White Sands Golf Course and Practice Centre

I was looking for an affordable spot to play 9 holes of golf on my vacation and came across White Sands while surfing the net.
The course is located just a few minutes outside of downtown Ottawa and they offer a sweet deal where you can hit some practice balls, rent clubs and a cart, and play 9 holes for around $ 30.00.
White Sands is a par-​3 course, but Graham Cooke has made this track rather challenging; accuracy is paramount or you will lose several balls during your round. The 5^th hole is a test for even a low handicap as you have to clear a huge amount of water and multiple sand traps.
The longest hole on the course is a mammoth 223-​yard par-​3 that, again, features multiple sand traps and puts some of the Nova Scotia courses to shame. Despite some of the challenges, you can play the course in about 90 minutes, although it took us a little longer on this day as it was over 30 degrees and we ended up having to take a lengthy water break after number 7.
I really enjoyed my time at White Sands; some of the holes are not visually pleasing, but the course was in good shape and the set-​up is first class — right down to the staff that served us.

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For a beginner golfer, who is looking to practice without the intimidating, up at 6am, playing 18 holes 5 times a week golf fanatics, White Sands Golf is absolutely the perfect place to be. The course has 9 holes (all of which are par 3), a driving range as well as a practice area for chipping and putting.
I have been very impressed by the prices. When you think of golf, you usually think very expensive, but the prices at White Sands are definitely decent. If you want to play nine holes, it costs only $ 18. The price for 18 (aka, playing the course twice) is $ 28.50. My favourite is the Practice and Play package. For only $ 22, you get a basket of balls for the driving range, unlimited use of the practice area and a game of 9 holes. This is beyond decent compared to some of the courses in the Ottawa region. They also have memberships at varying prices based on the length of commitment and offer senior’s discounts. Like most courses, they also offer rentals of pull carts and clubs at a reasonable price.
I usually book a tee-​time just to ensure I don’t have to wait, but I have dropped in on occasion and been able to tee off almost right away. There is an area inside by the registration desk that sells some clubs as well as drinks to keep you hydrated while you are on the green.
While the course may not be the best maintained, it is pretty scenic and features nice greenery and ponds. Bring a visor though, the afternoon sun beats down pretty strong!
I like White Sands because I do not feel the pressure to play quick and race through my game to accommodate the regulars who are far more advanced, and thus quicker at laying the course. I am able to take my time and (attempt) to respect the learning process.
Golf Season is here! My clubs are polished and waiting to go and I can’t wait to get out on the green. White Sands will be my first stop, as I am likely rusty after a long Ottawa winter and will need a lot of practice!