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Toronto Golf Club is the third oldest golf club in North America, after Royal Montreal and Royal Quebec, and its grass seed was imported from Finland during its 1912 construction.
About
Toronto Golf Club is one of North America's oldest clubs, founded in 1876 and known for its Harry Colt-designed 18-hole layout along the Etobicoke River. With a classic heathland character, undulating terrain, and esteemed history—including five Canadian Opens—it's recognized for strategic design, understated prestige, excellent facilities, and a memorable walk in a tranquil landscape.
Caddie Tip
The greens at Toronto Golf Club are subtly contoured and run fast—be sure to stay below the hole when possible. On the signature 13th, favor the right side off the tee for a clear approach, and be cautious with pin positions tucked behind bunkers. Take the time to walk the terrain and trust local reads on the challenging slopes throughout.
The Main Challenge
The toughest challenge at Toronto Golf Club is managing approach shots and recovery around its fast, subtly breaking greens protected by strategic bunkers. The course rewards thoughtful navigation of the undulating terrain and penalizes errant drives with thick rough. Success requires precise iron play and careful strategy from tee to green.
The Good
Golfers most love Toronto Golf Club for its exceptional variety of par fours, the tranquility of its historic setting, and the natural flow of Harry Colt’s routing. The walkable, undulating landscape creates a memorable golfing experience, and the understated prestige appeals to purists seeking a classic, uninterrupted round close to the heart of the city.
The Not So Good
Some members and guests cite the age and limitations of the clubhouse amenities relative to top modern facilities. Others mention that the rough can be extremely penal in the summer and some bunkers could benefit from more frequent maintenance. Access to prime tee times for guests is also increasingly limited.
Signature Hole:
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13
The 13th hole, a par 5, is widely regarded as the course’s signature hole. Sweeping alongside natural undulations and subtle bunkering, it demands precise placement on each shot, with risk-reward decisions heightened by water and trees. The hole’s design epitomizes Harry Colt’s championship vision while providing panoramic beauty.
Clubhouse
The clubhouse offers refined dining experiences, lounges, locker facilities, and panoramic views of the course. Members enjoy high-quality food and beverage service, meeting spaces, and social events throughout the season. Heritage touches and original architecture create a distinguished setting for both relaxation and hosting guests.
Practice Facilities
Toronto Golf Club provides a progressive teaching facility with a driving range, short game area, and staffed instruction options for members. Practice greens are spacious and maintained to match on-course speeds. Facilities are tailored to improve all aspects of the game with attentive support from the professional staff.
Dress Code:
Prestigious
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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