Explore The Course

100 Years of Tradition

A Stanley Thompson masterpiece carved through mature orchards and rolling terrain along Cook's Bay. Nine holes that reward thoughtful play and punish complacency.

A Stanley Thompson Design

Orchard Beach Golf and Country Club stands as a living testament to the genius of Stanley Thompson, Canada’s most celebrated golf course architect. Renowned for his artistic ability to work in harmony with the land, Thompson’s portfolio includes national treasures like Banff Springs and Jasper Park Lodge. Established in 1926, Orchard Beach reflects his hallmark philosophy by seamlessly integrating the gently rolling terrain and mature orchards of the Lake Simcoe shoreline into the field of play.

The compact nine-hole layout is a masterclass in strategic variety, offering everything from the dramatic elevated tee at the fourth to the challenging, sweeping dogleg of the seventh. A century since its inception, the course remains a beautifully preserved example of Thompson’s vision, continuing to challenge and delight golfers of all skill levels with its timeless charm and natural elegance.

Hole 1

The Lone Tree

The first hole at Orchard Beach Golf Club, Lone Tree, is a short par five ranging from 342 to 426 yards. A solid tee shot and approach to the large, gently sloped green provide players with an excellent opportunity to start their round with a birdie.

Hole 2

Woodland

Woodland, the second hole, is a par 4 that plays from 365 yards at the back tees to 339 yards from the front tees. Golfers should aim their tee shot to avoid the tree-lined right side and the sand trap located 150 yards out, then target the middle of the relatively flat green to secure a two-putt par.

Hole 3

Upland

The third hole, Upland, is a par 4 that ranges from 394 yards at the back tees to 322 yards from the forward tees. Aim for the middle of the fairway on your downhill tee shot and target the center of the green on your approach to avoid green-side traps and secure a par.

Hole 4

The Punch Bowl

The Punch Bowl is a par three that ranges from 167 yards at the back tees to 140 yards at the front. Golfers should aim for the middle of the green to account for the uphill slope, though a three-putt remains a potential outcome on this challenging surface.

Hole 5

Lakeview

Lakeview is a par four that measures between 357 yards from the back tees and 317 yards from the forward tees. Aim for the center of the green on your approach to manage its dramatic back-to-front slope, as aggressive putting on this fast surface can easily result in the ball rolling off the front.

Hole 6

The Crest

The sixth hole, known as The Crest, is a par four that plays from 437 yards at the back tees to 320 yards from the front. Golfers should avoid the water on the left during the tee shot and aim for the front of the small, downhill green to secure a two-putt par.

Hole 7

Dog's Leg

The seventh hole, known as Dog's Leg, is a par five that measures between 443 yards from the back tees and 426 yards from the front tees. Players can choose to lay up or hit a long drive to leave a shorter approach into a green protected by traps, creating opportunities for a birdie while keeping par as a solid outcome.

Hole 8

The Gap

The eighth hole, known as The Gap, is a par three that measures between 179 yards from the back tees and 116 yards from the front. Golfers should take an extra club to account for the uphill slope and aim for the middle of the large green to secure a two-putt and move on.

Hole 9

The Grandview

The ninth hole, Grandview, is a par four that plays from 303 yards at the back tees to 289 yards from the front. For an ideal outcome, focus on a precise approach shot that rolls onto the gently sloping green to secure a two-putt par.

Our Proud Heritage

Did you know the roar of the crowd started with a quiet putt? In 1929, the idea for Hockey Night in Canada was born right here at Orchard Beach.

While golfing on the sixth hole, the owner of the Toronto hockey team and ad executive Jack McLaren shook hands on a revolutionary idea: bringing hockey to the entire nation via radio. Today, we take pride in being the scenic backdrop for the launch of the longest-running sports program in history.

Play the sixth and walk the fairways where Canadian sports history was made.