Teeing off on a mountainside, then planning your next shot while looking out over the shimmering St. Lawrence River: this is the kind of golf experience offered by Charlevoix’s three courses.

Opened in 1925 in La Malbaie, Golf Manoir Richelieu at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu is one of the most awarded golf courses in Canada, recognized for both its technical profile and its postcard-worthy setting. With exceptionally play-orthy greens and constant views of the river, its 9-, 18- and 27-hole courses call for precision and strategy, shaped by steep, rolling terrain. After a round, golfers can stop at Le Point Cardinal clubhouse, where the menu draws inspiration from the region.

The Murray Bay Golf Club in La Malbaie has been part of the landscape since 1876. Once reserved for members, it is the third-oldest golf club in North America and the oldest still operating on its original site. This storied course was once shared by golfers, cows and sheep until 1928. Today, it offers 9- and 18-hole rounds with both scenic appeal and technical interest.

At the heart of the Charlevoix meteorite crater, Golf Baie-Saint-Paul stands out for its striking terrain and distinctive playing experience. Its elevated 9- and 18-hole courses reveal sweeping views of the bay, the St. Lawrence River and Isle-aux-Coudres. Between shots, players cross two covered bridges, including one perched 10 metres above a stream. Here, golf rises to another level.