There are golf resorts in Canada worth visiting, and then there’s Predator Ridge. The gap between the two is significant. Situated above Vernon in British Columbia’s North Okanagan, Predator Ridge Resort is one of only a handful of destinations in the country where the accommodation, the golf, the food, and the setting all pull in the same direction. For groups planning a golf trip in Western Canada, it’s the most complete package on the map west of Cabot.
Quick Overview: Predator Ridge Resort in Vernon, BC features two of Canada’s top-ranked public courses — the Ridge Course (#10, SCOREGolf 2023) and the Predator Course (#23, SCOREGolf 2023) — plus on-site resort accommodations. Best Golf Trips offers packages ranging from 3 nights/2 rounds up to 5 nights/4 rounds, with options to add Tower Ranch and Gallagher’s Canyon for groups who want more variety. Browse Okanagan golf packages here.
Why Predator Ridge Stands Apart
Most stay-and-play resorts in Canada anchor themselves to one strong course. Predator Ridge has two, and they’re nothing alike.
The Ridge Course, designed by Doug Carrick, opened in 2010 and won Best New Golf Course in Canada from SCOREGolf that same year. Now ranked #10 among public courses in Canada, it’s built around dramatic elevation changes and views of Lake Okanagan that open up from nearly every corner of the property. The routing is challenging without being punishing, and the conditioning is consistently elite. Groups that play it once tend to book it again before they leave.
The Predator Course is the original layout, designed by Les Furber and ranked #23 in Canada. Where the Ridge is expansive and dramatic, the Predator is tighter and more strategic, with rolling terrain, long native grasses, and greens that require you to think before you swing. It has hosted two TELUS World Skins Games. The course earns that credential.
Two top-25 courses on one property, 25 minutes from Kelowna International Airport. That’s the core case for Predator Ridge, and it’s a strong one.
The Golf Beyond the Resort
The Okanagan region around Predator Ridge is one of the most course-dense stretches of golf in Canada, and the best packages take advantage of that. Seven courses in the region cracked SCOREGolf’s Top 59 Public Courses in Canada in 2023, which puts it in rare company as a destination.
For groups that want to get off the resort property, Best Golf Trips builds Predator Ridge packages that incorporate some of the best tracks in the surrounding area.
Tom McBroom’s design above Kelowna plays nothing like either Predator Ridge course. It’s a links-style layout carved into the hillside, wide open to the elements, with panoramic views of Okanagan Lake that run the length of the round. The contrast with the Predator Ridge courses makes it a natural addition to a longer trip. Groups that play all three tend to agree Tower Ranch holds its own.
Bill Robinson’s design winds through Ponderosa pines and dramatic canyon walls. It’s a more relaxed play than Tower Ranch and a change of pace from the Predator Ridge layouts. Gallagher’s Canyon suits groups looking for something scenic and enjoyable rather than a demanding test, and it rounds out a multi-round itinerary nicely as a final-day round before travel.
For groups extending their time in the region, the Okanagan has deeper cuts worth knowing about. Tobiano, is a Thomas McBroom design set along Kamloops Lake about an hour from Predator Ridge. Sagebrush is one of the most exclusive and highly regarded courses in the country. Both are exceptional and worth the conversation when planning a longer Okanagan swing.
The Predator Ridge Packages
Best Golf Trips builds Predator Ridge packages across several lengths, from 3 nights/2 rounds up to 5 nights/4 rounds, so your group can choose how much time you want to spend there. The structure is consistent: you’re based at Predator Ridge Resort, the tee times at the Ridge and Predator courses are secured, and the full itinerary is handled before you arrive.
Groups that want more variety in their course lineup can incorporate Tower Ranch or Gallagher’s Canyon as additional rounds. Some groups opt to replay the Ridge Course a second time instead, which is not a surprising choice given the layout. Whatever the configuration, every package includes all taxes and fees in the quoted price, with no hidden charges showing up at checkout.
