Antigonish Golf & Country Club
An immaculate 18-hole course in the Highland heart of Nova Scotia, known for tricky greens.
About this course
The Antigonish Golf & Country Club is a semi-private parkland course set in the town of Antigonish, in the highland interior of Nova Scotia. One of the province's longer-standing clubs, it traces its roots to 1926, when the original nine holes opened. A second nine was completed in 1990, bringing the layout to its current 18-hole, par-72 configuration stretching 6,640 yards. The course was shaped by designers Robert Moote and Ian Andrew.
The terrain is classic parkland, and the course is noted for greens that demand careful reading — straightforward distances rarely tell the full story. The signature hole, the 2nd, is a 204-yard par-3 named An Sloc (a nod to the region's Gaelic heritage) that plays over a pond to an elevated drop, requiring a committed carry and precise club selection. It sets the tone early for a layout that rewards thoughtful course management across all skill levels.
At 6,640 yards, the course presents a genuine test without being punishing, making it well-suited to a broad range of handicaps — from club members seeking a competitive round to visiting golfers passing through northeastern Nova Scotia. Antigonish itself is a compact university town conveniently located along the Trans-Canada Highway, making the club a natural stop for road-trippers heading toward Cape Breton Island.
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Is Antigonish Golf & Country Club open to the public?
Antigonish Golf & Country Club is a semi-private course, meaning it welcomes public play alongside its membership.
How long has Antigonish Golf & Country Club been around?
The club has a long history dating back to 1926, when the original nine-hole course opened. A second nine holes was added in 1990, expanding it to the full 18-hole layout it is today.
Who designed Antigonish Golf & Country Club?
The course was designed by Robert Moote and Ian Andrew.
What are the course specs at Antigonish Golf & Country Club?
Antigonish Golf & Country Club is an 18-hole, par-72 parkland course stretching 6,640 yards.
What is the signature hole at Antigonish Golf & Country Club?
The signature hole is the 2nd, known as An Sloc — a 204-yard par-3 that plays over a small pond with a significant elevation drop to the green.
Can I book a tee time online at Antigonish Golf & Country Club?
Online booking is not currently available for Antigonish Golf & Country Club. Contact the club directly to arrange your tee time.
What should I expect from the course in terms of difficulty?
Antigonish Golf & Country Club is designed to offer a balanced and thoughtful challenge for various skill levels, and is particularly known for its tricky greens.
Robert Moote, Ian Andrew
parkland
1926
45.636, -62.005
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Stay & Play at Antigonish Golf & Country Club
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.