Creston has two great golf courses located in the valley. Both courses have exceptional qualities, but serious golfers should not miss the challenge of Kokanee Springs Golf Resort. Creston Golf Club is more forgiving, and therefore accommodating to intermediate golfers
Kokanee Springs Golf Resort
Designed by Norman Woods, Kokanee Springs Golf Resort features a number of big water hazards, including an at times raging mountain river, and some huge elevation changes from teebox to green. Long driving fairways and immense rolling greens add a significant measure of intimidation for beginners. Kokanee Springs is remotely located on the east shore of Kootenay Lake. Drive an hour north of Creston, along a breathtaking section of Highway 3A, and discover one of British Columbia's best courses. Golfers with their own aircraft can utilize the private 823m/2700ft grass airstrip at Crawford Bay. The resort offers golf packages including accommodation at Kokanee Lodges – conveniently located between the tenth and twelfth fairways.
Creston Golf Club
The Creston Golf Club has hosted its share of championship events. However, it offers a slightly more mellow experience than Kokanee Springs for the beginner-to-intermediate golfer. This being said, hole #7 does involve a 15-storey drop from tee to fairway. The water hazards here come complete with resident turtles. Golf here in September and enjoy the glint of fall sunshine on golden leaves against the backdrop of the Purcell Mountains. Creston Golf Club is located on Mallory Road, 5km/3mi south of Creston, off Highway 21. Private pilots can fly into the Creston Valley Airport located just minutes from the clubhouse.
For more information on golfing in the Creston area contact the Visitor Centre.