Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Killeen Course)
Designed
Eddie Hackett, Billy O'Sullivan
Founded
1971
Holes
18
Par
72
Length (Yd)
7252
Types
Parkland
Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Killeen Course)
The Killeen Course in Killarney, located in the heart of the picturesque Killarney National Park in County Kerry, Ireland, stands as the jewel in the crown of Killarney Golf & Fishing Club. As the flagship course of the club, Killeen has earned a distinguished reputation for its stunning natural beauty, challenging layout, and its status as a premier championship venue. The course has played host to the Irish Open on several occasions, a testament to its quality and the challenge it presents. It is characterized by its strategic design, which makes full use of the natural landscape, including the lakes and streams that dot the property. The course’s fairways are lined with mature trees, adding to its beauty and the precision required to navigate it successfully. Water is a central feature of the Killeen Course, coming into play on nearly every hole and adding both to the aesthetic appeal and the golfing challenge. The greens are well-guarded, often requiring thoughtful approach shots, and the putting surfaces themselves are known for their undulations and speed, demanding a keen eye and a steady hand. This course offers an immersion in the natural beauty of one of Ireland's most scenic areas. With the McGillycuddy Reeks, Ireland’s highest mountain range, and the lakes of Killarney providing a stunning backdrop, playing Killeen is as much a visual experience as it is a golfing challenge.