Check out some of the most popular golf courses in TAS
Notable holes include the picturesque par-3 4th, known as "Sally’s Point," which offers stunning views and a challenging tee shot . The course's natural aesthetics and minimalist design philosophy have earned it high rankings, including #2 public course in Australia by Golf Australia Magazine and #23 in the world by U.S. Golf Digest.
Barnbougle Lost Farm is a 20 hole Links Golf course on Tasmania's north east coast. Designed and constructed by world renowned US golf course design company Coore & Crenshaw, the Lost Farm course is situated on Barnbougle Farm adjacent to the Barnbougle Dunes Course which opened in December 2004.
The 18-hole, par-72 championship course was designed by renowned architect Vern Morcom and officially opened in 1963. Set on a 175-acre sand-based property, the course features gently contoured fairways, large and fast greens, and over 80 strategically placed bunkers, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels.
Nestled in natural bushland, Launceston Golf Club proudly stands as Tasmania’s oldest 18-hole course—renowned both locally and interstate for its pristine facilities and challenging play. Meticulously maintained greens, clever bunker placements, and fairways flanked by towering eucalyptus trees create a scenic and strategic test for golfers of all levels. With blackwood and wattle trees scattered throughout the course, the serene landscape offers a surprising escape from the suburban bustle just beyond the treeline.
The clubhouse, opened in 1975 and renovated in 2018, offers a licensed bar, function centre, and pro shop. Facilities include a driving range, putting greens, and chipping areas. The club hosts regular competitions, including Ladies' Day on Tuesdays, Veterans' Day on Wednesdays, and open competitions on Saturdays .
The club has a rich history, having hosted numerous state and national tournaments, including the Tasmanian Open. Facilities include a driving range, putting and chipping areas, and a fully stocked pro shop. The clubhouse, known as the "Red House," dates back to the 1830s and offers dining and bar services with panoramic views over the 18th green and the Derwent River.
Ranked 4th on the list of Australia’s Best Public Golf courses by Golf Digest in 2024, experience rolling dunes and unsurpassed 360 degree ocean views. With two spectacular signature par threes crossing the surging Southern Ocean it is sure to challenge and delight.
Ocean Dunes Golf Course, situated on the western coast of King Island, Tasmania, presents a compelling and challenging links experience. This 18-hole course is distinguished by its integration with the rugged coastal environment, offering golfers a visually striking and strategically demanding round. Characterised by undulating fescue fairways, bentgrass greens, and the prevailing influence of the Southern Ocean, Ocean Dunes stands as a notable destination for discerning golfers seeking an authentic test of their game amidst the untamed beauty of King Island.
Construction of the course was completed in late 2015, under the watchful eye of co-designers Mike DeVries (USA) and Darius Oliver (AUS), and quickly gained international recognition in the world rankings. Since then avid golfers have continued to travel from all around the globe to visit King Island in order to experience Cape Wickham Links for themselves.
Every hole on the course has an ocean view, which is extremely rare, and no 2 holes are the same. The undulating course normally plays firm, allowing the imagination to go wild with limitless shot-making possibilities. Tees, Fairways and Greens are all seeded with fescue grass, following in the footsteps of the old traditional links courses in Scotland and Ireland.
