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Whirlpool Golf Course

3351 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, L2E 6S6
1 (866) 465-3642, (905) 356-1140
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Aerial view from Whirlpool Golf Course. Whirlpool Golf Course
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About

Located in a spectacular natural setting against the backdrop of the Niagara River whirlpool and gorge, this magnificent and challenging championship course was designed by the legendary golf architect Stanley Thompson. Owned and operated by The Niagara Parks Commission since 1951, Whirlpool is considered as one of the Top 100 Courses in Canada.

Directions: From Toronto: Approach Niagara Falls on the QEW. Just after crossing the St. Catharines Skyway, take the 405 exit towards the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge to the USA. Just before the bridge, take the last exit to the Niagara Parkway. Turn right off the ramp onto the Niagara Parkway. Whirlpool Golf Course is 4km down the road on the right hand side

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 7019 yds
Rating 79.6
Slope 142
Type Public
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Golf Carts
Pull Carts
Caddies
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

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Clubhouse
Showers
Lockers
Year Built 1951
Golf Season Apr 1 to Oct 30
Architect(s) Stanley Thompson (1951) C. E. Robbie Robinson
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4.6
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1390 reviews
94.3%
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1390
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  • Conditions
    4.4
  • Value
    4.4
  • Layout
    4.7
  • Friendliness
    4.8
  • Pace
    4.5
  • Amenities
    4.4
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Course Highlights
This Stanley Thompson-designed layout consistently impresses with immaculate fairways, perfect greens, and a challenging yet rewarding round. Welcoming staff and a smooth pace of play make every visit feel worth the trip.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 63
19th Hole Scenic Views 53
Patio Dining 46
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 87
Plays Long 52
Elevation Changes 49
Best For:
Advanced Golfers 68
A Weekend Splurge 61
Locals 59
Location is:
Near Local Attractions 94
Worth the Drive 83
Convenient to the City 71

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Referee11
Reviews 60
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Always enjoyable

Course is in good shape and wintered well. Greens are slow right now but still very early in the season.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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GlennRate
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Sweetman
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Course was in Great shape on Sunday. Weather not so much, very cold. Was actually surprised with the shape of the course with the rain we had gotten. Did not find to many puddle short and the carts were in scramble mode with no issues.

All in all a great day.

Dana T.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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u314161878174
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Digger01
Reviews 22
Recommended
Played
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5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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mattmoe87
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Every golf course needs a starter like the one I had a whirlpool on Saturday , what a great man

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314160184818
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Whirlpool Golf nice course

Whirlpool golf course is very nice to play. Well maintained.

Great, friendly and very helpful staff. Highly recommended!

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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carter15
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Greens

Don’t want to be too picky because I played this the first day it was open this season. The greens were very firm and they appeared to be cut nicely but they were very slow. Somewhat bumpy with the recent aerification. Some greens had some brown, dead looking patches.

This course is one of my favourites to play in the Niagara Region

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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Digger01
Reviews 22
Recommended
Played
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4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
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TigerJeff1
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Course conditions

I would have though there would have been a reduction in green fees due to the course being so wet. There was water on all of the fairways, the bunkers were full of water.

Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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uQDPH6426QD
Reviews 30
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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sbaek
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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6pmjf
Reviews 22
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
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Qamar1574851
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Roybinbuffalony
Reviews 27
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Whirlpool is Wonderful

This course is great. It is in solid shape, the greens are true, and it is a challenge. Go play a Fall round at Whirlpool!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Bulls55
Reviews 25
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Winnndddyyyy

Played Whirlpool on Saturday, course was in great shape, they were getting rid of all the leaves. Pace of play was good. Coming back dor sure

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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uQDPH6426QD
Reviews 30
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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rgiancola3
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Whirlpool

Beautiful layout and friendly staff. Parks has beautiful courses. Thank you.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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donghajoo
Review 1
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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Fido5
Reviews 13
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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