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Arbutus Ridge Golf Club near Victoria has a Four Star Golf Digest Rating and was voted the Best Destination Golf Course in British Columbia by readers of Golf Nerve Magazine. Arbutus Ridge golf club is no longer owned and operated by the GolfBC Group.

Arbutus Ridge is located in the seaside community of Cobble Hill within the Cowichan Valley amongst nine of Vancouver Island's finest wineries and 10 minutes from the cultural city of Duncan. The terrifically scenic 20 minute drive from the outskirts of Victoria or 40 minutes from Nanaimo prepares you for the pure natural charm of the country setting. The Arbutus Ridge Golf Club is a part of the Victoria golf mecca and in the heart of Cowichan's wine country.

Etched in your memory will be three of the most demanding finishing golf holes on Vancouver Island, punctuated by the knee-rattling 214-yard par 3 island green on the 17th hole.

If it's your golf game you need help with, consider Victoria and Vancouver Island's finest location for a golf school, golf clinic, or private golf lesson. Arbutus Ridge golf course boasts a full-featured practice facility with five target greens and two short game areas. The instructional team is honorary, with the Director of Instruction winning the 2003 Canadian Assistants Championship and 2006 PGA of BC Championship.

Head straight to the Satellite Bar & Grille and enjoy the scenic patio overlooking the 18th hole. The handsome glass-fronted clubhouse juts over a hill,looking out to the Satellite Channel and offers a combination of mountain and ocean views.

Arbutus Ridge Golf Club is renowned for offering the best vistas on Vancouver Island and friendly, genuine service. Victoria is the gateway to Vancouver Island where there are over 40 golf courses to choose from, Arbutus Ridge is golf on Vancouver Island at its finest!

We are only 25 minutes from the outskirts of Victoria (from the highway turn off where you drive 5-10 minutes from that turn off to Bear Mountain and Olympic View)

Accolades:

• 4 star rating for "Best Places to Play", Golf Digest
• Rated #2 in Canada, Readers Digest Top 13 Golf Courses in Canada 2012
• Host of the CN Future Links Championship, 2011
• Host of the British Columbia Provincial Women’s Amateur / Mid Amateur Championship, 2010
• 2nd Place in Customer Service Cowichan Chamber of Commerce Black Tie Awards 2009
• Sustainability Award, Tourism Vancouver Island 2009
• One of Canada's Ten Best Golf Courses for your Money, UP! Magazine 2009
• Certificate in Environmental Planning, Audubon International 2008
• Best Destination Golf Course in BC, Golf Nerve Magazine 2006
• Hole #17, Top Golf Holes on Vancouver Island, Pacific Golf Magazine 2006
• Host of the Canadian Junior Girls Championship, 2005
• Golf Course of the Year, golfcoursereports.com, 2004
• Host of the BC Junior Girls Championship, 2003 & 2004

The Cowichan Golf Club, located just a short drive south of Chemainus in Duncan, is a premier destination for traveling golfers seeking a memorable game on Vancouver Island. This championship-level course is known for its beautifully designed layout, offering rolling fairways, well-manicured greens, and stunning views of the Cowichan Valley. The course provides an engaging challenge for players of all skill levels, blending strategic play with the natural beauty of the region. Its convenient location—less than 20 minutes from Chemainus and just an hour from either the Swartz Bay or Duke Point ferry terminals—makes it an easy and rewarding stop for those exploring the island. After a satisfying round, the clubhouse offers a welcoming space to relax with a meal or drink while taking in the picturesque surroundings. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, Cowichan Golf Club adds a touch of sophistication to any Vancouver Island golfing itinerary.

Over twenty-five years ago, renowned golf course architect Les Furber was asked to create Fairwinds Golf Club on a spectacular piece of land with natural water, dense forest, ocean views, and dramatic elevation changes. Furber's design is a visually striking test of the game that can challenge the most accomplished players but still accommodate the novice. Whether your plan is to make us your permanent home course with one of our membership options or you just want to sneak out on the weekend or after work with friends, Fairwinds golf club is proud to offer a great golf experience at a fair price.

Let BCgolfguide.com prepare a "mid island" Vancouver Island golf package with Fairwinds golf club and other surrounding courses. After you depart the ferry there is always enough time to play golf on your arrival and departure days.
 tip of the day - pre book your ferry time and maximize your island time.

Mount Brenton Golf Course opened in 1948 and celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2023. The par 71/73 course, Vancouver Island’s Hidden Gem, is in the scenic, historic town of Chemainus, Canada’s Mural Capital. With shaded fairways flanked by towering firs, the course also features willow, hemlock, maple, scotch, ponderosa pine, sequoia, cedar, dogwood, and giant cottonwood. The course is challenging for every level of golfer; there are creeks to hurdle and ponds to circumvent.  Maintained by an excellent grounds crew, the fairways are lush, the greens are true and tricky, and the sand is deep. An extensive drainage system also makes Mount Brenton one of the most playable golf courses year-round on Vancouver Island. Book a tee time today and come and see for yourself.