Desert golf country

The Sonora desert is home to orchards, vineyards and beautiful golf courses

by Lorna Schiefner

Oliver was established by BC Premier John Oliver, who planned it as a settlement for veterans of World War One. An irrigation system was built and the desert was soon a prosperous fruit growing area. In addition, the Thompson Okanagan region boasts more than 40 golf courses.

Fairview Mountain Golf Club is located just 35 minutes south of Penticton, B.C. on highway 97, in the heart of Oliver, B.C. Oliver is known as the wine capital of Canada, having the largest concentration of both vineyards and commercial wineries in British Columbia.

Built in 1925 and redesigned in 1990 by Les Furber, this 18 hole championship golf course has established a reputation for distinctly spectacular golf. Score Magazine has rated Fairview Mountain #18 on its list of top 100 golf courses in Canada and is widely acclaimed as one of the best in the province. With distinctly different holes and constant elevation changes, this layout is a challenge for any level of golfer. Fairview Mountain is an excellent choice for your desert wine country vacation.

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