Carne Golf Links
Rated at number 12 in Ireland, it is arguably the most spectacular links course in Ireland
A Masterpiece by Eddie Hackett
Designed by the late Eddie Hackett, one of Ireland’s greatest golf architects, Carne is regarded as his final and most challenging masterpiece. True to his philosophy of preserving the natural landscape, the course was constructed with minimal earth movement, allowing the fairways, greens, and tees to blend seamlessly into the dunes.
The Ultimate Links Challenge
Carne’s Hackett 18 and the Kilmore Nine combine to form the Wild Atlantic Dunes Course, a layout that many consider the most spectacular and rugged links experience in Ireland. The back nine of the Hackett 18 weaves effortlessly into the Kilmore Nine, creating a raw, untamed, and awe-inspiring golf challenge. Some even argue that Carne is home to the largest dunes course in the world, offering a level of scale, drama, and natural beauty unmatched anywhere else.
With its natural beauty, challenging terrain, and world-class reputation, Carne rivals some of the greatest links courses on the planet.
Perched on the rugged West Coast of Ireland in North Mayo, Carne Golf Links offers an authentic, untamed links experience set against the backdrop of the Wild Atlantic Ocean. Situated on the remote and breathtaking Mullet Peninsula, Carne is a course like no other—carved into some of the most dramatic and unspoiled sand dunes in the world, soaring up to 150 meters above sea level.
With panoramic views across Blacksod Bay and the legendary islands of Inis Glóire and Inis Géidhe, Carne delivers not only a test of skill but also an unforgettable connection to Ireland’s wild and ancient landscape.
A Must-Play Experience
For any golfer seeking a true Irish links adventure, Carne Golf Links is an essential stop. The North & West of Ireland boasts some of the world’s greatest links courses, and Carne stands proudly among them.
If you're planning a golf vacation in Ireland, why not venture west to experience Carne’s raw beauty and thrilling test of golf—a destination that promises both challenge and inspiration in equal measure.
