Carne Golf Links | Championship Links
Carne Golf Links | Championship Links
Carne Golf Links is a wild, untamed masterpiece on Ireland’s Atlantic edge. Located in remote Belmullet, County Mayo, it is the last design of legendary Irish architect Eddie Hackett. Vast dunes tower over fairways, the ocean provides a constant backdrop, and the elements deliver a raw and exhilarating test.
The course feels untouched, as if unearthed from the land rather than built. Its routing uses natural elevation to create breathtaking tee shots, blind approaches, and dramatic vistas of Blacksod Bay and the Atlantic islands. Carne is a pilgrimage for those who crave authentic, rugged golf far from the crowds.
At Cypress & Salt, we elevate Carne’s wild beauty into a seamless journey. From private transfers into Belmullet to luxury lodges and curated cultural encounters, we ensure your Carne experience blends raw golf adventure with refined hospitality.
Course Stats
Par: 72
Yardage: 7,327 yards
Course Rating: 75.1
Slope Rating: 139
Designer: Eddie Hackett (1992), with additional nines by Ally McIntosh & Jim Engh
Type: Pure Wild Links
Signature Holes: 7th (dramatic par 3 over dunes), 11th (par 4 with panoramic views), 18th (par 5 finishing in towering dunes)
Championships: Host of Irish PGA and top-ranked in global links rankings
Best Seasons to Play
May – September: Peak conditions, firm fairways, and long daylight.
June & July: Carne at its most vibrant with pristine conditioning.
April & October: Quieter tee sheets with authentic wind-swept links challenge.
