Palms Course

Arnold Palmer-designed parkland golf among century-old cabbage palms and water

The Palms Course is a private parkland course at Hope Island, Queensland, Australia, forming part of Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club. Designed by Arnold Palmer, the layout shown here plays 10 holes to a par of 38 over 3,147 metres, with 48 mapped bunkers. On-site facilities include a driving range, putting green, pro shop, restaurant/dining and coaching.

Players consistently rate The Palms highly, praising it as a great and genuinely challenging layout that keeps you on your toes. Water is a recurring theme in reviews, with lakes and well-placed bunkers ready to punish wayward shots and reward thoughtful play. Conditioning earns frequent compliments, with recent feedback singling out immaculate greens that roll smooth and quick following re-sowing. Many regulars describe returning week after week and finding a fresh challenge each time on a layout they hold in high regard. The setting adds to the appeal, with reviewers noting abundant wildlife including black swans, ducks and kangaroos around the course.