Golfers' Choice 2022: 25 hidden gem golf courses in Canada

Check out Canada's local favorites and hidden gems as chosen by our community of reviewers.
Rees Jones-designed Grand Niagara winds into the trees on a fun and challenging back nine.

The annual Golfers' Choice lists are compiled by analyzing the ratings and reviews submitted by members of our community throughout the year. We use a “Weighted Overall” score to select the top 25 in Canada. Courses must offer public access and have received at least three reviews in 2021 and 10 all-time to be eligible for this year's list.

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  1. Shilo, Man.

    A view from tee #11 at Shilo Country Club.

  2. Niagara Falls, Ontario

  3. Powassan, Ont.

  4. Gibsons, B.C.

    A view from a fairway at Sunshine Coast Golf and Country Club.

  5. Eganville, Ont.

  6. Morrisburg, Ont.

  7. Seaforth, Ont.

  8. West Perth, Ont.

  9. Minett, Ont.

    The Rock Golf Club is considered one of the toughest courses in the Muskoka area.

  10. Fort Erie, Ont.

  11. Woodstock, Ont.

  12. North Battleford, Sask.

  13. St Pierre Jolys, Man.

  14. East Gwillimbury, Ont.

  15. Cambridge, Ont.

  16. Pontypool, Ont.

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