Maspalomas Golf

Overview: Situated on the southern tip of Gran Canaria, Maspalomas Golf is a historic and expansive parkland layout that offers one of the most visually unique rounds in the Atlantic. Designed by the renowned Scottish architect Philip Mackenzie Ross and inaugurated in 1968, the par-73 course is a masterclass in scale, featuring long, broad fairways that meander directly alongside the spectacular Maspalomas Dunes Nature Reserve. This 400-hectare landscape of undulating golden sand provides a stunning natural boundary for many of the holes, creating a rhythmic and immersive experience where the desert meets the green. Though primarily flat, the course is significantly influenced by the island’s characteristic trade winds, demanding careful club selection and strategic ball-striking to navigate its palm-lined corridors.

Did You Know? The course is celebrated for its deep connection to the island’s geological heritage; several holes, such as the par-3 11th, offer a surreal perspective where the emerald-green fairways seem to dissolve into the shifting dunes of the protected biosphere. Beyond its sport, Maspalomas Golf serves as a vital ecological buffer for the nature reserve, utilizing advanced irrigation to maintain its vibrant flora in harmony with the surrounding arid terrain. Its status as one of the oldest and most established venues in the Canary Islands has made it a favorite for those seeking a tranquil, "walking-friendly" round that captures the wild, volcanic spirit of Gran Canaria in a refined resort setting.