
Salmo District (Alternate Tees) Course
Salmo District Golf Club
About this course
Salmo District Golf Club occupies a modest footprint in the rural Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia, near the small community of Salmo. The course was designed by Skinny Anderson, a figure in regional golf architecture whose work reflects the practical constraints and natural character of mountain valley terrain. The layout makes use of the site's topography and native vegetation, typical of courses built to serve local players rather than destination traffic. The routing follows the contours of the valley setting, with holes routed through stands of conifer and across open meadow. The alternate tees provide flexibility in course length and difficulty, allowing the club to accommodate a range of skill levels and adjust the challenge for different competitions. This approach is common at smaller regional clubs where membership spans varied abilities and the course must serve both casual play and club events. The course reflects the understated character of Kootenay golf—functional design prioritizing playability and fit with the landscape over architectural flourish. Salmo District serves its local membership and visiting players seeking quiet, accessible golf in a mountain setting. The club's culture and traditions are rooted in the small-town character of the region, where golf remains a social and recreational anchor for the community.
Quick facts
- Location
- Salmo, British Columbia, CA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1946
- Designer
- Skinny Anderson
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 5,760 yards
- Difficulty
- 68.2/110
Getting there
The journey to Salmo District Golf Club unfolds across the rugged interior of southeastern British Columbia, most commonly accessed via Spokane International Airport (GEG) in Washington State, roughly two hours south, followed by a northbound drive through the Colville National Forest and across the Canadian border at Rossland. For those with access to private aviation, the nearby Castlegar Airport (YCA) offers a closer alternative, positioning visitors just ninety minutes from the club's remote mountain setting. The final stretch winds through the Salmo River valley, a landscape of dense coniferous forest and granite peaks that grows progressively wilder as the road narrows, delivering guests to this quietly situated club where the isolation itself becomes part of the experience - a sanctuary for those seeking golf removed from the noise of resort corridors and commercial convenience.

FAQ
Common questions about Salmo District (Alternate Tees) at Salmo District Golf Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Salmo District (Alternate Tees) was designed by Skinny Anderson.
Yes. Salmo District (Alternate Tees) at Salmo District Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Salmo District (Alternate Tees) is 70.
Salmo District (Alternate Tees) plays 5,760 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Salmo District (Alternate Tees) is 110.
Salmo District (Alternate Tees) is a 18-hole course.



