
STANLEY THOMPSON 18 . Stanley Thompson, Canada’s master golf course architect, used his expert talent when he designed the original 18 holes in 1928. This course winds along the Bow River under the snow-capped peaks of Sulphur Mountain and Mount Rundle.
When did Banff Springs Golf Club open?
1911 - July 15 , the course officially opens. 1911 - 26 individuals gather at the Banff Springs Hotel to hold an organizational meeting that results in the forming of The Banff Springs Golf Club. 1912 - The original sand greens were replaced with turf and a watering system was added.
When did Donald Ross design the 18 hole golf course?
1919 - Although construction on the course had already begun, Donald Ross was brought to Banff to design the 18-hole course for the hotel. 1923 - May 1, 1923 Ross' 18-hole course opens for play.
Who designed the final word in golf?
1927 - Stanley Thompson was chosen to design "the final word in golf" in Banff, Alberta. 1928 - In August, Banff pioneer Tom Wilson drove a ceremonial first ball to open the new Banff Springs Golf Course. 1928 - Holes 1-9 of the Stanley Thompson Golf Course were opened along with the new Clubhouse. Making it, at the time, ...
