About the course
Relaxed 18-hole parkland golf with a renowned bistro near Hervey Bay
Craignish Country Club is a public 18-hole parkland golf course in Craignish, Queensland, near Hervey Bay, playing to a par of 68. The club sits among picturesque country surroundings and offers a pro shop and on-site dining. The venue includes a bistro serving lunch and dinner seven days a week, with both air-conditioned and undercover outdoor seating.
Craignish carries the easygoing feel of a friendly country club, set in a rural landscape that suits a casual round followed by a meal. While the clubhouse and bar lean toward an unpretentious, slightly dated character, visitors consistently find it welcoming and well run. The bistro is a clear highlight of its reputation: diners regularly rave about the value lunch specials and the club's famously oversized schnitzels, alongside genuinely fast and attentive service. It's the kind of place that draws a steady, loyal crowd, so expect a busy, lively atmosphere at peak times. For golfers, the combination of an accessible parkland layout and a popular, affordable bistro makes for a relaxed all-round visit.