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Cape Wickham Links has ocean views from every single hole, an extreme rarity even among the world’s great coastal courses.
About
Cape Wickham Links, designed by Mike DeVries and Darius Oliver, is a true links course on King Island, Tasmania. Opened in 2016, every hole offers spectacular ocean views, dramatic routing, wide fairways, and strategic design features shaped by the wind and coastal landscape. It is acclaimed as one of Australia’s most stunning courses.
Caddie Tip
Embrace the wind and don’t fight it—choose lower, running shots to navigate the strong westerlies. On the back nine, factor for extra club on approaches, especially at the exposed 12th and 18th, where the coastal wind often adds challenge and excitement.
The Main Challenge
The main challenge is coping with persistent, strong winds that change daily direction. Wide landing areas provide some forgiveness, but precise club selection is needed to score well. The closing stretch—especially 16 to 18—demands strategic play and bold shot-making into exposed terrain.
The Good
Golfers love the extraordinary oceanfront holes, panoramic vistas, and solitude on King Island. The variety in hole designs, natural links turf, strategic options, and ever-changing wind make every round feel adventurous and completely unique.
The Not So Good
Some players note the travel logistics to King Island are challenging, and the remote location can make maintenance inconsistencies more likely, especially after heavy rains or storms. Practice facilities could benefit from further expansion.
Signature Hole:
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18
The 18th is a breathtaking par 4 that begins with a tee shot across Victoria Cove beach as the hole doglegs right towards a green perched on a plateau above the Southern Ocean. This finishing hole delivers one of the most glorious natural settings in Australian golf.
Clubhouse
Expect a modern clubhouse with a restaurant serving acclaimed local seafood and produce, a bar with ocean views, pro shop, and comfortable villa-style on-site accommodations. The atmosphere is relaxed and focused on the golfing experience.
Practice Facilities
The course offers a large putting green and driving area. The unique 'Lighthouse Loop' 12-hole putting course is a highlight, designed for fun and challenge. There is no full-scale driving range, but short-game areas are available.
Dress Code:
Standard
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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