Nicklaus North Golf Course Overview

If a picture is worth a thousand words what is a heli-flyover video worth? Check out this video of Nicklaus North Golf Course.

Nicklaus North is a great course to play for a variety of reasons. If you have my golf ability - I'm no Tiger Woods - you will love the wide drop zones of this course. If you like to tee it up from the championship tees the par 71 championship course is 6908 yds.

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The Bonus of Golf in Whistler

Rated by Golf Digest as "Canada's number 1 golf destination," Whistler is home to 4 of Canada's top 100 golf courses. Add to that a range of dinning, shopping, world class accommodation and outdoor activities for the entire family - and you truly have a golf resort like no other.

The bonus of Golf in Whistler:

• Juniors play for free at all Whistler courses
• Great twilight and sunset rates from $49
• Rental clubs and shoes available
• Practice facilities at all courses
• Great outdoor patios for food and drink

Golf Whistler courses include the Jack Nicklaus signature Nicklaus North Golf Course, the Arnold Palmer designed Whistler Golf Club, the Bob Cupp design at Big Sky and the Robert Trent Jones, Jr. designed Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Visit golfwhistler.com for more information.

Whistler Golf Events

Whistler resort has been home to many golf events. The highest profile of them all has been the TELUS Whistler Skins Game. Twice played on Nicklaus North golf course the latest match was last summer. Whistler also hosts an annual season kick off tournament called Family Links. This is a fun tournament that is great to get the whole family excited about the upcoming golf season.

Big Sky Golf and Country Club:
The Pemberton Classic Amateur returns - August 25th and 26th, 2007

Whistler Golf Podcasts

Are you looking for an advantage to better your buddies on the course during your Whistler golf vacation? I have a little secret for you. You can download a podcast for each course. You'll listen to a hole by hole overview of each course. Download your Whistler Golf Course podcasts here

A Whistler Golf Report

The Whistler Golf Report offers current and useful information about Whistler Resort's World class golf courses. We update the information throughout the golf season. Read about golf course improvements, charity events and other interesting facts about mountain golf. Bookmark or add this page to your favourites to stay on top of Whistler Resort golf information.

Big Sky Golf and Country Club is found in Pemberton valley north of Whistler Resort in the shadow of awesome Mount Currie. You can truly relax and enjoy your game in this tranquil setting. Big Sky has a great reputation for its Bob Cupp designed championship golf course, fine dining and full service pro shop.

The Chateau Whistler Golf Course is a par 72, 18 hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed mountain golf course. The layout of this course was dictated by nature. Creeks, ponds, stands of ancient Douglas firs and granite rock faces create create a natural feel on the course. This course has elevation changes of over 400 feet and follow mountain ledges and crosses rushing, glacial fed streams. You will receive world class service at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course whether you are part of a foursome or taking part in a shotgun tournament. The golf course is just a short drive away from Whistler Resort Village and a shuttle service is provided to Fairmont Chateau Whistler guests.

Nicklaus North is an 18 hole, par 71 golf course. The course has a 73 slope rating and is 6,908 yds. Other features include a 280 yard driving range with grass tees and a practice putting green. Nicklaus North is located a short drive from Whistler Resort's village. Why not enjoy luxurious course side accommodation in a private home. Enjoy the beautiful views of the snow capped coastal mountain range and the sound of waves lapping on Green Lake's shore.