Silver Brooke Golf Club stands out as one of rural Ontario’s best-kept golfing secrets. Spread across 191 acres of rolling countryside in Lisle, this 18-hole, par-72 course stretches just over 6,600 yards and delivers a balanced mix of challenge and serenity. Designed with precision and built on natural contours, it’s a layout that rewards both thought and execution.
The front nine winds through stands of birch and pine, offering narrower driving corridors and a tranquil woodland feel. The back nine opens up into broader terrain, where elevation and water hazards shape the strategy. Bunkers are placed with purpose—never decorative, always influential—and the bright white sand contrasts sharply against lush bent-grass fairways. Greens are firm but fair, rolling true and quick without ever feeling punishing.
Silver Brooke’s practice facilities are as strong as its course. A seven-acre academy includes dedicated chipping, putting, and bunker areas with bent-grass target greens. The layout invites players to spend as much time improving as playing. The clubhouse overlooks both the ninth and eighteenth greens, giving golfers a scenic perch for pre- or post-round food and drinks.
One thing that separates Silver Brooke from most public courses is its environmental stewardship. It’s recognized for sustainable maintenance practices and wildlife preservation—a sign that the operation values longevity over flash. Every element feels intentional, from tee placement to native vegetation.
Silver Brooke has earned its loyal following by focusing on pure golf—good design, excellent conditioning, and an atmosphere that balances focus with friendliness. For anyone within reach of Alliston, Barrie, or Wasaga Beach, it’s worth the drive. Bring every club in the bag—you’ll use them all.
Olde Stonewall • Ellwood City, PA • oldestonewall.com • 724-752-4653
Hole No. 16 • Par 4 • 474 Yards
Olde Stonewall is a golf writer’s worst nightmare. Much like a lengthy uphill putt, chances are you’ll come up woefully short in your attempt to describe it with paper and pen.
Rising from the banks of Connoquenessing Creek about 45 minutes north of Pittsburgh, PA, the 7,100-yard magnum opus designed by world-renowned architects Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry has captured honor upon honor since debuting in 1999, including being ranked the #1 Public […]