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Glen Abbey Golf Club
- 1333 Dorval Dr. (2 km north of the QEW) 800-288-0388 • View on map »
- Oakville
- 905-844-1811
- http://www.clublink.ca
The aura of Glen Abbey was waning a little in the late ‘90s, when it lost its status as the exclusive host of the Canadian Open, but that all changed with two dramatic events: Tiger Woods’ victory in the 2000 Open and Mike Weir’s 2004 near miss at becoming the first Canadian to win the Open in 50 years. In some ways, the course is the golfing equivalent of bell-bottomed jeans—flashy and bold, but a little dated when compared with the classic courses. Still, there is something magical here, especially once you reach the sublime 11th tee overlooking the valley. When you descend into the “valley holes,” the course is at its most natural, snaking through the narrow glen, over and around 16 Mile Creek. Even 18 (the most artificial hole on the course) is magic, if only for the Tiger Trap, where Woods hit his famous six-iron to seal the victory, or to see first-hand where Mike Weir came to grief in the playoff with Vijay Singh. Despite the lofty green fees, the course is often booked solid (usually with Clublink members, who get a significant discount), so make reservations well in advance, and don’t be surprised when the Abbey charges your credit card two weeks before you play.
18 holes, 7,273 yards, par 73
- Green Fees:
- high season M–Su $235, Sa–Su after 1 p.m. $160; spring and fall M–Su $160
- Carts:
- power cart mandatory, included in green fees
- Amenities:
- banquet facilities, club rentals, driving range, golf academy, halfway house, pro shop, putting and chipping green, restaurant
- Reservations:
- no restrictions (book early); credit card billed two weeks in advance
1333 Dorval Dr. (2 km north of the QEW) 800-288-0388, Oakville
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