County golf guide
Donegal
Donegal is one of Ireland's great golf counties, with wild links, remote settings, dramatic scenery, and courses that feel deeply connected to the Atlantic coast.
The county has an unusually strong mix of famous names and lesser-known gems. Ballyliffin, Rosapenna, Donegal, Portsalon, Narin and Portnoo, and other clubs give golfers a huge amount to explore.
For open competitions and golf trips, Donegal is especially appealing because it combines serious championship golf with relaxed clubs, big landscapes, and a sense of discovery that few counties can match.
Must play
Ballyliffin Golf Club
Ballyliffin is the headline Donegal venue, with powerful links terrain, superb conditioning, and two courses that make it one of the essential golf stops in the north west.
Recommended
Donegal Golf Club
Donegal Golf Club at Murvagh is a recommended stop for golfers who want space, scenery, and a proper links test in one of the most beautiful settings in Irish golf.