The Resort and Getting There
The golf draws people to Predator Ridge. The resort keeps them happy between rounds.
Accommodation options on property include Superior Lodge Suites (1 or 2 bedroom), and Peregrine Cottages, two-bedroom units that suit groups of four sharing a space. The cottage option brings the per-person cost down without sacrificing the resort experience, which makes it a popular choice for buddy trip groups watching the budget without wanting to compromise on where they’re staying.
The property has its own dining, a full practice facility, and a setting that gives you no real reason to leave unless you want to. That self-contained quality matters for a golf trip. When everything is on-site, the trip stays focused on what you came to do.
Getting there is straightforward. Kelowna International Airport (YLW) serves direct flights from Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and other major Canadian cities. You land, drive 25 minutes north, and you’re at the resort. For groups flying in from eastern Canada, it’s a manageable travel day. The accessibility factor is part of what separates Predator Ridge from some of the country’s other elite golf destinations. Cabot is exceptional, but getting to Cape Breton requires planning around limited flight options and a longer on-the-ground commitment. Predator Ridge delivers comparable resort quality with a much simpler logistics picture.
FAQs: Predator Ridge Golf Packages
Where is Predator Ridge Resort located? Predator Ridge Resort is located in Vernon, BC, in the North Okanagan. It’s 25 minutes from Kelowna International Airport (YLW), which has direct flights from Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and other major Canadian cities.
How many courses are at Predator Ridge? Two. The Ridge Course (Doug Carrick, ranked #10 in Canada, SCOREGolf 2023) and the Predator Course (Les Furber, ranked #23 in Canada, SCOREGolf 2023). Both are on-property and included across all Best Golf Trips packages at the resort.
Can we play courses outside of Predator Ridge? Yes. Best Golf Trips packages can incorporate Tower Ranch and Gallagher’s Canyon as additional rounds. Groups planning a longer stay in the region can also discuss Tobiano and Sagebrush, two of the highest-ranked public courses in the country.
How long are the packages? Packages range from 3 nights/2 rounds up to 5 nights/4 rounds. The right length depends on your group’s schedule and how much golf you want to get in.
What accommodation options are available? On-property options include Superior Lodge Suites in one and two bedroom configurations, and Peregrine Cottages for groups of four. Cottage pricing offers a lower per-person cost while keeping the group together on the resort.
How does pricing work? All Best Golf Trips packages are all-in, meaning taxes and fees are included in the quoted rate. No surprises at checkout. Pricing varies by package length, room type, and travel dates. Schedule a 15-minute call for a quote specific to your group.
How do I book? By appointment only. Schedule a 15-minute call at bestgolftrips.ca, reference the package ID that matches what you’re looking for, and we’ll handle everything from there.
Plan Your Predator Ridge Golf Trip
Predator Ridge packages suit groups that want a high-end experience without building the logistics from scratch. The on-site setup keeps the trip simple. No moving between properties mid-trip, no driving long distances between courses, no one arguing about where to eat because there’s a good restaurant on property.
For buddy trips, the resort format works well because it keeps the group together and removes decisions from the equation. For corporate outings, Predator Ridge has the polish and course quality to reflect well on whoever organized it. For milestone trips, birthday or retirement groups that want to feel like they went somewhere genuinely special, the destination earns that feeling.
Predator Ridge also works as one leg of a broader Western Canada golf tour. The most popular version connects Canmore/Banff in Alberta with Predator Ridge in the Okanagan and Whistler further west. Each leg is distinct, the driving distance between stops is manageable, and the overall trip covers some of the best golf Canada has to offer in a single swing.
Best Golf Trips handles the tee times, the resort bookings, and the full trip itinerary. Every group member gets a detailed breakdown before departure. You show up, check in, and play. Ready to put together your Predator Ridge golf package? Schedule a 15-minute call and we’ll sort out the right length, course lineup, and dates for your group.
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