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Murray Downs Golf & Country Club

📍 Murray Downs Drive, Swan Hill VIC 3585

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A public golf destination in Swan Hill welcoming social golfers, beginners, and travelling players with zero handicap or membership requirements.

⏱️ Access Tier
Open to Public (No Handicap)
Greens Surface
Bentgrass
🚗 Cart Availability
Walking Only (Pull Trolleys OK)
💰 Green Fees
From $32.00 AUD
💳 Booking Protocol
Online & Pro Shop
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About Murray Downs Golf & Country Club: Layout, Greens & Visitor Protocol

Ranked #1 on the Murray River, this Ted Parslow championship masterpiece features lush fairways, strategic water hazards, and pure bentgrass greens near Swan Hill.

🚶 Course Terrain & Topography: Undulating Mallee Parkland
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Course Setting, Layout & Architecture

Murray Downs Golf & Country Club offers a complete 18-hole championship layout situated in Swan Hill within South Australia's Murray River & Sunraysia. Playing to a par of 72 and measuring 6,197 metres with an official Golf Australia slope rating of 131, the layout demands disciplined club selection and strategic shot placement from the tee.

The course routing takes full advantage of its natural undulating mallee parkland, introducing natural elevation changes, tree-lined fairway corridors, and subtle contours that reward well-placed drives and calculated approach angles.

Greens, Fairways & Playing Experience

Putting greens at Murray Downs Golf & Country Club are surfaced with Bentgrass, manicured to provide true-rolling ball speeds and consistent roll across all 18 holes. Subtle green slopes and borrows require thoughtful green-reading and distance control on downhill putts.

Fairways are planted with Couch, producing lush, tightly knit lies and reliable turf cushions that encourage clean iron strikes throughout the season.

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Visitor Play, Tee Times & Payment Protocol

Murray Downs Golf & Country Club is an unrestricted public golf facility (Tier 1) welcoming non-members every day of the week. Social golfers, casual players, and beginners are all invited to play without needing a club membership or official handicap.

Tee times can be booked online through the official booking portal or by contacting the pro shop at +61 3 5033 1422. Walk-up players are accommodated whenever tee sheets allow, though booking ahead for weekend mornings and peak periods is strongly advised. Green fees are from $32.00 AUD (9 hole rate) up to $52.00 AUD.

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Practice Facilities, Equipment & 19th Hole

Murray Downs Golf & Country Club is configured as a walking golf course. Pull trolleys and buggies are welcome, and the natural terrain provides an enjoyable, accessible walking round.

Pre-round preparation is supported by a dedicated driving range, a manicured practice putting green, allowing golfers to warm up their swing and dial in green speeds prior to teeing off.

While clubhouse hours are primarily focused around competition days, the course is located within minutes of local Swan Hill cafes, bakeries, and country pubs for post-round meals and refreshments.

Verified Pricing

Green Fees & Hire Rates

Audited: 2026-09-05

All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and reflect independent verified club disclosures.

💰 Verified Green Fees & Rate Card

18 Hole Rate $52.00
9 Hole Rate $32.00
Cart Hire $44.00
Course Amenities

Clubhouse & Practice Facilities

Facility Amenities & Equipment

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Driving Range
Practice Putting Green
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Pro Shop & Equipment
Golfer Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions — Murray Downs Golf & Country Club

Can visitors and non-members play at Murray Downs Golf & Country Club?
Yes! Murray Downs Golf & Country Club is a Tier 1 (100% Open Public) golf facility. Anyone can play without a club membership or handicap. Tee times can be booked online or through the pro shop.
How much are green fees at Murray Downs Golf & Country Club?
Official verified rates for Murray Downs Golf & Country Club: 18 hole rate: $52.00 AUD, 9 hole rate: $32.00 AUD, cart hire: $44.00 AUD. Verified directly from club rate cards (audited: 2026-09-05).
Does Murray Downs Golf & Country Club have motorised golf carts for hire?
No, Murray Downs Golf & Country Club is currently a walking-only facility (pull trolleys / buggies are permitted).
What is the dress code at Murray Downs Golf & Country Club?
A relaxed neat casual dress code applies at Murray Downs Golf & Country Club. Enclosed footwear (runners or golf shoes) is required. Singlets and offensive clothing are not permitted.
Do I need an official Golf Australia handicap to play at Murray Downs Golf & Country Club?
No, you do not need an official Golf Australia handicap or club membership to play at Murray Downs Golf & Country Club. Social golfers, casual groups, and beginners are completely welcome to walk up or book a round.

Course Information

Access Tier
Tier 1: 100% Open Public
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