Our trip to Vancouver was focused around golf and food, so our second round of trip took us to McCleery Golf Course for an early morning tee time. The course itself was a lot of fun and the greens were in pretty good shape! The par 5s are reachable in 2, the par 3s aren't super tough, and the course as whole offers challenges for both good and beginner golfers. When we went, they were only allowing golf carts on the first 9 holes, and walking only on the back (due to construction) so we decided to get a push cart for the entire round. This was a great decision. The course is flatter without a ton of elevation, so it was a fairly easy course to walk. Getting a tee time, you can do so through their online portal. They charge a booking fee to book ahead of time, but it's worth it. We waited until the week before and the only available tee times were early morning or late late afternoon. If this is a course you want to play, definitely book as far ahead as possible. read more

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Hands down, the worst condition balls Ive ever seen. Ive played golf for over 30 years at hundreds of golf courses and McCleery driving range has balls that are so old and destroyed, that it's actually detrimental for your game to practice at their facility. Ive played at the course since the 90s and they have the same balls they did when I first started playing here. They fly sporadically and I lose about 30 yards on my pitching wedge. I can't believe how bad the balls are. Don't pay the money, it's not worth it read more

The toughest of the three municipal courses in Vancouver. In the front 9 there is a 200+ yd par 3 from the blue tees. In the back 9, there is a 428 yd uphill par 4. Located in the southlands area, this is a nice course with a nice clubhouse and driving range. My only complaint is that on one of the back 9 holes, I think it is #14, there are soooo many approach divots to the green. It is only on this hole. Why? I don't get it. read more

Beautiful course in every way. Tough to get a tee time here as well (as Fraserview) The Parks Board does a fantastic job maintaining all three golf courses, but this one is the prettiest. The fairways are tricky and tight and there are a few water features that might gobble up some balls. Despite the many ponds there doesn't seem to be a huge mosquito problem. The range is great and there always seems to be a spot available. Staff are great. read more

McCleery is a beautiful course on the banks of the Fraser River, designed by Canadian architect Ted Baker and established in 1959. This 6265 yards, par 71, 18-hole course is one of the nicest public courses in Vancouver, sister to Langara Golf Course and Fraserview Golf Course. It features gently sloping fairways, sprinkled with pretty water hazards. With mature trees framing each narrow fairway, golfers are required to focus the shots in a more meticulous manner. A beginner like me could only count my beginner's luck for my ball to find its way. The most enjoyable part was the abundance of wild lives present. My heart leaped up with the green was surrounded by the goose (tried not to let the poops bug me) and when a baby coyote peaked its curious head out from the bushes. This is an escape from the bustling city. Cheerios~ read more

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On a cloudy Monday morning I played McCleery Golf Course. I've always had a tough time playing this course. It is certainly not like most city courses. I find McCleery tough! The fairways are somewhat narrow. The tree line makes for some tough driving holes. Also, the course has a tough lay out. Drives are not always a straight on shot. The course requires that a golfer shape his shot. Bend it to the left or bend it to the right... A golfer is required to have a full bag of shots. Overall the course is in pretty good shape. The rough needs some trimming but the greens were fair and true. I didn't have a great day, but I broke 100. I shot a 97. Considering that 85 percent of the golfers can't honestly break 100 I should be happy about that! read more

This is a very beautiful golf course. The fairways have some character, with just the right amount of sand and water. McCleery would be an excellent course to play in the autumn if you enjoy golfing with brilliant fall colors. The course Marshall was really on his toes and kept everyone playing to speed, but did so in a very nice manner. The price for 18 holes and cart rental came to just over $60 per person. Didn't try the restaurant this time out, but I'm sure I'll be back. read more

