Scarlett Woods Golf Course

Scarlett Woods Golf Course is a municipal facility located in northwest Toronto, designed by Canadian architect Howard Watson and opened in the 1960s. Watson, who designed numerous courses across Ontario during the mid-twentieth century, created Scarlett Woods as an accessible public course serving the growing metropolitan area. The course occupies rolling terrain in the Etobicoke district, bordered by residential neighborhoods and the Humber River valley system that characterizes much of Toronto's western topography. The layout features tree-lined fairways typical of parkland courses in southern Ontario, with mature hardwoods framing many holes and creating defined corridors for play. The routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes, offering a mix of uphill, downhill, and sidehill lies that add variety to the round. Water comes into play on several holes, reflecting the course's proximity to the Humber watershed. The design emphasizes playability for golfers of varying abilities while still presenting strategic challenges through well-placed bunkers and green complexes. As a City of Toronto facility, Scarlett Woods serves a diverse membership and daily-fee clientele, functioning as an important recreational resource in Canada's largest city. The course has hosted numerous local amateur competitions and junior events over the decades, contributing to the development of golf in the Greater Toronto Area. Its location within the urban fabric makes it a convenient option for city residents seeking an accessible round without traveling to more distant facilities.