Cabot Cliffs
A cliffside masterpiece from Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw — six holes hang directly over the Atlantic, including a par-3 sixteenth over open water.
Cabot Cliffs sits on a dramatically contoured stretch of coastal land north of Inverness, Nova Scotia, overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Opened in 2015 as the sister course to Cabot Links, it was designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw and plays to a par 72 over 6,764 yards.
Six holes run directly along the cliff edge above the Atlantic, making the course's relationship with the ocean more than scenic — it is structural. The 16th, a par 3 played over open water, has become one of the most photographed holes in golf and is a reliable centrepiece of any visit. The routing takes full advantage of the site's wild elevation changes and natural contours, producing a layout where wind, slope, and coastal exposure all factor into club selection throughout the round.
Greens fees range from CAD $335 to $450, placing Cabot Cliffs firmly in the premium tier of Canadian golf. The investment draws a broad cross-section of players: serious golfers making a dedicated trip to Cape Breton, destination travellers combining both Cabot courses in one visit, and bucket-list seekers drawn by the course's standing among the best-ranked layouts in the world. Inverness itself is a small Cape Breton town, but the Cabot property has established the area as one of the continent's most compelling golf destinations.
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Is Cabot Cliffs open to the public?
Yes, Cabot Cliffs is a public-access course. It is not a private members-only club, though tee times should be secured well in advance given its world-class reputation.
How much does it cost to play Cabot Cliffs?
Green fees at Cabot Cliffs range from CAD $335 to $450, depending on the time of season and availability.
Can I book a tee time at Cabot Cliffs online?
Online booking is not available for Cabot Cliffs. You will need to contact the course directly to reserve your tee time.
What are the course specs for Cabot Cliffs?
Cabot Cliffs is an 18-hole, par-72 layout stretching 6,764 yards. It was designed by the acclaimed team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw and opened in 2015.
What is the signature hole at Cabot Cliffs?
The 16th hole — a par-3 played directly over open Atlantic water — is widely considered the signature hole and is one of the most photographed golf holes in the world. In total, six holes at Cabot Cliffs play along the cliff edge above the ocean.
How has Cabot Cliffs been ranked among the world's courses?
Cabot Cliffs was ranked #10 globally by Golf Digest within just one year of opening in 2015, cementing its reputation as one of the premier golf destinations in the world.
Is Cabot Cliffs related to Cabot Links?
Yes — Cabot Cliffs is the sister course to Cabot Links, both located near Inverness, Nova Scotia. Cabot Cliffs opened in 2015 and occupies a dramatically contoured piece of coastal land north of the town.
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Stay & Play at Cabot Cliffs
This course is hand-arranged through our concierge. Tell us when you’d like to play and we’ll line up tee times and a stay, then send you a price within one business day.