Kevin Markham describes“ The links at Tralee is home to some of the best holes in Ireland, as well as some of the most dazzling scenery.”
We can’ t agree more. From the high clubhouse most of the 18 holes are on show and they will take your breath away. Beyond the edges of the course, the dunes, beaches, mountains and seascapes led Golf Channel to nominate Tralee as a top ten‘ Best Ocean Courses’ in the world. This is a golf experience you will be unlikely to forget. Tralee was designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay, despite Palmer’ s protestations that“ surely God designed the back nine.”
Situated on the rugged Atlantic coast of Ireland’ s south west lies this sensational links course, boasting a unique combination of traditional seaside golf links and world famous scenery. The links features towering dunes, undulating fairways, punishing rough and cliff top tees and greens.
Tralee Golf Club opened its present Arnold Palmer-designed course for play at Barrow in October, 1984, however had been instituted since the late 1800s. The golf course itself is steeped in history with many worthwhile views to be aware of. Throughout their game, golfers will enjoy panaromic views of the white sandy beaches and the ocean waves breaking across the rocks against a backdrop
Volume 3 • Issue 37 63