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4.5
464 Reviews (464)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.3
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.2
99.2%
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4.0
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Conditions
5.0
Value
3.0
Layout
4.0
Pace
5.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.0
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4.5
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Conditions
4.8
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6311 yards
Slope 132
Rating 70.0

Settler’s Ghost Golf Club is located just outside of Barrie on what was formerly an important Huron Indian settlement. The golf course is an homage to the former inhabitants of the land, including the Huron Indians and emigrants from the British Isles. The golf course was built to maintain the historical integrity and scenic features of the rustic, rolling landscape. The dramatic elevations throughout the course offer stunning panoramic views of the Niagara Escarpment and the Georgian Bay. Settler’s Ghost Golf Club is relatively short at 6,311 yards from the back tees, but there are still some lengthy shots that will appeal to long hitters, including the par-5 eighth, which stretches to 539 yards.

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Course Details

Year Built 2004
Architect John F. Robinson (2004)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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4.5
464 Reviews (464)
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Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

good course

this course is always nice to play! a few blind shots. Greens and most of the fairways in great shape especially considering the dry conditions that have prevailed this summer

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course, beautiful views of the area!

Easy drive from GTA, holes offer a real varsity & challenge

Greens were faster than expected!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Afternoon at Settlers Ghost

Course is somewhat challenging with some blind shots, but very enjoyable to play.

Green were in excellent condtiion but some fairways were showing distress due to the heat.

I will be back

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Very good value for an enjoyable track

Greens are in the best shape they have ever been in, despite the dry conditions. I would guess they are rolling at a 11-12 stimp which is very good for a public course. Bunkers could use some sand though. Overall it is a very enjoyable course that is very narrow but good fairways/tee boxes/and greens lead to an enjoyable round that had me using my 5 wood off the tee often. Tough par 3's from the tips as well and some very risk and reward par 5's.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

A Must to Play

This is a wonderful course to enjoy. Great layout, beautiful scenery and a real challenge on the greens. It's in super condition, and worth your while to go out of your way to play this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Condition

The greens are in excellent shape - 150% better than in 2015.

We finished the round in 3 hr 5 minutes.

Note there is no flat lies on this course. The ball is always above or below your feet.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful day

The course was in good shape even with the lack of rain. The pace of play was great. The greens were running true

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Track.

Settlers Ghost is one of my favourite tracks because of its well groomed fairways, greens and level tee decks. The well sculptured holes challenge all levels of handicaps because of the 4 sets of tees offered. A majestic vista of views keeps you smiling allowing for a great day no matter what score ends up on the card. Great greens for putting, great staff with exceptional customer service. Only downfall is the many blind shot holes. One has to take a peek with the cart to see where you are hitting to, making it a bit slow but soon after a couple of rounds will you enjoy fully. I will totally return as well as my son, he loved his experience and the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

GREAT VALUE. VERY NICE COURSE

We played on a beautiful Tuesday afternoon and the course was in pretty good shape. Especially with the lack of rain this year. The pace was good and the staff very friendly. The only thing I would say was under par was the sand traps. Not terrible but not good. Would play there again soon.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great Course!

Lots of elevation changes so lies were not flat, but very playable and enjoyable. A good challenge and lots of fun.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Too many blind holes

Almost every non-par3 has at least one blind shot. Which isn't a terrible thing, except when they pack tee times in like sardines, it is extremely frustrating waiting to take a shot, taking a guess when it's safe to hit.

The course is taken care of pretty well, I'd say above average for a course this price, but the staff only seem to be there to give players a hassle. I wanted to play 9 more holes after my round, and they wanted to charge me for a brand new round. Everywhere else I play usually let you go back out for a cart fee.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fantastic Course

First time playing this fantastic course can't wait to go back

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Excellent Course

Great condition and the greens were in immaculate shape. The course is not as long as I am used to, however, due to the elevation the course plays long. Got is for a steal on GolfNow and it was worth every penny!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great track!

Always in great shape. Fast greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Must play in the Barrie area

Got a good deal on golfnow for this course. Lots of elevated tee shots, and also some blind tee shots. Had an interesting layout, with lots of opportunities for birdies. Greens rolled very nice and were very true.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 606
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 25 Contributor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

very nice course

First time playing this course while vacationing in this area of Ontario, had a great time , course in good condition, greens OK not always rolling true, kind of challenging, lots of blind holes, will play again

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value for a decent course

Conditions were great for this time of year (May). Also, its a great course during the buggy season as there are no bugs on this course due to open terrain. Other courses at this time of year can be a problem with black flies and mosquitos

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good short but tough course

Slow greens during our round and slow pace of play made for an almost 5 hour round of golf but the course is in good shape and an enjoyable experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

A Great Day of Golf

The greens are a challenge on this very hilly course.

The course conditions were ideal and the staff very cooperative. All in all a super experience

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Settlers

Great course overall a little slow today due to a class that was taking place ahead of us.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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