Cape Wickham Golf Links has once again secured its place among the world’s most celebrated golf destinations, earning the No. 13 position in Golf Digest’s World’s 100 Greatest Courses 2026–2027 ranking.
Recognised among the world’s finest, Cape Wickham Golf Links is ranked No. 13 in Golf Digest’s World’s 100 Greatest Courses 2026–2027.
The achievement marks a notable rise from its previous ranking of No. 14, further reinforcing Cape Wickham’s reputation as one of the finest links golf experiences on the planet.
The recognition carries even greater significance given the prestige and influence of Golf Digest, one of the world’s most respected authorities in golf journalism and course rankings. For decades, Golf Digest’s rankings have served as a trusted benchmark for golfers, industry professionals and golf destinations worldwide. Being ranked No. 13 in the World not only celebrates the exceptional quality of Cape Wickham Golf Links but also further strengthens its standing as one of the premier golf destinations on the global stage.
Where rugged shores, rolling dunes and endless ocean horizons come together to create one of golf’s most breathtaking settings.
Located on King Island between mainland Australia and Tasmania, Cape Wickham Golf Links is renowned for its dramatic coastal setting, where rugged shorelines, rolling dunes and sweeping ocean views combine to create a truly unforgettable golfing experience. Since opening in 2015, the course has captivated golfers from around the world with its unique blend of natural beauty and world-class design.
Designed by American architect Mike DeVries and Australian golf course designer Darius Oliver, Cape Wickham showcases the pure essence of links golf. The course embraces the island’s rugged terrain and natural contours, creating a layout that is both visually spectacular and strategically compelling.
A masterpiece of links golf, seamlessly woven into the rugged contours of King Island.
In its ranking commentary, Golf Digest highlighted the course’s breathtaking routing along Bass Strait, one of Australia’s most iconic stretches of coastline. The journey begins alongside rocky shorelines and crashing surf before weaving inland through windswept dunes, never straying far from the ever-present coastal winds. The routing returns dramatically to the ocean’s edge at the downhill 10th hole, the picturesque short par-4 11th and the drivable par-4 12th, before building towards a memorable crescendo at the closing hole along Victoria Cove Beach.
Every round at Cape Wickham is shaped by ocean winds, panoramic views and the enduring spirit of links golf.
More than a championship golf course, Cape Wickham offers an immersive destination experience where golfers can enjoy world-class golf amid one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in Australia. Every round is shaped by changing coastal conditions, panoramic ocean vistas and the timeless character that defines great links golf.
This latest recognition reflects the dedication, passion and unwavering commitment of the entire Cape Wickham team, whose pursuit of excellence continues to elevate the course’s standing among the world’s elite golf destinations.
As one of the most remarkable golf experiences in the world, Cape Wickham Golf Links continues to inspire golfers from across the globe and proudly represents Australian golf on the international stage.
