Banff Springs Hole #11 "Magpie" 417-yard Par4 Handicap 10
Thompson’s orders were to build a championship course at Banff and one of the areas this most manifests itself relative to his work at Jasper Park is that there are several green complexes here (namely the fourth, sixth, eighth, tenth, and eleventh) where a forced carry is really the only play. At Jasper, he did a magnificent job of always giving the weaker player some way of chasing a ball onto the green. Missing greens just short at Jasper often leaves the easiest up and down – not so at Banff where it takes some time to know where to best miss it.
Banff has recaptured its rustic charm and texture by restoring the native grasses in recent years.
The golfer needs to avoid this bunker 260 yards off the 11th tee.
Banff Springs GC:
The course offers just two simple things. First, a breathtaking view in every direction and second, a magnificent layout that thrills every golfer fortunate enough to spend a day here. Amateurs and professionals alike are constantly amazed by its panoramic challenge. From the actual hole design to the optical illusions created by the surrounding mountains, this course will delight and tempt you. Stanley Thompson, Canada's master golf course architect, used his expert talent when he designed the original 18 holes in 1928. The course winds along the Bow River under the snow-capped peaks of Sulphur Mountain and Mount Rundle. In 1989, 9 holes were added, resulting in 27 holes of championship layout.
Yes, I was up thank you very much. Should've called.
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