Tasmanian Golf Courses.

Tasmania boasts some of Australia's - and the World's - best public golf courses.

Tasmania has an exceptional concentration of acclaimed public-access golf, including Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes on King Island, and Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm near Bridport.

Tasmania's golf landscape continues to evolve, with Seven Mile Beach strengthening the public-access offering near Hobart and further course development and major upgrades progressing around the state.

What a time to be alive in Tasmania and around the world if you love the game of golf as much as we do!

Cape Wickham Golf Links

Ocean Dunes Golf Course

Barnbougle Dunes Golf Links

Barnbougle Lost Farm Golf Resort

Country Club Launceston

Royal Hobart Golf Club

7 Mile Beach

Tasmania Golf Club

Kingston Beach Golf Course

Ratho Farm Golf Course

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Cape Wickham Golf Links

Links golf at King Island's northern tip

Coastal links on the northern tip of King Island, set beside the Cape Wickham lighthouse and the Bass Strait shoreline. A true bucket-list round for travelling golfers.
- 18 holes
- Coastal links
- King Island
Ocean Dunes Golf Course

Wild Southern Ocean links on King Island

Spread over 290 acres of rolling terrain, Ocean Dunes snakes through more than 2 km of wild King Island coastline, with multiple tee options that suit every level of golfer.
- 18 holes
- Coastal links
- King Island
Barnbougle Dunes

Tasmania's original world-class links, near Bridport

Designed by Tom Doak and Mike Clayton, The Dunes opened in 2004 and put Barnbougle on the international map. Wide fairways, firm turf and bold bunkering beside Anderson Bay.
- 18 holes
- Doak & Clayton
- Opened 2004
Barnbougle Lost Farm

20-hole Coore & Crenshaw links beside the Forester River

A public-access, 20-hole links where wide fairways move through steep coastal dunes beside the Forester River. Designed by Coore & Crenshaw and opened in 2010.
- 20 holes
- Coore & Crenshaw
- Opened 2010
Country Club Tasmania

Launceston's resort golf, with a new championship course

Launceston's resort golf destination at Prospect Vale, now home to a new championship course. A convenient round for itineraries starting or finishing in Launceston.
- Launceston
- New championship course
Ratho Farm

Australia's oldest golf course, at Bothwell

Set on a historic farm on the outskirts of Bothwell in Tasmania's Central Highlands, Ratho Farm is Australia's oldest golf course. Links-style holes, charming lodging and local whisky close by.
- Bothwell
- Links-style
- Australia's oldest course
Tasmania Golf Club

Headland course above Barilla Bay

A memorable headland course just beyond Hobart Airport, with water surrounding much of the layout. Par 72 and 6,214 m from the championship markers. Social visitors can play without a handicap.
- Par 72
- Barilla Bay views
- No handicap needed
Royal Hobart Golf Club

Championship golf minutes from Hobart Airport

Hobart's established championship course, on a natural sand base with more than 80 fairway and greenside bunkers. Excellent practice facilities and a long tournament history.
- 18 holes
- Championship course
- Book via Pro Shop
7 Mile Beach

Pure coastal links on Hobart's doorstep

An 18-hole links through coastal dunes, designed by Mike Clayton and Mike DeVries. The South Course opened for public play in December 2025, about 10 minutes from Hobart Airport.
- 18 holes
- Pure links
- 10 min from the airport
Kingston Beach Golf Club

Coastal parkland beside the Channel

About 15 minutes south of central Hobart, between the mountain and the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. A relaxed public round with water views and a famous cliffside inclinator.
- 18 holes
- Visitors daily
- 15 min from Hobart

Cape Wickham Golf Course

Cape Wickham, the spectacular new Golf Course on King Island. The scenery is breathtaking and the course routing has been designed to give constant directional shifts, par threes and par fives playing to all points on the compass.

Ocean Dunes Golf Club

Ocean Dunes on the majestic west coast of King Island, facing the Great Southern Ocean, Ranked 4th On The List Of Australia’s Best Public Courses.

Tasmania’s newest courses are Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes, both on King Island and both spectacular ocean-side courses designed in the true Scottish links tradition.

Barnbougle Lost Farm

Next door is Barnbougle Lost Farm, a quirky 20 hole course with greens dispersed amongst the dunes and along the coastline. The course offers an exciting challenge for golfers of all abilities.

Tasmania’s newest courses are Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes, both on King Island and both spectacular ocean-side courses designed in the true Scottish links tradition.

