Public

East Course

Jockey Kau Sai Chau Public Golf Course

Kau Sai Chau, Sai Kung, HK
ACR
Scarlett
+1
18 holesPar 726,072 m

About this course

East at Jockey Club Kau Sai Chau stands as a testament to Hong Kong's commitment to accessible, quality golf, a rarity given the region’s premium on space. Carved into the rugged, hilly terrain of Kau Sai Chau island, off the Sai Kung peninsula, the East Course offers a distinctly modern playing experience, one defined more by strategic shot-making than raw power. Its generous fairways often belie the challenges lurking around the greens, where precise approach shots are crucial to navigate the subtle breaks and undulations. The course favors a measured approach, rewarding thoughtful club selection and placement over brute force, and its undulating landscape makes for a challenging walk. Designed by Nelson & Haworth, the East Course presents a counterpoint to some of the more established, exclusive clubs in the area. While it may not possess the storied history of other regional layouts, the East Course has become a popular venue for local tournaments and corporate outings. Its commitment to public accessibility has fostered a diverse golfing community, attracting players of all skill levels, drawn to the challenges and dramatic scenery the layout provides. The course has become a beacon for those seeking an escape from the dense urban landscape, offering panoramic views of the South China Sea. Kau Sai Chau's remote location adds to its appeal, requiring a ferry journey that amplifies the sense of tranquility and escape from the outside world, with all its stresses. The club also hosts a well loved public driving range, a rarity in space-starved Hong Kong, giving access to those that would otherwise be left out of golf due to its exclusivity.

Quick facts

Location
Kau Sai Chau, Sai Kung, HK
Access
Public
Year built
1995
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,072 metres

Getting there

The journey to Jockey Club Kau Sai Chau Public Golf Course begins at Hong Kong International Airport, followed by a roughly hour-long drive east through Kowloon and into the rugged, village-dotted landscapes of Sai Kung - a striking departure from the city's vertical density. From the public pier at Sai Kung waterfront, a dedicated ferry carries golfers across the sheltered waters of the inner harbor, the crossing itself a fifteen-minute prelude that transforms arrival into ritual. As the boat approaches Kau Sai Chau island, the mainland recedes and the facility's twin courses emerge along the hillsides, a rare expanse of fairway green set against the South China Sea - accessible only by water, yet mere miles from one of the world's most vertical cities.

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Common questions about East at Jockey Kau Sai Chau Public Golf Course

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

East was designed by Robin Nelson and Neil Haworth.

Yes. East at Jockey Kau Sai Chau Public Golf Course is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at East is 72.

East plays 6,072 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.

East is a 18-hole course.

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