Portsalon Golf Cub

Portsalon Golf Club was founded in 1891, and is one of the lesser known courses in Ireland for those out of the country, but is a true gem in terms of location, and the quirkiness of it's layout. On the 1st tee, and for the first half dozen holes, it's a beautiful setting as the course goes out along the shores of Lough Swilly, surrounded by the mountains of Donegal. The conditions are fairly basic, the course design mostly flat until the back nine and only there for a few holes. Narrow and undulating fairways winding through deep dunes, moderate bunkering, and large greens, generally open at the front. It is located on Ireland's most northerly point and is surrounded by the Atlantic. The course was established in 1891 and recently redesigned by Pat Ruddy. The course has been lengthened from less than 6,000 yards to more than 7,000 from the back tees, with an adjustment in the par from 68 to 72. The setting is one of the best in this corner of the country with in a sweep down to the foothills of Knockalla Mountain and the shores of Lough Swilly. A must play, just for the scenery, the course is a bit odd on some of the holes, and we played in 50 mph wind, and not sure I can fairly comment on the overall quality of the layout.