
Par 3 Course
McCall Lake Golf Course
About this course
McCall Lake Golf Course's Par 3 layout sits in Calgary's northeast quadrant, designed by Bill Newis as a short-game facility serving the city's substantial golfing population. The course operates as a municipal property within Calgary's public golf system, offering an accessible option for players seeking practice rounds, family outings, or quick evening loops. The terrain reflects the relatively flat prairie landscape characteristic of Calgary's developed areas, with the routing incorporating modest elevation changes and water features that add variety to the hole-to-hole experience. As a dedicated par-3 course, McCall Lake provides holes ranging from short pitch shots to longer iron tests, allowing golfers to work through much of their bag while focusing on approach play and scoring. The design emphasizes playability for a broad spectrum of abilities, from beginners learning the game to experienced players refining their short-game skills. The course's location within Calgary's municipal network means it serves both as an introduction to golf for newcomers and as a convenient practice venue for established players. The facility operates within Calgary's seasonal golf calendar, typically running from spring through fall when Alberta's climate permits. Its role as a public-access par-3 course makes it part of the city's broader golf infrastructure, complementing Calgary's full-length municipal and private courses while offering a more time-efficient and economical alternative for casual rounds.
Quick facts
- Location
- Calgary, Alberta, CA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1981
- Designer
- Bill Newis
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 27
- Length
- 913 yards
Getting there
The journey to McCall Lake Golf Course begins at Calgary International Airport (YYC), Alberta's primary gateway, situated roughly twenty minutes north of the city center via the Deerfoot Trail. From downtown Calgary, the drive southwest toward McCall Lake unfolds through the urban periphery before opening into the quieter residential and recreational landscape that characterizes the city's southwestern quadrant, a transition of approximately thirty to forty minutes depending on traffic. The final approach winds through established neighborhoods and past the gentle topography that defines this corner of the Canadian prairies, where the course sits as a carefully maintained sanctuary amid the sprawl - a serene counterpoint to the energy of Alberta's largest metropolis.

FAQ
Common questions about Par 3 at McCall Lake Golf Course
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Par 3 was designed by Bill Newis.
Yes. Par 3 at McCall Lake Golf Course is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Par 3 is 27.
Par 3 plays 913 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
Par 3 is a 9-hole course.



