Gulf Harbour Country Club boasts a world-class golf course designed by the acclaimed Robert Trent Jones Jr. Our course combines natural beauty with a challenging layout, offering an exceptional golfing experience for players of all skill levels. The course is renowned for its stunning views, meticulously maintained greens, and strategic design that tests every aspect of your game.
Course Layout
The 18-hole championship course features a diverse range of holes, each with its unique challenges and characteristics. From long par-5s to tricky par-3s, our course requires thoughtful strategy and precise execution.
Key Features
- Total Yardage: 6,400 meters (7,000 yards)
- Par: 72
- Course Rating: 74.2
- Slope Rating: 137
Signature Holes
- Hole 7: A breathtaking par-3 that plays over water, demanding accuracy and nerve.
- Hole 12: A challenging par-5 with a dogleg left, requiring a well-placed tee shot and strategic approach.
- Hole 18: A dramatic finishing hole with stunning coastal views, rewarding precision off the tee and on the green.
Practice Facilities
Our comprehensive practice facilities include:
- Driving Range: 300 meters, all-grass hitting area
- Putting Green: Impeccably maintained for realistic practice
- Chipping Green: For honing your short game skills
Course Conditions
We take pride in maintaining our course to the highest standards. Our greens are fast and true, the fairways are lush, and the bunkers are meticulously raked. Year-round maintenance ensures that Gulf Harbour Country Club remains in top condition, providing a premier golfing experience in every season.
Wildlife and Scenery
The course is set against the stunning backdrop of the Hauraki Gulf, with panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding landscapes. Players often encounter native wildlife, adding to the natural charm and appeal of the course.
Course Policies
To ensure an enjoyable experience for all our guests, we ask that players adhere to the following policies:
- Pace of Play: Please maintain a steady pace and keep up with the group in front of you.
- Respect for the Course: Repair divots, rake bunkers, and fix ball marks on greens.
- Dress Code: Appropriate golf attire is required. Collared shirts, dress trousers, or shorts are mandatory. Jeans, track pants, jandals, and boots are not allowed.
- Soft Spikes Only: All-metal spiked golf shoes are not permitted. We offer spike changing services and shoe rentals at the Pro Shop.