Golf Courses
The Harvest Golf Club
Kelowna
THINGS TO DO · KELOWNA & WEST KELOWNA
The Central Okanagan delivers over 15 championship and resort layouts, backed by a dry climate keeping fairways green from March through October.
11 golf courses · Updated October 2026Things To Do guide · Go Kelowna
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01AT A GLANCE
The details that matter.
You will find everything from high-end resort layouts at Predator Ridge to accessible public fairways like Gallagher's Canyon. The local scene is heavily tilted toward public and semi-private play, giving visitors easy access to premium tee times. Green fees vary widely, making it easy to build a trip around any budget.
- Golf Season
- March to October
- Book Ahead
- Yes, for summer weekends
- Top Areas
- Kelowna, West Kelowna
- Good to know
- Twilight rates offer value
01LOCAL PICKS
Courses with a view
Lake, vineyard and mountain views from the tee box.
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The Okanagan Golf Club - Bear and Quail
Kelowna
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Black Mountain Golf Club
Kelowna
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Shannon Lake Golf Course
West Kelowna
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Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club
Kelowna
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Shadow Ridge Golf Club
Kelowna
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Kelowna Springs Golf Club
Kelowna
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Mission Creek Golf Club
Kelowna
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The Pinnacle Course at Gallagher's Canyon
Kelowna
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Two Eagles Golf Course & Academy
West Kelowna
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Kelowna Golf & Country Club
Kelowna
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•LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Hitting the Okanagan Links
Planning a trip to the tee boxes of the Central Okanagan requires knowing which layouts match your handicap. Here is how locals handle the green fees, booking windows, and resort packages across the valley.
The short answer
Begin your trip at The Okanagan Golf Club near the airport, which houses the Jack Nicklaus-designed Bear and Les Furber-designed Quail layouts. If you want dramatic elevation changes, book a morning round at Gallagher's Canyon or drive up to Vernon for the 36-hole setup at Predator Ridge.
01The Big Hitters
Championship Layouts
Resort play anchors the local scene. The Okanagan Golf Club sits right by the airport, housing two distinct 18-hole layouts: the Jack Nicklaus-designed Bear and the Les Furber-designed Quail. A short drive north to Vernon brings you to Predator Ridge, a massive property with 36 holes, on-site lodging, and dining. These properties challenge low-handicap players while keeping casual groups entertained.
Over on the eastern bench, Gallagher's Canyon ranks among the top tracks in the country. Its Canyon Course routes players through tall ponderosa pines right to the edge of a rugged drop-off. The Harvest Golf Club operates within a working apple orchard, giving you wide, walkable fairways and clear sightlines down to Okanagan Lake.
Players wanting steep elevation changes should head to Black Mountain Golf Club in Rutland, known for its signature island green and valley vistas. Further up in the Vernon hills, The Rise is a Fred Couples Signature design cut directly into the mountainside, delivering lake views from almost every tee box. You will need thoughtful club selection to score well here.
Local tips
- Secure weekend tee times weeks ahead, especially from June through August.
- Bundle your rounds with resort lodging for better rates.
- Arrive early to use the practice greens before your round.
- Rent a power cart if you are playing the mountain tracks, as the hills are punishing.
02Booking Your Round
Public and Private Access
Most local fairways operate on a public or semi-private basis, taking advance bookings from anyone. Black Mountain, Shannon Lake, and The Harvest are entirely public. Other semi-private clubs balance member tee times with visitor access. This open approach brings thousands of players to the valley each summer.
Even premium properties like The Okanagan Golf Club and Gallagher's Canyon allow public play. You can grab a tee time online or over the phone just like a municipal track. This setup means you can play the most demanding designs in the region without knowing a member. July and August demand is high, so early booking is essential.
The Kelowna Golf & Country Club stands as the only fully private, member-owned property in the central valley. Opened in 1920, it remains highly sought after. Getting onto this classic, walkable layout in Glenmore requires an invitation from a current member. They run an annual lottery for new membership applications.
Local tips
- Check individual club websites for direct booking portals.
- Residents can sometimes get local rates at The Harvest.
- Semi-private clubs block off specific morning hours strictly for members.
03Paying to Play
Rates and Scheduling
Rates shift based on the month, time of day, and the prestige of the property. Expect to pay anywhere from $70 to over $200 for a peak-season weekend round at a championship layout. High-season primetime at The Harvest hits $200, covering your cart and range balls. A weekend round at Black Mountain runs about $70 with a cart, though mid-summer peak rates there can reach $149 per person including a cart and food voucher.
