About the course
Russell-designed sandbelt championship layout with dramatic dune shots near Perth
Lake Karrinyup Country Club is a private 18-hole parkland course in Karrinyup, Western Australia, playing to a par of 72 over 6,281 metres. Established in 1928, the course was designed by Alex Russell. On-site facilities include a driving range, pro shop, restaurant and dining, cart hire, and coaching.
Set amid rolling fairways and dunes, the course routes around its namesake lake, with the elevated setting producing dramatic shots played from high points and a handful of testing climbs. Players consistently praise the conditioning and the wide, strategic fairways, along with the beautiful scenery and resident wildlife that lend the round an enchanting, natural feel. The greens earn a strong reputation for speed, so visitors are well advised to arrive ready for fast, demanding putting surfaces. The clubhouse experience also draws warm comment, with reviewers noting friendly staff, generous menu options and enjoyable dining, even if the occasional dish doesn't land. As a private club widely regarded among Perth's finest, it carries a premium reputation to match its access and price point.