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Cabot Cliffs Course

Cabot Cape Breton

Inverness, Nova Scotia, CA
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18 holesPar 726,764 yds77.4/145

About this course

Cabot Cliffs, hewn from the dramatic coastal bluffs of Cape Breton, delivers a golfing experience where the relentless North Atlantic winds and the land's rugged contours are as central to the challenge as any strategically placed bunker. Coore & Crenshaw, respecting the raw character of the landscape, crafted a links-style layout that presents exhilarating shotmaking demands, favoring players who can control trajectory and embrace creativity. The wide fairways belie the difficulty, for wayward shots can disappear quickly into the fescue. While not steeped in a century of championship lore, Cabot Cliffs has swiftly garnered global attention, luring discerning golfers seeking a pure and unforgettable seaside test. The club’s modern sensibilities have established it as a sought-after destination, drawing an international membership appreciative of the minimalist design and the unadulterated beauty of its setting. Beyond the golf, the convivial atmosphere of the Cabot Cape Breton resort has quickly become a highlight for visitors. The warmth of the local staff and the vibrant culture of the nearby town of Mabou have transformed it to one of the more talked about golf destinations in the world.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.

51

Best in World

1

Best in Canada

1

Best in Nova Scotia

Quick facts

Location
Inverness, Nova Scotia, CA
Access
Public
Year built
2015
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,764 yards
Difficulty
77.4/145
Course Vaults score
9.2

Getting there

The pilgrimage to Cabot Cape Breton begins most commonly through Halifax Stanfield International (YHZ), followed by a transformative four-hour drive northwest across the rugged spine of Nova Scotia. Those arriving by private aircraft can arrange passage through smaller regional strips, though the journey by road - tracing the Caledonia Highlands before descending toward the Gulf of St. Lawrence - is itself an essential prelude to the experience. The final miles along the Ceilidh Trail hug the coastline, where the landscape opens to reveal dramatic cliffs and windswept headlands, before the road turns inland to deliver you to the understated entrance of one of golf's most remote and breathtaking retreats.

FAQ

Common questions about Cabot Cliffs at Cabot Cape Breton

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Cabot Cliffs at Cabot Cape Breton has a Course Vaults score of 9.2 out of 10 based on 133 logged golfers.

Cabot Cliffs was designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw.

Yes. Cabot Cliffs at Cabot Cape Breton is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Cabot Cliffs is 72.

Cabot Cliffs plays 6,764 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Cabot Cliffs is 145.

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