Thundering Waters GC: #18, #9
Aerial view of the 18th and 9th holes at Thundering Waters Golf Club
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4.0
898 Reviews (898)
5 Stars
303
4 Stars
410
3 Stars
117
2 Stars
37
1 Stars
31
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.8
84.5%
Recommend this course
763 out of 898 reviews
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4.0
35 Reviews (35)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
85.7%
Recommend this course
30 out of 35 reviews
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4.0
76 Reviews (76)
5 Stars
26
4 Stars
30
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.6
82.9%
Recommend this course
63 out of 76 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout uses natural terrain beautifully, delivering a challenging and varied round that consistently earns high marks from recent players. Friendly staff and a smooth pace of play make this an excellent value for the experience offered.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6530 yards
Slope 143
Rating 71.8

Thundering Waters Golf Club, so named for its proximity to the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, has a unique layout that combines a parkland course with the tricky elements of a heathland golf course. There is an interesting combination of drivable par 4s and scenic par 3s that will provide a formidable test for even the most skilled players. The golf course first winds through heavily wooded patches and then finds its way to rugged hills dotted with thick fescue where true links-style holes with deep bunkers and large, undulating greens await you. The layout also features several doglegs and more than 100 bunkers strategically placed throughout. Water hazards come into play on 10 holes. Thundering Waters Golf Club was Canada's first John Daly signature golf course.

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Course Details

Year Built 2005
Golf Season Year round
Architect John Daly (2005)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro No
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.0
898 Reviews (898)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
19th Hole Scenic Views 7
Patio Dining 7
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 54
Water Hazards 42
Undulating Greens 34
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 34
A Weekend Splurge 26
Locals 25
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 44
Near Local Attractions 41
Worth the Drive 23

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Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Awesome course!

I haven't played this course in a few years and I'm glad I was able to play today's. The course was in excellent shape and well manicured. If I did have a complaint, it would be the course was wet in places. It didn't bother my round and I enjoyed that the tee boxes were terrific and you could stick the greens.

Will definitely be back back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Could Be Better

I got a good hot deal so no complaints on the value.

This golf course could be beautiful. The individual holes are strong. But at present it is too compressed by the neighboring apartments and the routing is bizarre. The goflnow hot deal is fine but if you're playing full price there are better golf courses in the Niagara Falls area.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Enjoyed the pace and layout

Had a great time playing TWGC today. Had an early start and the pace of play was amazing. Fairways and tee boxes were in excellent shape as the rain yesterday really helped to make things roll nicely.

The greens were responsive and the ball rolled nicely.

The only negative was the foursome that decided to jump in front of us after hole 9. I actually had to call the pro shop (no sign of a Marshall to move play) to complain about the slow play and the fact that they jumped in front of us. But they remedied the situation after a three hole inconvenience.

Finished the 18 holes in 3.5 hours and a really fun layout. Know your yardage’s off the tee or else you’ll loose quite a few balls in the wrong places.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great deal

Course was fun and challenging. Tee boxes and carts could use some work but all in all pretty nice day.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great experience

Played here a couple times and always a fun rewarding challenge. Staff is amazing and friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun, challenging course

First time playing this course. It was a challenging course but laid out very well. The grounds were well maintained and the staff were all very helpful and friendly. Did not feel rushed to play. Great vacation golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course at Thumdering water

Tees off at 7:15 am, overall enjoyed the round, green condition was excellent,, new condo construction going on, hope they keep the course around for future enjoyment.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Thundering Waters Not

Pace of play was horrible up to six deep on tee box . Staff in capable of managing a small tournament . Sand traps were not maintained and most were water traps.

Would never recommend this coarse to anyone value for the money very poor.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Not for everyone

Although the course was severely wet, it was enjoyable. In general, the holes are quite short, but don’t be fooled, the fairways are very narrow with numerous bunkers. The greens were in excellent condition, they were receptive with a true roll. The course forces you to think about every tee shot. Some would refer to this as “target golf”. If you have problems hit\ting a straight shot, then bring lots of golf balls.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Always slow play at this Course !

1. If you are handicap 13 or Lower should avoid this course, too many high handicap and looking for balls always slows down play.

2. They stuck us behind a 13 hole Shot Gun Tournament - They should inform GolfNow that the discounted rate is going to be behind a slow Tournament and a 5,5 hour round.

Never going back, this is the consensus from my Group.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Just OK

It was a bit disappointing to play this course after having played it years ago. Tee boxes were unkept, weeds and dandelions on the tees and fairways and the bunkers were almost unplayable. Staff were friendly and helpful. Greens were smooth but slow. Overall it was a 4/10.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 05/30/2019

We love hearing from our golfers, but we apologize for your negative experience. We are happy that you took the time to leave us some feedback so we can improve in the future. We hope to have you back.

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Commented on 05/28/2019

Thank you for your review. This Spring has been a challenge for the grounds with all of the rain and soggy conditions. Our bunkers are our top priority for the year.

Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Surprised

Most greens were firm and some fairways had run out; pleasantly surprised for this early into the season.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/28/2019

Appreciate the review, Chuck. We hope you'll come back and play again soon!

Played On
Reviews 59
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

GREAT GOLF

The course was in excellent condition considering all the rain this spring. We were greeted by the starter upon arrival and allowed to start right away the pace of play was excellent and the round of golf extremely enjoyable. We will return to play it again

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

First round of the year

We teed off at 8:30 am with very windy snow flurry conditions.

First round of the year wasn't expecting much.

Course staff excellent fairways very good considering the rain the last few days.

Sand traps ...should be changed to grass traps as there is little to no sand present.

I have played here before anf the course will firm up and play much better.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/28/2019

Appreciate the review, and kudos to you for playing in snow flurries! LOL FYI, traps are our #1 priority as far as grounds this year.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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