Mid-range and executive layouts deliver strong value. Over on the west side, Two Eagles Golf Course & Academy charges about $69 for a primetime 18-hole loop. Up at Shannon Lake Golf Course, peak rates sit around $100. The family-run Mission Creek Golf Club keeps things affordable with adult 18-hole rates near $51. Twilight rates usually kick in after 2 or 3 p.m. to help you save.
Booking directly through club websites is the standard approach. High-demand spots like Gallagher's Canyon fill up weeks ahead during the summer heat. Shoulder seasons in April, May, September, and October yield better availability and lower prices. Several clubs use dynamic pricing, adjusting their fees based on daily demand.
Local tips
- Watch for 9-and-dine specials for cheap evening rounds.
- April and October bring the best balance of clear skies and cheap rates.
- Log onto booking sites early, as many clubs release times online before answering the phone.
04Timing Your Trip
Weather and Conditions
The local playing season ranks among the longest in Canada. Fairways usually open by mid-to-late March and stay busy well into October. A warm autumn can push closing dates into November. This massive window draws players from the prairies who want to start their season early or extend it late.
Spring brings lush conditions and quiet fairways. Rates are lower, but you will need a sweater for the frosty mornings. June through August brings the heat, baking the fairways into firm, fast rolling surfaces. The valley gets incredibly busy during these months, making advance reservations critical. Long daylight hours let you tee off past 5 p.m. and still finish 18 holes.
Locals generally agree that September and October deliver the best playing conditions. The brutal summer heat breaks, the tourist crowds thin out, and the changing leaves light up the hillsides. You will also find cheaper lodging and green fees once the kids go back to school.
Local tips
- Watch club social media pages in early March for opening announcements.
- Drink plenty of water in July and August when afternoon temperatures push past 30°C.
- Frost delays happen frequently in October, so check with the pro shop before leaving your hotel.
05Bundled Trips
Lodging and Links
Bundling your hotel and tee times saves money and administrative hassle. Predator Ridge acts as the heavy hitter for all-in-one trips, with lodge rooms and private cottages right on the property. Shoulder season packages for two nights and two rounds start at $549. This usually covers your bed, your rounds, a shared power cart, and resort fees.
Hotels in town partner with booking services to build custom trips. A standard spring setup includes two nights at the Comfort Suites paired with rounds at Black Mountain, The Harvest, and The Okanagan Golf Club, starting around $619 per person. These deals let someone else handle the logistics of matching hotel dates with tee sheet availability.
The Borgata Lodge sits right beside the fairways at The Okanagan Golf Club. Their condo-style rentals work well for groups wanting to walk out the door and onto the Bear or Quail layouts. You can customize these stays to add rounds at Shadow Ridge or other nearby tracks. It is the easiest way for a foursome to park the rental car once and focus strictly on playing.
Local tips
- Package buyers often get access to prime morning tee times before the general public.
- Ask the booking agent if shuttle service to the course is part of the deal.
- Tack on an extra night or a replay round when booking, as operators gladly customize the standard deals.
06Warm-up Areas
Ranges and Executive Tracks
Warming up is easy with the practice setups around town. The Harvest maintains a massive grass-tee driving range. The Okanagan Golf Club has a double-ended range, a chipping zone, and a large putting green. Most premium properties toss in a bucket of range balls with your green fee, so you can loosen up your driver before hitting the first tee.
If you just want to hit balls, The Golf Centre on Benvoulin Road operates a standalone range and short game area. World Beat Family Golf caters to all skill levels and keeps CPGA professionals on staff for lessons. These spots work well for an evening session when you lack the daylight for a full round.
Shorter layouts save time and frustration. The Pinnacle Course at Gallagher's Canyon is a par-32, 9-hole setup that costs about $55. Across the lake, Two Eagles plays as a fast 18-hole, par-65 executive track. Mission Creek Golf Club runs a par-61 layout that helps beginners learn the ropes without holding up groups behind them.
Local tips
- Buy a reloadable range card at the standalone practice ranges to drop the price per bucket.
- Take kids to the executive and par-3 tracks to teach them course etiquette.
- Hit balls under the lights at World Beat Family Golf after the sun goes down.
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September takes the top spot. The extreme summer heat fades, fairways stay in prime shape, the tourist crowds drop off, and tee times become much easier to secure.
