The Takeaway:  Routed through the mountains surrounding Whistler, Chateau rarely features a flat hole due to the significant elevation changes throughout. As a result, exciting shots are found at every turn, but missing the fairway often results in a lost ball. As you get onto the back nine, keep your eyes peeled for bear sightings.  Grade B-

Quick Facts

Designer:  Robert Trent Jones Jr. 1993

Cost:  $70 - $105 (includes cart) Click for current rates

Phone Number:  604.938.2092

Course Website:  Official Website - Visit Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club's official website by clicking on the link provided.

Directions:  Get here! - 4612 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, British Columbia  V8E 0Z5 – CANADA

Photos:  See additional photos of Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club

Similar Course:

• Jug Mountain Ranch

What to Expect:  While most courses in the Whistler area are virtually dead flat, Chateau Whistler gives players a true mountain experience with large elevation changes, expansive views, and being subject to the occasional blind shot. The fairways are generally framed by forest or ravines that create clear lines of where you’ll want to place your tee shot. Robert Trent Jones Jr. does a great job of giving plenty of variety to the course, but being offline with your shots will result in numerous lost balls, so come prepared with plenty of pellets if your driver is squirrelly. Bears are commonplace at the course, so you are wise to avoid bringing food with you unless you want a visitor that is much more intimidating than the crows. These hibernators are more common in the spring time, but having one saunter along the fairway during the summer months won’t surprise any locals. The extreme terrain requires carts to efficiently maneuver around the course, and provides a vehicle to house bear spray in. For a true mountain golf outing in the Great White North, Chateau Whistler delivers a memorable experience.

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