Thundering Waters Golf Club
About
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.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daly | 72 | 6530 yards | 71.8 | 143 |
| Black | 72 | 6153 yards | 70.0 | 137 |
| Blue | 72 | 5723 yards | 68.0 | 131 |
| White | 72 | 5083 yards | 65.0 | 121 |
| Red | 72 | 4517 yards | 63.5 | 115 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daly M: 71.2/131 W: 75.4/144 | 320 | 423 | 201 | 472 | 549 | 180 | 305 | 211 | 501 | 3162 | 210 | 328 | 500 | 227 | 406 | 540 | 170 | 435 | 552 | 3368 | 6530 |
| Black M: 68.9/127 W: 73.7/140 | 310 | 410 | 195 | 462 | 540 | 142 | 295 | 177 | 484 | 3015 | 200 | 304 | 462 | 205 | 381 | 516 | 146 | 398 | 526 | 3138 | 6153 |
| Blue M: 66.5/125 W: 70.9/134 | 300 | 375 | 175 | 450 | 525 | 123 | 261 | 160 | 470 | 2839 | 172 | 279 | 442 | 179 | 349 | 483 | 119 | 372 | 489 | 2884 | 5723 |
| White M: 63.8/117 W: 67.2/123 | 265 | 317 | 146 | 410 | 500 | 103 | 215 | 140 | 435 | 2531 | 150 | 248 | 418 | 150 | 311 | 429 | 96 | 335 | 415 | 2552 | 5083 |
| Red M: 62.0/114 W: 64.4/117 | 232 | 283 | 122 | 394 | 474 | 85 | 184 | 124 | 405 | 2303 | 131 | 228 | 336 | 120 | 263 | 397 | 74 | 274 | 391 | 2214 | 4517 |
| Handicap | 8 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 17 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 6 | 14 | 11 | 9 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
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Photo submitted by dperron85 on 08/02/2025
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Photo submitted by dperron85 on 08/02/2025
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Photo submitted by u314162133341 on 07/16/2025
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Photo submitted by u314162133341 on 07/16/2025
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Photo submitted by MikeAroo on 06/17/2024
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Photo submitted by MikeAroo on 06/17/2024
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Photo submitted by MikeAroo on 06/17/2024
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Photo submitted by MikeAroo on 06/17/2024
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Photo submitted by dtaylor96 on 06/22/2021
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Photo submitted by u314161701627 on 06/20/2021
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Ruts on all the greens Photo submitted by Ron2108443 on 07/12/2018
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Constant jackhammering from the high rise construciton. Photo submitted by Ron2108443 on 07/12/2018
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Desert of a Tee Box Photo submitted by Ron2108443 on 07/12/2018
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Deep Ruts on every Green. Photo submitted by Ron2108443 on 07/12/2018
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Bunkers under repair Photo submitted by Ron2108443 on 07/12/2018
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Burlap in Bunkers Photo submitted by Ron2108443 on 07/12/2018
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Photo submitted by steveborisenko on 05/20/2015
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18th green Photo submitted by Debbieholmes on 07/19/2013
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John Daly's cart! Lol. Photo submitted by Debbieholmes on 07/19/2013
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Photo submitted by Jim6422750 on 06/26/2013
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16th Hole Photo submitted by Ernest1975 on 10/13/2012
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18th Hole Photo submitted by Ernest1975 on 10/13/2012
Enjoyable and challenging.
Fairways a little tight (narrow) in spots. Fairways were soft this day, balls did not run; could be just the weather this season. Greens were biting, yet fast.
Groundscrew needs to let players play through.
Excellent course. Will definitely go back. BUT. While we waited to tee off on an early hole, grounds worker was cutting women's tee box in front of us. He never even acknowledged that we were there even though he looked right at us every time he turned his mower our way, and continued cutting while we stood there waiting. Finally playing partner just hit his ball while cutting still going on. I understand that upkeep is necessary but I have never been to a course where they didn't stop while you hit and then finish once you were gone.
Tricky course!
Thundering Waters was probably a great course at one time before some land was sold off to make room for the new houses being built near the course. I would usually play a course at 6100-6300 yards. I played this course at 5800 yards. The course offers very difficult tee shots and very small landing areas. You need to be very accurate as any misplaced shots will penalize you. Not sure how many bunkers are on the course but I would guess over a 100 and they are deep. Probably enjoy it much more a second or third time around. The course was also very wet, cart path only.
Good variety
Great condition, interesting layout, lots of variety
Tough but fair!
Great layout. Much fun. Very interesting
I live in New Jersey but have relatives in the area
Play 3-4 times per year in Niagara region. This place would cost at least double if in New Jersey
I'm a 15 Hcp. Really enjoy this place. One of my fav's
Great aprons!
Heard some not so great reviews by my neighbors but decided to play anyway. Was very pleased with the condition of the course with the exception of the bunkers. They were poorly maintained and sand was like mud.
As are most courses currently (good rainfall) the fairways and aprons were in perfect condition. So were the greens.
Green to tee is extremely long in many cases so walking is not an option.
Pace was not bad but no marshals to be seen.
Great Course
When you are driving two hours your hoping that the course will be good and Thundering Waters didn't disappoint. The staff was very friendly from the bag drop to the snack bar. Some holes very tight and requires straight drives. The fairways and greens very good however virtually every bunker could use a truckload of sand.
No beverage cart but the snack hut is strategically located so you will pass it twice on each nine. Was nice to see that a local beer was featured for $5.00.
Overall a great course, well worth what we paid. Housing development going up quickly around course and some holes have already been altered to accommodate. Carts don't have GPS so expect your GPS/watch to go screwy on a few holes.
Short course with challenge holes
First time played this course. Relative short course with narrow fairways and small greens. Friendly staff and good pace of play.
The course was in great shape changelling holes
Was a great day weather was good the golf course was great shape , will book there again
Soggy
Course was wet to to rain but dried up fast once the sun came out. Tough to give a good review because I remember the course when it first opened before the housing development chopped down the first 2 holes. Still good bang for your buck with the hot deal $33 with cart
An Interesting Course
This is a fun golf course to play when visiting the Niagara region. It ranks up there with Legends, Whirlpool, and Peninsula Lakes as far as the golf experience is concerned.
Pros: The condition of the course was excellent; the greens were true in spite of the wet spring; the pace of play was solid.
Cons: The design of the course as a housing development makes some of the holes a bit gimmicky at times.
Overall, this is a good value for the money and it is a fun place with great views and some challenges.
Challenging Course
While this course is shorter then when it opened, it still provides a good challenge. Recommend that if you normally play from whites that you use the blue Tees.
beauty fall golf
although course was a little wet in spots that was normal for november on a lucky warm day !! other than that the course was fantastic,,,pro shop was friendly and actually seemed to want to be there for paying customers, unlike many other courses ive been to,,,, kudos to Matt in pro shop !!!! this guy could teach customer service to many courses !!!!!
Great course great value
The course was in great shape from the tee boxes, the fairways,to the fast and true greens we always have a good time when we play it we will continue playing the course a few times every yrar
Challenging and fun course
Like this course. Third time playing it. Nice interesting layout, challenging but still fun for the average golfer. Fairways and greens in good shape in spite of relentless hot, dry weather. Got a "Hot Deal" so the value was exceptional!
Poor,Bunker conditions
Course had rain the previous day cart path only, but starter did not notify us and ranger told us on third hole with an attitude. Bunkers should have been worked on as per my previous round same condition in bunkers. Standing water on a couple of holes not good.
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