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If it were possible, I would not hesitate to leave a review with negative stars. My family and I have been going to this golf course for years and today was the final straw. My dad, brother, sister, and myself arrived for our tee time and went to the driving range to warm up beforehand. While we were leaving to start our actual round of golf, the manager of the course Kim Cooper confronted me as I was walking through the entrance/exit to the driving range, the little inside area that dispensed balls into the baskets. It would have taken me less than 3 seconds to walk through the vacant area, but she felt the need to stop me and interrogate me for not wearing my mask. I had accidentally left my mask back at the stall I was just using, and I was attempting to tell her I just left it there. She continued to not listen to me and kept being hostile towards me when I was showing no aggression at all and trying to explain that I had lost it. At this point, it was clear she just wasn't going to listen to me so I exited the building and made my way over to the main course. We made our way over to the first tee and made our first shots. At this time, all four of us had 2 bags of golf clubs and were sharing clubs. We have done this countless times before at this same golf course and have never had an issue. On their own rule book, it doesn't mention anything about sharing clubs not being allowed. Not even halfway down the first hole, Kim Cooper along with another employee came up to us with power carts. They immediately said to us that we could either rent two more bags of clubs, or that two of us could leave. We asked if two of us could walk alongside the other two who were actually playing and watch them play, and the answer was no. Myself and my sister decided to be the ones who were going to leave and not play. The entire time my family was deciding who was going to stay and who was going to leave, both employees were making unnecessary snarky and arrogant remarks just to further infuriate us. While my sister and us were leaving, Kim Cooper who was talking to me 10 minutes prior, recognized me and said "Oh look who it is, the anti-maskers". Back when we were entering the driving range, she even watched us walk to our stalls with our masks on, so for her to say this is just abysmal. I highly recommend this golf course to anyone who enjoys being treated like dogshit by brain dead employees who have zero respect for people around them. read more

A tough, target-style well kept muni course with many beautiful old trees. The trees encroach on many of the landing areas but, course management and well-conceived shots will earn you a low score. Playing from forward tees not only moves you closer to the landing areas but also changes the angles to avoid many trees. The forward tees lower the slope rating from 130 down to 119 making it downright idyllic. One star off because the summer prices are unreasonable. $80 including a cart is unreasonable. There are many other courses of equal or better layout and condition within an hour drive for a fraction of the price. read more

There are three public access golf courses in Vancouver proper: Fraserview, Langara, and my favourite McCleery. McCleery has the middle price point between the three with Summer weekend rates at $65 per round. Sounds like a lot of money to those who may have not golfed before, but it is one of the cheaper places in the Vancouver area, and worth the price in my opinion. All the courses are beautiful however, what makes McCleery stand out for me is it's difficulty (the most challenging one) with tight fairways, long par threes and enough water to make you question shot selection when you stand up next to your ball. A warning in advance: Hole #10 regardless if you tee off from red, white or blue will make you learn new swear words. It's impossibly long, uphill, and even when you get to the green you realize its like a ramp. However after struggling through #10 and the uphill walk, you will be rewarded with #11 a long par 5, that has an amazing tee box view. Bomb away with driver. For those who enjoy a beer and burger or snacks there is fairly large casual dining area inside and a patio outside for nice days. They have basic breakfast and lunch foods and small selection of beer. I believe they have a deal for a beer and burger for $14, not bad. My usual snack after 9 holes is their sausage rolls. If you can get them fresh they are rock solid. Tip: if you want a decent morning/early tee time on Sundays, make sure you go online at 7:00pm on the dot on Tuesdays to book your time. read more

City course just off W. Marine Drive. Popular facility with a good practice range. However, on more than 1 occasion I have had to wait as all the stalls were full. Like all the city courses, McCleery is in very good condition. It has some small hills & small ponds. Along a fairway on the back 9 we walked upon a portly shiny beaver enjoying a meal of lush grass. The course was busy but our 4 some still finished in 4.5 hours. They do move you along. Some of the greens are very large. Some of the holes require driving over a pond. Others require flying the approach over a small pond. #18 while short for a par 4, requires clearing a group of 6-9 bunkers fronting the green. While the course runs along the Fraser River, I don't remember ever catching a glimpse of the water. I enjoyed the course & will return. read more

I went and shot 3 buckets of balls at this driving range. I like the old school use of yellow balls - (yellow balls used to identify range balls as stolen). Really great stalls and a nice view to shoot out at. Somewhat protected from the wind too. Also like the fact that the roof does not project too far out over-head, so you are free to loft shots at will. read more

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