Links · Donegal Bay

Narin & Portnoo. Wild Donegal Links.

A wonderfully raw and natural links course perched above the beach at Narin on the shores of Gweebarra Bay — one of Donegal's best-kept golfing secrets and outstanding value for the quality and setting on offer.

Par 70Par
6,197Yards
€30From Weekday
€45Peak Rate
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Course Guide

Narin & Portnoo Golf Club

Narin & Portnoo Golf Club occupies a spectacular site above Narin Beach in south-west Donegal, with the course tumbling through wild dune land above the sandy shore of Gweebarra Bay. One of Donegal's more remote golf destinations, it rewards those who make the journey with exceptional links terrain, outstanding value green fees and a genuine sense of arriving somewhere unspoiled by commercialisation.

At 6,197 yards and par 70, the course is not excessively long but it plays with real character — the ground is firm, the fairways narrow in places, and the rough is genuine links rough that punishes wayward shots. The greens are well-maintained and many have subtle borrows that only regular visitors know how to read. A number of holes run close to the cliff edge with views across Gweebarra Bay to the mountains of south Donegal on clear days.

The club is a traditional Irish golf club in the best sense — informal, welcoming and proud of its links heritage. Green fees are among the most competitive of any links course in Donegal, making it an essential stop on any Wild Atlantic Way golf tour. Combined with Donegal Golf Club at Murvagh and Bundoran further south, it forms the core of the Donegal Bay links experience.

Course Layout

Scorecard & Yardage

Championship tees — yards

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTotal
Par443453444354345434443570
Yards356370148362480168380352378299438215537449236815837634835030035997
Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you play Narin & Portnoo

Narin & Portnoo Golf Club is located near the village of Narin in south-west Donegal, approximately 55km west of Donegal Town and 80km south of Letterkenny. The course sits above Narin Beach, one of Donegal's finest Blue Flag beaches. It is a remote but very rewarding destination for visiting golfers.
Yes — Narin & Portnoo is one of the more approachable links courses in Donegal. At par 70 and with no handicap certificate requirement, it welcomes golfers of all abilities. The course is challenging but not punishing for higher handicappers, and the green fees are among the most affordable in the county.
Absolutely — at €30–€45 per round, Narin & Portnoo is exceptional value. It compares very favourably with the quality and setting on offer, and represents one of the best-value links experiences in Ireland. For golfers on a budget who still want authentic Donegal links golf, this is the course to seek out.
Narin & Portnoo Golf Club was established in 1930 on land above Narin Beach. The course evolved organically over the decades using the natural dune land, and retains a traditional character that reflects its early history. The club celebrated its centenary in 2030 and remains one of Donegal's most cherished golfing institutions.
The Portnoo and Narin villages offer limited but charming accommodation, including several self-catering cottages and B&Bs. Ardara (10km east) has more options including hotels and guesthouses. For a larger selection of accommodation and amenities, Donegal Town (55km) is the best base for combining a round at Narin & Portnoo with Murvagh.
Also in Donegal Bay

More great links golf along the Donegal coast

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Donegal Golf Club (Murvagh)

Murvagh, Donegal Town

€45–€65

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Bundoran Golf Club

Bundoran

€25–€40

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Portsalon Golf Club

Portsalon, Fanad

€30–€50

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