Plan Your Round at One of Canada’s Most Iconic Golf Courses
Golf Rates & Memberships
Walk in Stanley Thompson’s footsteps and experience one of Canada’s most celebrated golf courses.
View current rates, memberships, and everything you need to plan your round.
A Round to Remember
From a once-in-a-lifetime golf trip to a twilight walk through Stanley Thompson’s masterpiece, Highlands Links offers seasonal rates for visitors, local golfers, juniors, and returning players.
Set in the heart of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, every round here is a memory, and every hole is a postcard.
Staying at The Keltic Resort?
Guests may enjoy preferred hotel guest golf rates at Highlands Links.
Ask the Front Desk or Pro Shop for more information and to book your tee time!
Green Fees
June & October 1 to Close
| Rate Type | Availability | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Guest & Cape Breton Resident Walking | Open to 3:30 pm | $140 |
| Visitor Walking | Open to 3:30 pm | $170 |
| Hotel Guest & Cape Breton Resident Twilight Walking | After 3:30 pm | $110 |
| Visitor Twilight Walking | After 3:30 pm | $130 |
| Junior Walking (18 & Under) | Open to 3:30 pm | $99 |
| Junior Twilight (18 & Under) | After 3:30 pm | $77 |
Applicable taxes are not included. Power carts are available at an additional cost and subject to availability. Resident rates are available exclusively to local golfers residing in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
Book a Tee Time (opens in new tab)July 1st to September 30th
| Rate Type | Availability | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Guest & Cape Breton Resident Walking | Open to 3:30 pm | $175 |
| Visitor Walking | Open to 3:30 pm | $210 |
| Hotel Guest & Cape Breton Resident Twilight Walking | After 3:30 pm | $125 |
| Visitor Twilight Walking | After 3:30 pm | $150 |
| Junior Walking (18 & Under) | Open to 3:30 pm | $99 |
| Junior Twilight (18 & Under) | After 3:30 pm | $77 |
Applicable taxes are not included. Power carts are available at an additional cost and subject to availability. Resident rates are available exclusively to local golfers residing in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
Book a Tee Time (opens in new tab)Open to May 31st
| Rate Type | Availability | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Guest Walking & Cape Breton Resident | Open to 3:30 pm | $95 |
| Visitor Walking | Open to 3:30 pm | $95 |
| Hotel Guest & Cape Breton Resident Twilight Walking | After 3:30 pm | $95 |
| Junior Walking (18 & Under) | Open to 3:30 pm | $50 |
| Junior Twilight (18 & Under) | After 3:30 pm | $50 |
Applicable taxes are not included. Power carts are available at an additional cost and subject to availability. Resident rates are available exclusively to local golfers residing in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
Book a Tee Time (opens in new tab)| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| Power Cart (Per Golfer) | $31.50 |
| TaylorMade Qi35 Full Club Rental Set | $75 |
Applicable taxes are not included. Rental equipment and cart rentals subject to availability. Cart rentals subject to weather and course conditions.
Book a Tee Time (opens in new tab)2027 Memberships
| Membership Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Adult 5-Day | $1,650 |
| Adult 7-Day | $2,875 |
| Couples 5-Day | $3,050 |
| Couples 7-Day | $5,450 |
| Junior 7-Day | $360 |
Applicable taxes are not included in any prices.
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Before You Tee Off
Warm up on our putting and short game practice areas before your round.
Stanley Thompson’s greens are full of character, so a few practice putts are highly recommended.
Experience Highlands Links the Way It Was Meant to Be Played
Stay steps from the first tee at The Keltic Resort and turn your round into a full Highlands getaway.
Oceanfront accommodations, Atlantic-inspired dining, and one of Canada’s most celebrated golf experiences, all in one stay.
Explore the Course Before You Play
Get to know each hole at Highlands Links including the meaning behind the names, layouts, strategy, playing tips, and the legacy of Stanley Thompson’s 1941 masterpiece.
Know Before You Play
Need information about park entry requirements, golf policies, cart details, cancellations, or preparing for your round?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Cape Breton Highlands Links is located within Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and all visitors require a valid Parks Canada entry pass. Passes can be purchased at the clubhouse or through Parks Canada.
Power carts are available for rent but are subject to availability, weather conditions, and course operations. We recommend booking early if you plan to rent a cart.
Tee times must be cancelled at least 72 hours in advance to avoid applicable charges.
Yes. TaylorMade Qi4D rental sets are available, subject to availability. We recommend reserving rental clubs in advance, especially during peak season.
All golfers must check in at the Pro Shop at least 15 minutes before their scheduled tee time.
Highlands Links offers dedicated putting and short game practice areas to help you prepare before your round. Stanley Thompson’s greens are full of character, so we highly recommend spending a few moments warming up before heading to the first tee. Practice facilities are available to registered golfers.
Ready to Walk Stanley Thompson’s Masterpiece?
Book your round and experience one of Canada’s best golf courses in the heart of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
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