Portsalon

Fanad, County Donegal, Ireland


Portsalon Golf Club, perhaps because of its remoteness is still a relatively unknown course but is all the better for that, the fairways not too crowded and deserving of the title ‘hidden gem’. Located on Fanad Peninsula beyond the Knockalla mountains, among sand dunes in a seaside location that some have compared to Pebble Beach. The fairways are narrow, with streams coming into play on many holes, e.g. 18th where the approach to the green has to carry a stream and like all the greens, it is well protected. The course is challenging with a variety of holes that overall provide a very satisfying days golf.

Course Information and Facilities

Address:
Fanad, County Donegal, Ireland 

Carts:
No

Region:
North 

Caddies:
By request

Founded:
1891 

Pull Trollies:
Yes

Course Architect:
Thompson of Portrush, Pat Ruddy, and current improvements under P. McGinley 

Catering:
Bar and Restaurant 

Course Type:
Links 

Major Events:
 

Par:
69 

Practice Facilities:
Practice net, two practice greens (putting and chipping), and short game area (at the far end of the course)  

Length:
5,878 

Guest Locker Rooms:
Yes

Pro Shop:
Yes

Location