Golf in Ontario: Complete Guide
Ontario is home to the finest collection of private club golf in Canada. The National Golf Club of Canada — widely considered Canada's best course — anchors a Toronto-area circuit that includes Stanley Thompson masterworks, Harry Colt Golden Age classics, and the dramatic resort golf of Muskoka cottage country two hours north.
Overview
Ontario's golf stretches from the Greater Toronto Area's deep ravine valleys to the granite lakes and boreal forests of Muskoka. The province produced many of Canada's great golf clubs, and architects like Stanley Thompson left their deepest Canadian marks here. With PGA Tour players calling Toronto home and a golf culture as sophisticated as any in North America, Ontario delivers golf of extraordinary depth and variety.
Top Golf Cities in Ontario
Golf Regions
Greater Toronto Area
The National Golf Club, St. George's, Hamilton, and a dense concentration of Canada's finest private clubs.
Muskoka
Cottage country golf on the Canadian Shield — The Rock, Bigwin Island, Taboo, and Deerhurst Highlands.
Best Time to Play
May through October across most of the province. Southern Ontario (Toronto area) enjoys reliable summer conditions June through September. Muskoka's season is June through September. Fall colors in October can be spectacular in Muskoka and across the province.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best golf course in Ontario?
How does Ontario golf compare to the United States?
Explore Nearby States
Stay in the Loop
Get weekly rankings updates, destination guides, and insider tips delivered to your inbox.