
Columbus Course
Columbus Golf & Country Club


About this course
Columbus Golf & Country Club occupies rolling terrain in Oshawa, a city in the Durham Region east of Toronto along the north shore of Lake Ontario. The course was designed by Robbie Robinson, a Canadian architect active in Ontario during the mid-twentieth century, and opened in the 1960s. Robinson's work in the region typically emphasized strategic bunkering and greens that reward accurate approach play, characteristics suited to the gently rolling topography common to this part of southern Ontario. The layout moves across varied elevation changes, with several holes playing uphill or downhill and offering views across the property. Tree-lined fairways define most corridors, and the routing incorporates natural contours that create uneven lies and require thoughtful club selection. The greens feature moderate undulation, and bunkers are positioned to penalize wayward shots while leaving recovery options for skilled players. Water comes into play on a few holes, adding strategic interest without dominating the design. Columbus Golf & Country Club serves a membership drawn from Oshawa and surrounding Durham communities. The club maintains traditional country club amenities, including dining facilities and social programming that complement the golf experience. The course provides a test of accuracy and course management rather than overwhelming length, reflecting the design priorities of its era. It remains a fixture in the regional golf landscape, offering members a mature layout shaped by decades of tree growth and maintenance practices.
Quick facts
- Location
- Oshawa, Ontario, CA
- Access
- Public
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,226 yards
- Course Vaults score
- 6.3
Getting there
The journey to Columbus Golf & Country Club begins at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), roughly 45 minutes west of the club, or alternatively at the smaller, more intimate Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) for those arriving by private aircraft. From either gateway, the drive northeast traces the northern shore of Lake Ontario through the Greater Toronto Area before settling into the quieter rhythms of Oshawa's residential landscape. The final miles unfold along tree-lined streets that speak to the club's deep roots in Ontario's golfing heritage, with the elegant grounds revealing themselves as a serene counterpoint to the urban sprawl left behind. Columbus Golf & Country Club stands as a sanctuary of measured tradition, its arrival a graceful transition from the bustle of Canada's largest metropolitan region to one of the country's most storied private clubs.

FAQ
Common questions about Columbus
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Columbus has a Course Vaults score of 6.3 out of 10 based on 5 logged golfers.
Yes. Columbus is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Columbus is 70.
Columbus plays 6,226 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
Columbus is a 18-hole course.



