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Best Golf Courses in Prince Edward Island, Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island is one of the world's great golf destinations — a compact island where Thomas McBroom's links masterpiece at Crowbush Cove, dramatic sanddunes, and the signature red soil of the province create an experience that golfers return to year after year. Canada's "Garden of the Gulf" is also the nation's golf island.

Our Methodology: Courses are ranked by an expert panel evaluating design quality, conditioning, challenge, aesthetics, and overall experience. Both private and public courses are considered on merit.
1
Links at Crowbush Cove public

Morell, Prince Edward Island · Thomas McBroom (1994) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,903 yards

Consistently ranked as Canada's finest public golf course, the Links at Crowbush Cove is Thomas McBroom's masterpiece on PEI's Gulf of St. Lawrence shoreline. The layout plays along dramatic sand dunes, through windswept marram grass, and along the redcliff coastline in a true links tradition. McBroom captured the natural terrain with minimal manipulation, creating a course that feels inevitable — as if golf has been played here for centuries. Crow Bush Cove is the destination that defines golf tourism in Atlantic Canada.

Consistently ranked Canada's finest public golf courseThomas McBroom links masterpiece on Gulf of St. LawrenceDramatic sand dunes, marram grass, and redcliff coastline
Green Fee: $75–$130 Rating: 4.8/5
2
Dundarave Golf Course public

Cardigan, Prince Edward Island · Thomas McBroom (1999) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,089 yards

Thomas McBroom's second PEI design at Brudenell River Provincial Park, Dundarave is a more inland layout that plays through rolling PEI farmland and hardwood forests along the Cardigan River. The 7,089-yard course is a genuine championship test — longer and more demanding than Crowbush Cove, with McBroom's strategic bunkering and green complexes requiring precision from every distance.

Thomas McBroom design at Brudenell River Provincial Park7,089-yard championship layout through PEI farmlandCompanion course to the acclaimed Brudenell River layout
Green Fee: $65–$110 Rating: 4.5/5
3
Brudenell River Golf Course - River Course public

Cardigan, Prince Edward Island · Rob Heaslip (1969) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,593 yards

The original championship layout at Brudenell River Provincial Park, the River Course at Brudenell is a classic PEI design by Rob Heaslip that plays along the Brudenell River through mature hardwoods and open meadows. The tree-lined corridors, natural terrain, and riverside holes create an intimate and memorable golf experience. As part of the Rodd Golf PEI package, Brudenell River is accessible to visitors exploring the province's extraordinary golf trail.

Classic 1969 Rob Heaslip design along the Brudenell RiverMature hardwood corridors and riverside holesPart of the celebrated PEI Golf Trail destination
Green Fee: $60–$100 Rating: 4.4/5
4
Mill River Provincial Golf Course public

Woodstock, Prince Edward Island · Traditional layout (1971) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,728 yards

Set in western PEI's Mill River Provincial Park, Mill River Golf Course is a traditional parkland layout through mature hardwoods along the Mill River. A longtime favorite of PEI golfers and visitors alike, the course offers excellent conditioning, pleasant terrain variety, and the relaxed atmosphere of a provincial park golf experience. Mill River is an affordable and enjoyable component of the PEI Golf Trail.

Traditional 1971 parkland layout in Mill River Provincial ParkMature hardwoods along the Mill River in western PEIAffordable and well-maintained part of the PEI Golf Trail
Green Fee: $45–$80 Rating: 4.1/5

Public Courses in Prince Edward Island

Looking for courses you can play without a membership? See our complete guide to public courses in Prince Edward Island .

Overview

PEI punches far above its weight as a golf destination. The Links at Crowbush Cove is consistently ranked Canada's finest public course, and Thomas McBroom's Dundarave at Brudenell River adds championship depth. The provincial golf trail connects multiple courses across the island's rolling terrain, red sandstone cliffs, and Gulf of St. Lawrence shoreline in a golf experience that feels completely unique.

Best Time to Play

June through September. PEI's golf season is compact but beautiful. July and August are peak season with warm temperatures and long days. June offers green conditions with fewer crowds, and September can be spectacular with cooler air, clear skies, and red and gold foliage. Crowbush Cove is at its most dramatic when Atlantic winds are up.

Travel Tips & Getting There

Charlottetown Airport (YYG) serves flights from major Canadian cities. The Confederation Bridge connects PEI to New Brunswick (11 km — a memorable crossing). Most courses are in the eastern and central parts of the island. Charlottetown is an excellent base with excellent restaurants featuring PEI lobster and mussels. Combine golf with beach, cycling, and the provincial parks for a complete island vacation.

Nearest Airport: Charlottetown Airport (YYG)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Links at Crowbush Cove really Canada's best public course?
Yes — Crowbush Cove (Thomas McBroom, 1994) consistently earns top rankings in national surveys of Canadian public golf. The Gulf of St. Lawrence links setting, McBroom's minimal-intervention design, and the dramatic PEI landscape combine for a unique championship experience.
How do I get to PEI for a golf trip?
Fly into Charlottetown (YYG) for the most convenient access. You can also drive the Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick, or take the ferry from Caribou, Nova Scotia to Wood Islands on the island's south shore.
How many courses are on the PEI Golf Trail?
The PEI Golf Trail includes approximately six top courses across the island, anchored by Crowbush Cove, Dundarave, Brudenell River, and Mill River. Multi-course packages are available and represent excellent value.

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