New Zealand Golf Courses
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Te Arai North Golf Club
Te Arai North Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 71 links-style golf course in New Zealand designed by Tom Doak that features oceanfront and inland holes with varied terrain and strategic green designs.
Starting and finishing on the Ocean, the 18 hole, par 71 golf course has been designed as a traditional walking links golf experience. Designed by Tom Doak, the same designer as sister course, Tara Iti (ranked #6 in the world), you can expect the North Course near the top of its class. Playing very differently than the South Course, with more inland golf and unique green shapes, we will let you decide which is your favourite.
Possibly the most dramatic holes on the course will be the 11th and 13th. The former is a long par-5 with an elevated green and a ‘whirlpool’ hazard to the right, some seven meters below the green. The 13th is a long par-4 with its green at the edge of a huge natural bunker, so that second shots have to be played over the sand or safely around to the left. It’s a hole very reminiscent of Pine Valley in New Jersey, and indeed so is much of the inland terrain at Te Arai.
It is odd having to apologize for a golf course that ‘only’ features the ocean for seven of the 18 holes, but that is how spoiled golfers have become by the best of New Zealand’s modern golf courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Te Arai North Golf Club open to visitors?
Yes, visitors can book tee times at Te Arai North Golf Club. Advance reservations are recommended due to the course’s exclusivity and popularity among golfers.
What skill level is Te Arai North suited for?
Te Arai North offers a challenging links-style experience suitable for experienced golfers, while mid-handicap players can also enjoy its strategic layout and inland variety.
What makes Te Arai North Golf Club unique?
Designed by Tom Doak, Te Arai North features dramatic inland terrain, signature green shapes, and standout holes like the 11th and 13th. Its blend of ocean-front and inland holes provides a distinct experience from the sister South Course.
When is the best time of year to play at Te Arai North?
The best months are spring through autumn (September to April), when weather conditions are mild, the course is in peak condition, and daylight hours allow for a full round.
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