Top Public Golf Courses on the Mornington Peninsula

When people visit the Mornington Peninsula they think of family-friendly beaches, fishing, amazing dining, delightful wineries, stunning scenery and golf! Yes, that’s right, people love to swing the irons on the fairway down here on the peninsula and we are most certainly fortunate to have some of Melbourne’s best public golf courses right on our doorstep.

During our current COVID-19 lockdown, golf is an activity that is still allowed and why wouldn’t you get out and enjoy what the peninsula has to offer. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so we will be looking at our top public golf courses here on the peninsula, but we don’t think you can go wrong with any choice the next time you play.

The Dunes Golf Links

What more could you ask for than Victoria’s number one public access golf course and one of Australia’s top 20 golf courses! Set on 300 acres of gently rolling sand dunes, the 27-hole golf facility caters for all abilities.

The Dunes Course Tour is an 18-hole championship course which is true links golf, designed by Tony Cashmore. If you’re struggling for time though, you can go around on one of Australia’s best 9-hole courses the Cups Course.

Make sure your game is one point with 300m driving range, pitching and putting greens plus practice bunker, for those who spend a bit of time in the sand!

After the days play is done, why not relax and enjoy a meal in the cafe or a refreshing beverage in the bar with views of the course.

Location: 335 Browns Road, Rye VIC 3941

Opening Hours: Everyday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Book a Game: 03 5985 1334

Website: https://www.thedunes.com.au/

St Andrews Beach Golf Course

Ranked Australia’s 5th best public access course by Golf Australia Magazine, this course was designed by renowned golf architect Tom Doak. Nestled near the thundering surf of Gunnamatta Beach, the Gunnamatta Course brings elements from the famous links courses of the UK and Ireland.

Since opening this course to the public in 2009 St Andrews Beach has maintained its position as the number one public access course on the Australia mainland.

A fully licensed rustic style clubhouse featuring al-fresco decking that offers snacks and light meals, it has everything you need for a top-up on your way around or once you’ve finished.

Location: 209 Sandy Road, Fingal VIC 3939

Opening Hours: Everyday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Book a Game: 03 5988 6000

Website: https://standrewsbeachgolf.com.au/

Moonah Links Golf Resort

You just cannot resist playing on Victoria’s largest golf tourism development consisting of two world-class 18 holes courses. Moonah Links is certainly a golfers paradise.

The Open Course was designed for the Australian Open and is one of the longest courses in Australia. With exceptional views for spectators and golfers, this course is designed to challenge the modern-day golfer and can be played at many different lengths depending on the tees selected.

The Legends Course was is a more friendly golfing experience for players of all ages and abilities. Following a valley through a variety of landscapes from both Moonah woodlands to open links, you’ll enjoy your game even if it’s not going your way.

Moonah Links clubhouse provides for all occasions, with accommodation, conference facilities, bar, members lounge and Pebbles restaurant.

Location: 55 Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal VIC 3939

Opening Hours: Everyday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Book a Game: 03 5988 2000

Website: https://www.moonahlinks.com.au/

Bay Views Golf Course

How can you not enjoy a game of golf when you have panoramic views of Port Phillip Bay!

Bay Views Golf Course (formerly known as Carrington Park Golf Course) is an 18 hole course that offers Santa Anna couch fairways in excellent condition, along with lovely manicured greens, year-round!

The newly refurbished deck area offers a great place to relax and unwind post-round with a cold drink or snack whilst soaking in the magnificent views!

This course is ideal for social groups and offering very affordable green fees, it should be on your next-to-play list, as this one is a hidden gem!

Location: Elizabeth Drive, Rosebud VIC 3939

Opening Hours: Everyday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Book a Game: 03 5981 2833

Website: https://bayviewsgolf.com.au/

Well, there you go. We hope you like our top public golf courses here on the Mornington Peninsula, and if you haven’t been to any of the above, why not give them a try today.

If you’d like to know more details on other golf courses here on the Peninsula check out Visit Mornington Peninsula.

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References:

https://www.visitmorningtonpeninsula.org/ThingsToDo/GolfCoursesResorts.aspx

https://bayviewsgolf.com.au/

https://www.moonahlinks.com.au/

https://standrewsbeachgolf.com.au/

https://www.thedunes.com.au/