Barnbougle Dunes

A traditional links course, Barnbougle Dunes on Tasmania’s north coast was built in the Scottish style with fairways overlooking Bass Strait. Ranked as Australia’s number 1 public golf course, the breathtaking landscape mirrors the wild coastal links courses of Scotland and Ireland.

Country Club Tasmania

Country Club Tasmania at Prospect Vale combines resort accommodation with an evolving golf precinct. Check the latest course-access arrangements when planning a Launceston golf itinerary.

Best public golf courses in Tasmania: a region-by-region guide

Tasmania packs an extraordinary variety of golf into a compact island: coastal links, island courses, historic country layouts and established city clubs. Use this guide and the interactive Tasmania golf courses map above to compare the main regions, then plan the transport and timing that connect them.

Barnbougle and north-east Tasmania

Barnbougle Dunes, Lost Farm and Bougle Run make Bridport a natural anchor for a Tasmania golf trip. The resort courses are public access, but popular tee times and accommodation should be planned well ahead.

King Island golf courses

Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes pair dramatic coastal golf with an island itinerary. Flights, luggage limits, tee times and on-island transport need to work together, particularly for larger groups.

Hobart and southern Tasmania

Seven Mile Beach has strengthened the public golf offering near Hobart, alongside Royal Hobart, Tasmania Golf Club and Kingston Beach. Access conditions differ between public courses and member clubs, so confirm visitor arrangements before finalising the day.

Launceston and the Central Highlands

Launceston Golf Club and Country Club Tasmania can be combined with northern touring, while Ratho Farm at Bothwell adds a distinctive heritage experience between north and south. Check current access and course conditions when building the route.

Course comparison

Tasmania golf courses by region

Course or group	Region	Visitor planning note
Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm	Bridport, north-east	Public resort golf; book tee times, accommodation and transfers early.
Bougle Run	Bridport, north-east	Short-course option that fits well around the resort's longer layouts.
Cape Wickham	King Island	Public coastal links; coordinate flights, clubs and island transport.
Ocean Dunes	King Island	Public coastal course often paired with Cape Wickham.
Seven Mile Beach	Hobart and south-east	Public-access coastal golf close to Hobart Airport.
Royal Hobart, Tasmania Golf Club and Kingston Beach	Hobart region	Visitor access and tee-time conditions should be confirmed with each club.
Ratho Farm	Bothwell, Central Highlands	Historic country golf that can link northern and southern itineraries.
Launceston Golf Club and Country Club Tasmania	Launceston	Club and resort options; confirm current course access when planning.

Planning the journey

Building a practical Tasmania golf itinerary

The island looks small on a map, but successful golf travel depends on realistic driving times, flight schedules, accommodation and room for every golf bag. A private itinerary can connect Launceston Airport, Barnbougle, Hobart and regional courses without relying on separate transport suppliers.

Secure priority tee times and accommodation first
Allow sensible travel time between golf regions
Match vehicle and trailer capacity to the full group
Plan airport transfers around actual flight times
Add rest, produce or sightseeing time where practical

Frequently asked questions

Tasmanian golf courses FAQs

What are the best public golf courses in Tasmania?

Barnbougle Dunes, Lost Farm, Cape Wickham, Ocean Dunes and Seven Mile Beach are among Tasmania's standout public-access golf destinations. The best combination depends on your arrival airport, available days and whether King Island is included.

How many golf courses are there in Tasmania?

Tasmania has dozens of golf courses and clubs across the island. The precise count varies depending on whether nine-hole layouts, resort courses and private or member clubs are included, so trip planning is better based on visitor access and region.

Where are Tasmania's main golf regions?

The main visitor golf regions are Barnbougle and the north-east, Launceston, the Central Highlands, Hobart and the south-east, King Island and the north-west. Combining regions requires realistic driving or flight planning.

Can visitors play Tasmania's leading golf courses?

Many headline resort and public courses welcome visiting golfers, although advance bookings are strongly recommended. Member clubs may have different visitor, introduction or reciprocal-access requirements.

How do golf groups travel between Tasmania's courses?

Private airport and course transfers are the simplest option for groups carrying golf bags and luggage. Our premium vehicles and enclosed carpeted trailers can be matched to the passenger and equipment requirements of the itinerary.

Can you organise a multi-day Tasmania golf tour?

Yes. Luxury Tours Tasmania creates private golf itineraries that can combine courses, airport transfers, accommodation logistics and optional food, wine or scenic experiences. Availability and pricing depend on dates and group requirements.

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Tell us your dates, preferred courses and group size. Our local team will help shape a private itinerary and transport plan.

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