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Cardinal Lakes Golf Club - Sparrow Course

105 South Pelham St., Box 501, Welland, Ontario, L3B 5N8
(905) 788-1676
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371 Reviews
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Cardinal Lakes GC - Sparrow
View at dusk from the Sparrow Course at Cardinal Lakes Golf Club
Cardinal Lakes GC - Sparrow
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Cardinal Lakes GC - Sparrow
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About

Cardinal Lakes Golf Club offers two 18-hole courses, a championship and an executive. The Sparrow Course is the original executive layout and while it may only be 4,909 yards, it offers the same challenges as its championship sister course. The generous fairways, many of which are doglegs, are flanked with rough areas and there are numerous ponds and lakes that come into play. Surrounded by trees and bunkers, the small greens demand accuracy. It may be a short layout, but this formidable golf course requires careful course management, proper club selection, and solid short game skills. While it may often be overlooked because of its length, the Sparrow is Niagara's most formidable short track

Holes 18
Par 67
Length 4909 yds
Rating 63.8
Slope 107
Type Semi-Private
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Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed
Dress code Proper golf attire is required at all times NO - jeans, short shorts, sweat pants or cut-offs NO - tank tops, T-shirts, or team jerseys
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Golf Season Apr 1 to Nov 1
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4.2
4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 371 reviews
99.0%
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371
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  • Value
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  • Pace
    4.1
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    4.1
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Course Highlights
Sparrow Course offers an affordable, walkable layout with above-average green speeds and friendly on-course staff. The flat, open design suits iron work while still offering enough holes to justify pulling out the driver.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 15
Patio Dining 9
Brunch 8
Course Challenges:
Water Hazards 19
Bunkers 18
Undulating Greens 14
Best For:
Seniors 22
Walkers 22
Beginners 17
Location is:
Convenient to the City 19
Worth the Drive 10

Golfer Reviews

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shirleypilon
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Excellent longer Executive Course

Pleasant and somewhat challenging course that is well maintained

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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micgee
Reviews 2
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 5.0
Pace 5.0
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u000004347671
T O P 250
Reviews 152
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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shirleypilon
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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uDKSM2066DK
T O P 1000
Reviews 150
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u720321191
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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6pmjf
Reviews 22
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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uDKSM2066DK
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
Windy weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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gregswanton
Reviews 28
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great way to shake off the rust

Out for a May golf round to see where we are at for 2022. Shortish course in excellent condition. Greens rolled great. Can walk 18 in under 3 hrs. Highly recommend to kick off a season.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314159673397
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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julienne8
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u314159673397
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 2.0
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3nine270ne
T O P 500
Reviews 205
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
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benjac65
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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WesYoungs
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Good little course

Good short course! Well kept course and friendly staff. Play was slow, but have played a few times and it’s not typical. Recommended.

Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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fourdot
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Course in great shape

Greens are quick and in excellent shape. Don’t short-side yourself if you miss the greens as it will be difficult to get the ball close on your chip.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u071222921
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
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DJL50GOLF
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

7 inches rain overnight

No golf today. Literally a pond surrounded the first tee box

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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koffless
Reviews 12
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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DJL50GOLF
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

rain out

severe rain overnight - went to the course and it was literally under water .

what more can i say

Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
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