A tricky opening hole with the fairway sloping right to left. A fade into this fairway will help the ball hold up. A fairway wood or rescue wood might be the safest option off the tee, as out of bounds lurks to the right and water left.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Don’t take on too much for this opening hole. A conservative tee shot still allows for an approach into an elevated green.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy.

A straightforward par 5, but accuracy off the tee is at a premium. After a good tee shot, the green could be in range, which allows for a good birdie opportunity.

The Expert’s Tip 

“A great risk-reward hole. A tee shot hugging the left side will leave you a shorter approach to this reachable par 5.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy.

Club selection off the tee is crucial, as the fairway slopes into a dam. Once again, a fairway wood or rescue wood might be the best option off the tee, which should leave you a mid-iron carry over the water. The hole is protected by out-of-bounds left and water right.

The Expert’s Tip 

“A very demanding hole that requires focus and precision on the tee shot and approach. Make sure you clear your thoughts and trust your swing. “  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy.

A short hole with a carry over water to a narrow green. Club selection is crucial, as short will land you in the water and long will leave you a downhill chip back towards the water.

The Expert’s Tip

 “Play for the middle of the green no matter where the pin is located. When in doubt, take an extra club and look out for the wind which tends to swirl in this corner.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy.

A drainage sloot runs through the middle of the fairway so check club selection off the tee. Mark sure your approach shots is left of the reeds protecting the green.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Another risk reward par 5 that plays significantly uphill for the approach. A good drive will leave you within striking distance, but don’t be tempted unless you have enough club. A lay up short and left of the green leaves a straightforward pitch.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy.

A semi-blind tee shot over a hill. A 230m tee shot just left off the cart path will place you in a perfect position. Shorter hitters must keep left of the cart path.

The Expert’s Tip 

”A unique tee shot that plays uphill and around a large tree. If you feel the need to be aggressive, a high fade can make this hole a lot shorter. “ 

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

Hole 7 is also restricted by the topography of the land. The longer hitter will aim over the left-hand bunker, while the shorter hitter should aim at the directional marker. Out-of-bounds runs down the left of the hole.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Longer hitters should be aware of the pin location on this downhill par 4. Even though a long drive collects into a bowl area before the green, being too close can leave a tricky wedge shot.” 

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

A simple par 3 with water protecting the right of the green and bunkers protecting the left.

The Expert’s Tip 

“This par 3 can play anywhere from a wedge to a fairway wood, depending on the tee location. If you are unsure of the club selection - take an extra club.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

A very narrow driving hole with out-of-bounds right and left. A long iron or rescue wood may be required off the tee to gain position.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Position off the tee is crucial here. Aim for the largest part of the fairway to avoid the bunkers. Trust your yardage on the approach shot.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

Your choice - left or right. The right-hand fairway might allow for a better view of the green.

The Expert’s Tip 

“An elevated tee shot with incredible views of the course - but don’t let that distract you. Keep the drive right for a better view of the green to set up a birdie chance.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

A beautiful, downhill par 3 with club selection vital due to the elevation change and the swirling winds. Depending on the wind direction you can use anything from a pitching wedge to a 4 iron.

The Expert’s Tip 

“This par 3 requires some calculation before you hit this tee shot. Make sure you adjust the distance for elevation and wind, before make a committed swing.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

After a successful tee shot, the golfer must negotiate a green protected by waterfront and right. This is a very demanding hole; shorter hitters should consider laying up short of the green.

The Expert’s Tip 

“The start of two demanding drives in a row. Now is the time to commit to the drive and avoid the water on the left. The approach should be played to the middle-left portion of the green.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

The ideal tee shot is just short of the fairway bunker. This will leave you with a short iron to the green. Water protects the left- and right-hand sides of the fairway. With your approach shot make sure you’re on the correct side of the green, as this green has a large camels-back in the middle of it.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Your drive should be aimed just right of the fairway bunker whether you want to take on this tee shot or not. The slope of the green can be used to get the ball close to the hole.“  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

This is a fairly short par 5, which allows for a birdie opportunity. The fairway is protected on the left by trees and by long grass and water on the right.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Similar to Hole 2, a drive hugging the left side of fairway leaves the shortest approach to arguably the easiest par 5 on the course. “  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

Once again make sure your club selection is correct off the tee as a dam protects the front and right of the green.

The Expert’s Tip 

“A long iron or fairway wood to the largest part of the fairway makes this hole a lot easier. Make emphasis on hitting this large green as it is well shaped around thick rough, water and a bunker.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

A short but narrow par 4. A long iron or rescue wood may be your best option off the tee to avoid the water long and right. For the longer hitter, this might be an opportunity to have a go at reaching the green in one but beware the dangers all around.

The Expert’s Tip 

“A very fun drivable par 4, especially from the forward tees. But don’t be tempted unless you are fearless. More birdies are made with a wedge from the large fairway.” 

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

Another downhill par 3 with a very long green. Make sure your club selection is correct and you should have a good birdie opportunity.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Elevation change is a constant feature when playing Eagle Canyon, so this par 3 should be of no surprise by now. Be aware of any wind you feel and take dead aim.”  

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy

A good closing hole, which requires an accurate tee shot just right of the bunker, which will allow you to attack a well-guarded green. If you attack the green in two, beware the koppie on the right and deep ravine left.

The Expert’s Tip 

“Down and then up! The semi-blind tee shot has more space than you think, and a good drive will put you in position to get home in two. If you have the urge to attack with your long iron or fairway wood, there is a small bail-out right of the green. “ 

Professional Golfer and Eagle Canyon Ambassador, Rouke van der Spuy