South Lakes Golf Club
Highlights
- Discover pristine 18-hole championship golf on Santa Anna Couch fairways, perfect for all skill levels.
- Enjoy top-tier hospitality at the Bistro and Bar, featuring regional wines and a relaxed atmosphere.
- Experience PGA-accredited coaching and practice facilities, ensuring a seamless golfing adventure.
- Join the thriving junior program, fostering fun and inclusive development for young golfers.
South Lakes Golf Club stands as Goolwa’s premier coastal golfing destination, perfectly positioned where the River Murray meets the Southern Ocean. Established in 1966, the club has evolved into South Australia’s largest regional golf establishment, trailblazing the fusion of a holiday-residential community with its pristine 18-hole championship layout.
The meticulously maintained course features Santa Anna Couch fairways and Bent grass greens, set across gently undulating terrain that echoes with the calming sound of distant waves. With multiple tee settings (par‑70, approximately 5,800 m), it accommodates all skill levels—welcoming everyone from beginners to seasoned golfers.
Off the course, the Bistro and Bar delivers top-tier hospitality, offering regional wines, casual lunch options, popular schnitzel nights, and a warm, relaxed vibe. Amenities include carts, practice facilities, PGA-accredited coaching, and a fully stocked pro-shop to ensure a seamless golfing experience.
South Lakes Golf Club is also a hub for families and young players, boasting a thriving junior program with over 40 participants in structured development squads. Under the guidance of PGA professional Steve Capon, clinics are designed to be fun, affordable, and inclusive.
Whether a holidaymaker, a local enthusiast, or a competitive golfer, South Lakes Golf Club offers a welcoming and unforgettable experience—a true haven for golf and community on South Australia’s breathtaking Fleurieu Peninsula.
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Grab rails in the bathroom
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
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