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The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course

by K Gordon Schultz
written by K Gordon Schultz

Luxury Banff Golf in the Canadian Rockies

Enjoy the Fairmont Banff Spring Golf Course with one of our Banff Golf Packages. Renowned for its panoramic beauty, The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course is a captivating and challenging layout set in the heart of Canada’s Rocky Mountains.

The Banff Springs golf course offers just two simple things. First, a breathtaking view in every direction and second, a magnificent layout that thrills every golfer fortunate enough to spend a day here. Amateurs and professionals alike are constantly amazed by Banff Springs’ panoramic challenge. From the actual hole design to the optical illusions created by the surrounding rock climbing mountains, the Banff Springs golf course will delight and tempt you.

Stanley Thompson, Canada’s master golf course architect, used his expert talent when he designed the original 18 holes in 1928. Banff Springs golf course winds along the Bow River under the snow-capped peaks of Sulphur Mountain and Mount Rundle. In 1989, 9 holes were added, resulting in 27 holes of championship layout.

The Banff Springs golf academy and practice facility can assist you in sharpening your game before your day on the links. Club and shoe rentals are also available.

Dress Code:

  • Collared shirts (men only)
  • No denim pants, shorts or shirts
  • No sweat pants or sweat shorts (nylon suits are acceptable)
  • Shorts should be dress shorts with 5 inch inseam
  • Shoes must be soft soled
  • Soft spikes required (available for purchase at The Fairmont Banff Springs Pro Shop)

Golf Academy
Enroll in The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Academy and fine-tune your golf swing. Spend a half day with one of the golf pros and concentrate on the long or short aspects of your game. This clinic is offered at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. daily; duration is three hours. Contact the Concierge for reservations.

Take a Hole-by-Hole Tour of the Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course!

K Gordon Schultz is a well-known figure in the golf community and currently serves as the President of the Canmore Golf & Curling Club in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role, having spent many years working in the golf industry. Schultz has been a member of the Canmore Golf & Curling Club for over 40 years and has been actively involved in the club’s operations since he joined. He was elected to the Board of Directors in 2001, becoming Club President in 2005. In 2019, he was acclaimed as Club Vice-President, assuming the role of Club President again in 2022. In addition to his work at the Canmore Golf & Curling Club, Schultz is also an avid traveler. He has visited over 30 countries around the world, on all continents. But his most enjoyable travel experiences have come from within Canada, visiting many of Canada's National Parks including Banff National Park, Yoho National Park, Jasper National Park, Kootenay National Park, Grasslands National Park, Mount Revelstoke National Park and Pacific Rim National Park. Along with golf, he enjoys scuba diving, biking, hiking and relaxing with a fine Pinot Noir.

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