Oak Bay GC: #17
A view from tee #17 at Oak Bay Golf Course.
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4.6
535 Reviews (535)
5 Stars
314
4 Stars
170
3 Stars
31
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.6
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.4
96.2%
Recommend this course
490 out of 535 reviews
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4.3
15 Reviews (15)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.1
100.0%
Recommend this course
15 out of 15 reviews
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4.6
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
31
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.5
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.5
95.6%
Recommend this course
43 out of 45 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6373 yards
Slope 136
Rating 71.2

Carved from the scenic woodlands along the eastern shores of Georgian Bay, Oak Bay Golf & Country Club incorporates rocky outcroppings and natural water features into its challenging championship design. The eastern coast of the bay is one of the largest freshwater archipelagos in the world and is home to diverse flora and hundreds of varieties of birds and fish. Both the fairways and greens are sloped and well manicured. In addition to the many natural challenges, which include trees and ponds, there are numerous strategically placed traps to watch out for. Oak Bay is located less than two hours north of Toronto but its beautiful setting makes it feel much further.

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Course Details

Year Built 2010

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $15 - $20
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed Yes
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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4.6
535 Reviews (535)
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5.0
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Previously Played

Great Day of Golf

Everything was exactly as anyone would want it to be. A ton of credit to the superintendent and his crew. Despite all the rain lately the course was in exceptional shape ( no easy task ). Keep up the great work to the entire Oak Bay team.

Conditions Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/28/2017

Our turf team has always been great. They have gone over and above to keep our course in pristine shape this season with all of the rain.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course has very friendly and proactive staff

Several individuals greeted our threesome as soon as we arrived and began washing our clubs before we played. The course was in phenomenal shape, and the marshalls were also very informative and friendly to talk too. I would definitely come back to play again soon!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 07/28/2017

Thank you for the review. This is great to hear that our back shop staff were so helpful for your group. We look forward to hosting you again.

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Excellent course, very friendly and accommodating staff. Weather was a little overcast and the mosquitoes were out. Bring plenty of extra balls if your shots are not always true. Hole #6 is one of the most picturesque holes I've ever played.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
2.0
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Oak Bay

This course is beautiful & well maintained. BUT it is extremely difficult for the avearage golfer. Your Tee Shot must be well hit and well placed as nearly all holes have marshland between the tee box and the fairway. I have played this course 3 times now and always you lose 1/2 dozen balls. The fairways are tight so always a straight ball must be hit. Hole #6 is a Par 3 that is 160 yards, uphill and a small green - nearly impossible to place your ball on the green. The owner could have spent more money on making longer fairways and less Marshland.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very hard but beautiful

This is a very hard course for the average golfer because errant shots are often lost balls. The course is in great shape and has some very pretty holes. On some of the holes you need to be able to carry considerable distance accurately or lose your ball

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very scenic

It's a tough course , but fun to play . One of my favourites.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Spectacular Atmosphere

A challenging course with breath taking scenic holes. The Marshall was such a sweet man and brought us luck every time he came around.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/28/2017

Our marshal Don is a top notch individual. We are lucky to have him and happy to hear that he enhanced your experience at the course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Had a great day beautiful course and great staff thanks for having us will be back soon

Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/28/2017

Thank-you for the review and letting us know about your great experience with our course and staff. We look forward to seeing you next time you are here.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Superb Course

This place is a hidden gem that offers some amazing golf. The views, the conditions, the clubhouse, this place has it all. I always enjoy golfing here and the staff have always been top shelf with their service. A real pleasure every time I go. I am a 40 minute drive away and still try and go once a week.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Oak Bay Golf & Country Club - very nice course layout.

Played Oak Bay Golf & Country Club on 2016-10-19. Greens were slow and had been aerated. Pro shop did not advise me. It was also wet fairways. I was also not told that it was cart part only until 12 th holes when I first saw a foursome on the cart path. It is a very nice layout. You must be straight with you first shot as it is very tight. Played the blues ((tip) at 6500 yards. Sure felt like 6800 as there was no role and ball plugging all over. Got back at 15:00 and pro shop was already closed.

Would play again knowing the course but make sure it has been dry for while before playing.

Golfnow hot deals at $10.00, you can not go wrong.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great but tough course.

This is a great course. Well maintained and just beautiful. Really tight off the tee and many hazards to negotiate. This course is always in great shape and you can finish a round in 4 hours or less. This is a must play, I'd recommend to anyone.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One of the best

Hit it straight or bring balls. Great layout. Play well here and you will play well pretty well anywhere.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great golfing

The course was immaculate. Perfect green grass the kind you want for your own yard. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food was great. Only issues if I had to write one would be the chef was outside smoking and socializing than being in the kitchen. At one point he was at the bar drinking (not professional in my opinion).

We will definitely be back to golf and eat.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Worth the drive

Last minute decision to play because of weather conditions. Glad we went. We got a great deal on golf now. All players were 10 -15 index. We found the course very demanding (narrow fairways, rock crops around the greens, some long carries) We all shot above our index, but loved the course )all of us are going to return. Great stop.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

awsome course to play

I have played here many times over the years and I would say this is one of my favorite public courses in the Muskokas right behind Seguin valley and the Ridge at Manitou. I have played more than a dozen top notch club link courses and this is better than most of them. The club house being finished is a great asset and the chef they have on site is great. As every one says if you don't hit straight bring lots of balls

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course for a great price

Oak bay is in exceptional condition, some of the best greens I've ever played. The landscape and views surrounding the course are picturesque and what you come to expect playing in muskoka. You will not find better value anywhere in muskoka. Oak bay simply can't be beat if you want to play a great course for a great price!

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