
Victoria Course
Victoria Golf Club




About this course
Victoria Golf Club clings to the dramatic coastline of Vancouver Island, a place where the salty air mingles with echoes of a bygone era. The oldest golf course in Western Canada, its heritage is interwoven with the spirit of amateur golf. The Pacific Ocean borders the course creating panoramic vistas that can be both breathtaking and treacherous, with numerous holes running directly along the cliffs. Built in 1893, its original routing has been shaped by several hands over the decades. The terrain presents a unique links-style experience, defined by undulating fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and the ever-present coastal winds. Victoria favors a creative short game, with approaches that reward imagination over brute force. A deft touch around the greens is crucial here, as is an ability to manage the elements. While not a regular stop for professional tours, Victoria Golf Club’s prestige lies in its rich history and strong membership. Known for its friendly atmosphere, the club has always been a welcoming place for those passionate about the game. It's a place where generations of families have learned and loved the game and the club has deep ties to the local community. Beyond the course itself, the club is known for its elevated views. It is said on a clear day, one can catch a glimpse of the Olympic Mountains across the Strait of Juan de Fuca. And while the scenery is stunning, it is the club's connection to its members, the game's history, and the community, that sets it apart.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in Canada
Best in British Columbia
Quick facts
- Location
- Victoria, British Columbia, CA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1893
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Vernon Macan
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,015 yards
- Difficulty
- 76.5/136
- Course Vaults score
- 8.6
Getting there
Victoria Golf Club sits on the southeastern edge of Vancouver Island, accessible via Victoria International Airport (YYJ), a forty-minute flight from Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) or a scenic two-hour journey from Vancouver International (YVR) followed by the BC Ferries crossing or a connecting regional flight. For those arriving by private aviation, Victoria's inner-harbour seaplane terminals offer an intimate alternative, touching down mere minutes from the club's manicured grounds in the heart of the city. The drive from the airport winds through the temperate oak and Douglas fir landscape characteristic of the Pacific Northwest, descending gradually toward the Strait of Juan de Fuca before arriving at the club's dignified Victorian-era clubhouse, where the salt-tinged air and glimpses of the water beyond signal arrival at one of Canada's most storied golfing addresses.

FAQ
Common questions about Victoria
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Victoria has a Course Vaults score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 14 logged golfers.
Victoria was designed by Vernon Macan.
Victoria is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Victoria is 70.
Victoria plays 6,015 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Victoria is 136.




