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    4.3 (7 reviews)

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    Elevated tee box on hole 15.  When we got to the fairway, there were 2 large elk just chilling at the 150 yard marker
    James S.

    This is quite a golf course. I have had the opportunity to play some some of the top 100 courses across the United States and the Banff Springs course ranks right up there. From the first tee until the 18th hole, just about every tee shot is framed by the Canadian Rockies. While Hole #4 is deemed the "signature" hole, you could say that 10 or 12 other holes would qualify just the same. In fact, I found myself bringing my cell phone camera to the tee box on just about every hole -- it was that beautiful. The golf conditions were great. The fairways were in great shape and the greens were nice as well. We saw the cart girl a few times and they had a good selection of snacks, beers, and hard liquor too. As a bonus, when we were on the 15th hole, we saw two large elk in the fairway. The elk eventually made their way onto the green and tried to eat the flag on top of the pin. It was crazy. The first review on this course (from Mr. B in 2013) is absolutely correct -- this course is probably one of the best in the world. If you make it to Banff, you should make every effort to play 18 holes here.

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    Silvertip Golf Course - 18th hole from the patio/dining area

    Silvertip Golf Course

    4.3(10 reviews)
    16.7 km

    my favorite course on the planet so far. amazing layout in the Canadian Rockies. I've played The…read moreOcean Course at Kiawah Island, Royal Cinq Ports in England, and Coeur d'Alene. but Silvertip is my fave. in the summer you can tee off at 3pm and finish before dark easily

    This is one of the most extreme mountain golf courses I've ever played...the elevation gains and…read moredrops were almost too dramatic. Foreshadowing of this was from the very first hole where from the middle of the fairway 100yds to the green...the green was so downhill you can't even see it. I would also consider this a 'target' golf course. While many holes are well-presented to you from tee to green, there's plenty of holes where you pick an aiming line and distance and hope for the best. They also have a physical bullseye target on the 18th hole. There's also some uphill and sidehill lies where you can barely stand. I've never had to grip down to the shaft of my club multiple times until playing here. I played here in early July right after a ton of rainfall in the area. The course was surprisingly still in great shape with no signs of water damage, and the fairways were a good mix of dry on top but lush below. The greens were good sized for the holes and had many options for pin placements. The best part of the course are all the spectacular views you get. There's hundreds of photo-worthy shots from this course. The workers and amenities were also great. We ate lunch after our round on their outdoor patio. The food was great and reasonably priced. It was also fun watching groups finish up on the dramatic 18th hole. Overall, it was a enjoyable experience and day at Silvertip and I would recommend the experience to any avid golfer.

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    Silvertip Golf Course - Clubhouse

    Clubhouse

    Silvertip Golf Course - View from the course to the city of Canmore

    View from the course to the city of Canmore

    Silvertip Golf Course - Silvertip logo cart

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    Silvertip logo cart

    The Links of GlenEagles - 17th hole, river valley and mountain views

    The Links of GlenEagles

    3.6(7 reviews)
    78.8 km

    A unique design with incredible views. If you want something different and memorable. This is the…read moreplace. They always seem to be in great shape as well.

    Scenery 4.5. I Admit to being biased toward mountain golf courses. Glen eagles remains a favorite…read more The sweeping vistas of the Canadian Rockies makes this a picturesque setting. There are two downhill par three holes with dramatic elevation changes overlooking a gorgeous river with the Rockies in the distance. Since the sand oil business seems to be set up at the base of this course it has marred the view but this is easily overlooked and ignored. 0.5 deduction. Routing and shot values 4.5: I walked the front nine. This is very doable. The shot values and aim lines are very good to generous fairways on the front nine. This is where you want to score. The par 5 2nd is reachable and the elevation changes aren't overly taxing for walkers. The back nine is NOT walkable. The pro-staff was helpful and made sure we took a cart for the back nine. Long walks between holes and Steep terrain make the back nine cart necessary. Golf carts are gas powered as necessary on hilly courses. The back nine plays down into a valley for several holes and you lose the majesty of the Rockies during that time. The houses that border the course come into play more than I like. The back is much more demanding and narrow so be prepared and avoid the big number. 0.5 deduction for the houses. Staff 4.5: friendly in the pro shop and cafe. Cart guys look exhausted and were just helpful enough; Very perfunctory. 0.5 deduction. Also the pull carts they have are the giant wheel type that too over with regularity on hilly terrain. They would be best served by having 4 wheeled push carts by Clicgear of Sun Mountain. Greens 4.0: they were in good shape but starting to get overrun by poana grass. Hence several putts were knocked offline by flowering poana; a weed that is a curse to all golf courses. I'm a 6 handicap and had played banff springs and heritage pointe on this trip. Perfect greens in both instances with heritage taking the prize. Pace of play 5: played in 4:25. No rangers on this go around but no issues either. The foursomes in front of us kept pulling away, playing fast. Much appreciated!! Overall, this course deserves 5 stars because it was a joy to play. My advice is to walk the front and ride the back nine. Enjoy the scenery and play for the spectacular shot!

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    The Links of GlenEagles - The 16th Hole From the Pro Tee's.  252 Yards!

    The 16th Hole From the Pro Tee's. 252 Yards!

    The Links of GlenEagles - 6th hole.  Top par 5 in Calgary

    6th hole. Top par 5 in Calgary

    The Links of GlenEagles - 15th Fairway and Green.

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    15th Fairway and Green.

    Banff Springs - golf - Updated July 2026

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