Minett · Canada · Ontario
The Rock Golf Club
The Rock Course
The Rock Course holds a significant position in Ontario golf. It is a challenging layout that makes full use of rock, forest, and wetlands. Located in Minett, Ontario, this course is set within a rocky woodland terrain. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a unique Canadian golf experience, defined by its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the strategic decisions it demands from the player. The Round selects The Rock Course for its architectural, historical, or territorial value within the World Golf Atlas.
woodland · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,200 m · 2004
At a glance
The Rock — Nick Faldo through Muskoka’s wild granite
Geography & setting
The Rock Course is located in Minett, Ontario, Canada. The course is situated within a rocky woodland terrain. This geographical description should be complemented by details on the exact soil types, elevation, prevailing exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of seasons on playing conditions.
History
Opened in 2004, The Rock was designed by Nick Faldo and his design team.
Architecture
Granite, forest, wetlands, narrow corridors and elevated tees create a compact demanding Muskoka course.
The course in detail
The course features 18 holes, with a par of 72, and measures approximately 6200 meters from the championship tees. The course utilizes its rocky woodland environment to shape angles, hazards, and approaches to the greens.
Club experience
The course forms part of the Minett resort destination.
Practical information
- Official website
- www.therockgolf.com/