Perched in the Appalachian Mountains of western Newfoundland, Humber Valley Resort's River Course is one of Canada's most remote yet rewarding golf destinations. Opened in 2007 and designed by renowned Canadian architect Doug Carrick, this 18-hole championship layout rises and falls dramatically across forested, gently rolling terrain dotted with natural water hazards that weave alongside the legendary Humber River and Deer Lake. The course plays to 7,199 yards at par 72 and features 105 uniquely designed bunkers, including 49 on the front nine and 56 on the back—each one strategically placed to challenge without punishing.
What truly sets Humber Valley apart is its raw, unforgiving beauty. The 10th hole is the star attraction: a breathtaking par 4 where golfers tee off from an elevated platform 400 feet above the fairway below, creating one of the most photographed tee shots in North America. Every hole offers panoramic views of the valley, and the routing ensures complete seclusion—you'll rarely see another group. The Eagle's Perch Clubhouse, perched another 400 feet above the valley, offers a spectacular finishing touch with fine dining and a lounge overlooking the sweeping vistas.
This is a course that rewards preparation and course management, with gently rolling fairways and undulating greens that play challenging for experienced golfers while remaining accessible for those still building their game. Open mid-May through mid-October, Humber Valley is less about grinding your scorecard and more about the profound golf experience—a true wilderness adventure wrapped in championship golf.
Championship layout with dramatic elevation changes, pristine fairways, and strategic bunker placement routed through mountains and alongside the Humber River and Deer Lake.
<cite index="24-2">Luxury Vacation Condominiums and Luxury Chalets</cite> are available directly at the resort. <cite index="30-2,30-3">Three, four and five bedroom chalets are available with BBQs and Hot Tubs</cite>, ranging from <cite index="22-2,22-8,22-9">$100-$130 per room per night to $600 plus tax for a full chalet</cite>. <cite index="46-1,46-5">Rates vary seasonally from $350-$520 per day</cite>. <cite index="43-15,43-16,43-17">The chalets are spacious and well-equipped, noted for their cleanliness, cozy and elegant atmosphere, fully equipped kitchens, comfortable beds, and beautiful views</cite>.