Get The Most Out Of Your Swing – Golf Balls Travel Further in the Highest City in Canada
There are many reasons why one golf in Kimberley, B.C, whether it’s about the course, the town or the people – whatever your reason is, these might be a few more to consider;
Top courses to play
Trickle Creek Golf Resort – voted #1 course in the Kimberley & Cranbrook region by the B.C. Golfer’s Dream survey in 2016 and again this season! If golfing the #1 course in the region doesn’t tickle your fancy then we don’t know what will.
Escape the heat
Kimberley is cooler (in temperature that is). As well as being the highest city in Canada, Kimberley is located in the mountains, providing some nice cool mountain breezes on those hotter days. Don’t get us wrong, there are hot days, but compared to other nearby places (i.e – Okanagan area) Kimberley is definitely cooler!
Balls travel further
Kimberley, B.C is the highest city in Canada and no we don’t mean THAT kind of high. We mean altitude high and it’s a fact that golf balls do in fact travel further in higher altitudes. The science behind it is all about air density – air density decreases and elevation increases which means the ball can fly more easily through the air. So, if you’re looking to get more out of your swing – it’s time to try golfing in Kimberley! Don’t buy it? Well listen to a real scientist discuss higher altitudes and how it effects your game here on the Titleist website.
Take in the mountain views
Trickle Creek Golf Resort is frequently referred to as ‘a golfers dream’ with ‘dramatic elevation changes, peak-filled horizons, gorgeous white-silica bunkers, undulating greens and a solid Les Furber design add up to an unforgettable day of golf’. And it really is all that and more, just look at this photo and try to argue this point;
Animals and more
Don’t come just for the golf or the amazing landscape, come for the wildlife experience as well. Trickle Creek Golf Resort and Kimberley, B.C are home to friendly deer, birds, cute ground gophers and chipmunks as well as (not so friendly) bears, who all stop by once and a while to check out your score. While you always need to practice safety around wildlife and be bear aware, there is something amazing about seeing a mama bear and her cubs take a stroll across the green you’re aiming at, just sit back and take it all in (from a safe distance). Get a sampling of the wildlife you might see on our previous blog – ‘The keenest spectators, the wildlife of Trickle Creek‘.
A round (or two) after your round
Kimberley has a great ‘apres’ scene – whether it’s golf or ski season! At Trickle Creek Golf Resort, The Clubhouse offers a large patio facing the 18th green with amazing food and great drink options, or try out Buckhorn & Main Mountain Eatery for a view of the ski resort during the summer – it’s located just down the road at Trickle Creek Lodge. Plus Buckhorn & Main have just release their new summer flavours menu which features the incredible Smokey Bacon Burger! Venturing into town gives you even more options include Overtime Beerworks for some craft beer action, Pedal & Tap for a place the locals love as well as Stonefire Pizza for a family meal or Sullivan’s Pub for some keno fun and pub style fare.
NEW Couples/Mixed Open Golf Tournament
Grab your golf partner and get ready for our new tournament on September 22nd – 24th! The tournament will follow a modified scotch ball format* – packages for golfers from our of town are available with special rates included for stays at Trickle Creek Lodge or locals and member rates are also available. All sign ups include 1 – 18 hole rounds of golf with power cart and range balls, 5 meals (dinner on Friday & Saturday, breakfast on Saturday & Sunday and Lunch on Sunday) and awesome prizes!
Get more information from our golf event page including all price options and how to book.
*Modified Scotch Ball Format: Each member of the team drives the ball and then each team member hits from where their partners drive is. Next, select the best shot and then alternate shots to finish the hole. No team member can hit a ball two times in a row. On par three’s its alternate shot after each team member’s tee shot.
Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday With Us
Come Celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday and our 25th Anniversary on Canada Day weekend!
Special offers include;
– $150 for 2 players ($75 each includes golf, power cart and range balls)
– Get a $10 food vouchers with rounds booked to use for Breakfast or Lunch at the Trickle Creek Clubhouse
– Receive a commemorative Canada Day 150th Titleist Pro V1 Golf Ball Tee with green fees (July 1st only, while supplies last)
– Contest for the chance to win prizes! Enter in the Pro Shop.
Book your stay & package through Trickle Creek Lodge, Kimberley, B. C.now or call 250-427-3389 to book your tee time.
Opening Weekend 2017
We’ll be opening our 2017 season on Saturday, May 13th with special early season reduced rates! Until May 18th, golf 18 holes with cart and have access to the practice facilities for just $59 (weekend) and $49 during the week. Don’t forget to stop by our Pro Shop for the latest fashion and deals and our Clubhouse restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily (public welcome).
Visit our Golf Packages page to book your golf vacation and see our ‘hot deals’.
Call to book a tee time at 250-427-3389!
Thank you to our staff, season pass holders and visitors for a great 2016 season – see you next year!
Time is running out! There is just two weeks left in the 2016 golf season, book your last few rounds online or by calling 250-427-3389. Looking to book one last golf getaway this year? Check out our golf packages and specials.
Congratulations to our Hole In One club members so far this season;
Season Passholder David B. with a Hole in One on #11
Stephanie D. from Post Falls, Idaho with a Hole in One on #8 and on her birthday!
Mark B. with a Hole in One on #8 on August 19th!
Season Passholder, Lise L. with a Hole in One on #8 on August 28th!
Check out everyone else who has made the Hole In One Club in previous years.
- Published in 2016, Golf, Miscellaneous, News
The 28th annual Men’s Mountain Classic will be at Trickle Creek Golf Resort on September 15th – 17th. The Men’s Mountain Classic is a tournament that brings friends together from across the world each year!
More information about the tournament can be found on the Men’s Mountain Classic website.
- Published in 2016, Golf, Miscellaneous, News
Join us for our second Pars & Guitars event of the summer! On Thursday, August 18th, 2016 we’ll welcome Amy Thiessen to our Clubhouse Patio stage. Tickets are ONLY $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Advance tickets at available by calling 250-427-3389 ext 2 or ext 1 to book early twilight golf for $49. Dinner reservations available starting at 6 pm. Check out Amy’s Facebook page or website to hear some of Amy’s work.
Pair your tickets with a round of golf and/or dinner reservations before the show, call 250-427-3389 to order advance tickets.
- Published in 2016, Golf, Miscellaneous, News
Limited seating, get your tickets now!
See our event poster for more information or call 250-427-3389 (ext 2).