Summerside is a popular stop for visitors. At the gateway to the North Cape Coastal Drive, this arts and culture town is full of activities and interesting things to see. Summerside has a thriving arts scene and throughout the summer you can attend a performance at the Harbourfront Jubilee Theatre, take in one of their festivals and events or pop over to Spring Street Farmer’s Market for that one-of-a-kind item special to PEI. Be sure to check out our excellent restaurants as well, with the best fresh seafood around!
Golfing in and near Summerside is excellent, with a choice between challenging celebrity-designed championship courses like Mill River or Green Gables, or family friendly 9 hole greens. With an excellent choice of accommodations accompanying the courses, you’ll never have to stay far from the fairways. Make Summerside your golf vacation destination this summer!
Below is an overview of the golf courses around Summerside. Please follow the links for more information on them.
This expertly designed course features rolling hill and water hazards on 9 holes. The best part of this course is Andersons Creek itself which offers a challenge and must be crossed four times during your game. With the latest in GPS technology you’ll find your way around without a hitch and be sure to come in for complimentary Island mussels and reward yourself for a day well spent.
Located in the heart of Cavendish Beach this new championship 18 hole course features an excellent practice facility and over 300 acres of scenic PEI countryside. Home of the 2007 RCGA Canadian Senior Matchplay Championship and the 2009 RCGA CN Future Links Atlantic Championship, this course is all the competitive or recreational golfer could wish for. SCOREGolf awarded Eagles Glenn the 17th Best Par 3 Atlantic Canada and a day surrounded by white sand bunkers, ponds and Kentucky Blue grass will make it apparent why this is one of PEI top golf spots.
Forest Hills is set in the heart of Cavendish and is a time friendly par 36 nine hole course. The parkland setting is relaxing and fun for all levels of golfers and spend some time warming up in the full size driving range.
Overlooking French River, PEI this 9 hole course (you can play 18 holes) has views stretching far and wide and is also affordable for the whole family. SerenityValley Golf Course is located just inland from FrenchRiver and offers a 36 par course outlined by tranquil woods.
Green Fees: $14-$20 + Taxes. (FrenchRiver) $12 (SerenityValley)
Located in Prince Edward IslandNational Park, the historic Green Gables is the perfect blend of old and new. Renovated by leading architect Thomas McBroom this course has a host of new challenges and additions to the stunning views throughout the course. This is also home to the famous Anne of Green Gables House and features sand dunes and spectacular ocean views. It is one of PEI’s oldest golf courses, and was nominated by Golf Digest for Best New Renovation in North America.
Rated as one of the Top 3 Best Golf Courses in Atlantic Canada by SCOREGolf Magazine, MillRiver is a true golfer’s haven. This award winning course features a great challenge in a picturesque setting with rolling fairways and well bunkered greens threaded with lakes and streams. Each hole is a new adventure and friendly for all handicaps. MillRiver was host to the “Big Break”, featured on the Golf Channel and also has had new enhancements to create the ultimate golfing playground.
Red Sands Golf Course is a premier stop for many visitors to PEI. Located near Summerside, Charlottetown and Cavendish this 9 hole course is a great way to spend a day during your visit to the home of Anne of Green Gables. Head there in May and your rate will equal the outdoor temperature.
St. Felix Golf & Country Club, located in St. Felix and near Tignish and MillRiver is a 9 hole course in a wonderfully peaceful setting. The 36 par layout offers tees for beginners, average and pro golfers. This is a great course for families or those looking for a conquerable golf experience.
Summerside is an excellent 18 hole championship golf course, located right outside Summerside and 20 minutes from the ConfederationBridge. Overlooking SummersideHarbour this scenic course has also played host to the Canadian Senior Ladies Championship. The clubhouse features a licensed restaurant and lounge viewing over the golf course and the 18th hole on the course has been noted as the most challenging finishing holes in PEI.
Darnley Greens is a perfect nine hole course for the whole family. With four holes with water obstacles, and rolling bluegrass fairways this course is a challenge that will be fun for beginners and experienced golfers alike. If you stay at one of their cozy cottages you can golf right from your doorway!
Green Fees: Contact for fees. If you stay at the cottages, golf is free!
