Fraserview Golf Course is one of Vancouver’s most well-known public golf courses. Managed by the City of Vancouver, this course sits in the southeast part of the city and offers stunning tree-lined fairways, scenic views, and easy accessibility - both by car and transit. But does it live up to the expectations in 2025?
This review dives deep into Fraserview’s strengths, weaknesses, and the real experience - based on current player feedback from Reddit, Tripadvisor, and local golf communities.
First Impressions: The Setting and Layout
Fraserview is a traditional-style parkland course with tall evergreens, moderate elevation changes, and a relatively forgiving layout. Designed in 1937 and later modernized, it retains a charming “old Vancouver” feel while offering a walkable 18-hole track that appeals to beginners and mid-level players.
- Par: 72
- Yardage: ~6,600 from the back tees
- Slope rating: Moderate difficulty
- Practice facilities: Driving range (with mats), putting green, chipping area
Strengths:
- Accessible for walkers
- Scenic without being overly difficult
- Quick to reach from most parts of Vancouver
“You’d be surprised how peaceful it feels here considering how close it is to the city. The tree lines make it feel like a retreat.” – Local golfer, Facebook comment
Maintenance in 2025
Here’s where Fraserview shows cracks. Reviews from early to mid-2025 reveal inconsistent course conditions, depending largely on weather and maintenance cycles.
Key complaints:
- Greens: Often riddled with pitch marks and not rolled frequently
- Bunkers: Many are unraked or filled with water or weeds
- Fairways: In wetter months, parts of the course feel soggy and poorly drained
- Tee boxes: Uneven and not rotated regularly
“Played on a Saturday in June and the greens were borderline unplayable. No roll, no speed, just craters everywhere. Looked like a driving range green, not a city championship course.” – Tripadvisor Review, 2025
“I used to love Fraserview, but they’ve clearly cut back on maintenance. Bunkers were rock hard, and tee boxes felt like playing off a rough patch in your backyard.” – Reddit r/VancouverGolf
Crowds and Pace of Play
Fraserview is one of the busiest municipal courses in British Columbia. While tee time prices are reasonable, the trade-off is often slow pace of play and overcrowded weekend bookings.
- 4–5 hour rounds are common
- Slow groups often go unchecked
- Walk-ons or last-minute bookings are rare
“Pace of play is brutal unless you tee off before 7 AM. After that, you’re looking at a 5-hour grind behind four groups of beginners.” – Google Maps Review, April 2025
The lack of tee time notifications or live updates also hurts Fraserview in comparison to newer, tech-integrated courses. Unlike premium courses using the Brio Golf App for real-time availability or scan tee time features, Fraserview relies on the City of Vancouver’s outdated booking portal.
Who Will Enjoy Fraserview?
Despite its flaws, Fraserview still appeals to:
- Beginners and high-handicappers looking for a forgiving course
- Walking golfers who want an urban green escape
- Players looking for affordable weekday rounds
However, if you’re:
- A serious golfer looking for pristine greens,
- Wanting efficient, fast-paced rounds,
…then Fraserview may not be your best choice in 2025.
Fraserview Golf Course continues to hold historical value and nostalgic charm for many Vancouver golfers. But in 2025, it’s clear the course is suffering from underinvestment, especially in maintenance and customer experience. With better management, Fraserview could easily reclaim its former glory. Until then, players may find better value and enjoyment at places like Morgan Creek, Kings Links, or Northview.
If you do decide to play Fraserview:
- Book early
- Bring your own sand rake and patience
- And check weather forecasts, conditions vary greatly
Want to play a better-maintained course? Use the Brio Golf App to get tee time alerts and avoid disappointments.
