With dramatic landscapes, sweeping coastlines, and a sense of untouched beauty, this region offers some of the most breath-taking golf courses in the world. From the historic Royal Dornoch, consistently ranked among the best globally, to the stunning Castle Stuart, every round in the Highlands offers challenging courses and spectacular views.
Royal Dornoch, founded in 1877 and one of Scotland’s oldest courses, has some of the best holes you will find anywhere, rightly earning its place in the world’s top 20 courses. Just down the coast, Nairn Golf Club, a past Walker Cup venue, combines classic links golf with stunning views over the Moray Firth and a golf trip to The Highlands wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Brora Golf Club, designed by James Braid – a traditional seaside links course of the finest quality, complete with roaming Highland cattle.
Playing golf here is an adventure in itself. And off the courses, the Highlands are rich in whisky distilleries, centuries-old castles, and warm Scottish hospitality. If you’re after a golf trip that feels wild, remote, and deeply rewarding, the Highlands deliver in every sense.
The Scottish Highlands are accessible via Inverness Airport, with flights from major UK cities. Trains from Edinburgh and Glasgow connect to Inverness, while the A9 and A82 provide scenic driving routes.
The Highlands’ climate is influenced by its rugged terrain and altitude, leading to cooler and more variable conditions compared to the rest of Scotland. Summers (June to August) are mild, with temperatures ranging from 14°C to 19°C (57°F to 66°F), while winters (December to February) are colder, averaging 0°C to 7°C (32°F to 45°F), with snowfall common in higher elevations. Spring and autumn see temperatures of 8°C to 14°C (46°F to 57°F), with unpredictable weather changes. Rainfall is frequent throughout the year, particularly in autumn and winter, while strong winds are common, especially in coastal and elevated areas, making layered clothing essential.
