Federal Golf Club's story is as remarkable as the landscape it calls home.
Founded in 1933, the Club's original fairways once stretched across ground that now lies beneath the shimmering surface of Lake Burley Griffin. When the lake was created as part of Walter Burley Griffin's vision for the capital, Federal didn't disappear; it reinvented itself.
In 1949, the Club reopened at its current location on the western slopes of Red Hill, just two kilometres from the parliamentary triangle. Over the following decades, what was once a relocated course became one of Australia's most respected inland golfing experiences. A course shaped as much by its extraordinary natural setting as by the hands of those who built it.
Today, Federal is proudly ranked among Golf Australia's Top 100 public-access courses and has featured in Golf Digest's Top 100. That recognition isn't just about fairways and greens. It's a testament to the community, the character, and the commitment to excellence that defines this club.
An 18-hole course that rewards every level of golfer.
The course features pristine Santa Ana couch fairways that run true season after season, paired with silky bentgrass greens among the best-conditioned in the region.
Well-placed bunkers demand strategy from every tee box, while the native bushland setting keeps even the most seasoned player honest.
Set against the backdrop of the Brindabella Ranges, Federal offers something increasingly rare in Australian golf: an inland course with genuine grandeur. Whether you're chasing a handicap milestone, enjoying a social round, or hosting a corporate golf day, the course delivers a round you'll want to replay.
Visiting golfers and touring social groups are always welcome. book your round today and see why Federal is considered a must-play on any Canberra golf itinerary.
Just 2km from Parliament House, yet surrounded by native bushland.
Championship-grade turf is maintained to the highest standards year-round.
Visitors, social groups, and touring golfers are all warmly welcome throughout the year.
Ranked among Australia's finest public courses and recognised in Golf Digest's Top 100.
Canberra's best-kept secret is about to become your favourite address for dining, events, and celebrations.
Our executive chef crafts seasonal menus that make the 19th hole exciting. From casual post-round meals to special occasion dinners, the clubhouse dining experience is exceptional.
Federal is Canberra's most captivating wedding venue. Award-winning, intimate, and set against a backdrop that no function centre can replicate. Your day deserves somewhere extraordinary.
Milestone birthdays, Christmas parties, club celebrations, our events team manages every detail so you can simply enjoy the occasion.
When the boardroom feels stale, Federal offers a genuinely different setting for your next corporate event, team day, or conference. Professional facilities, remarkable atmosphere.
Membership at Federal is more than access to a great course; it's joining a community of golfers who love this game and this place.
With a range of membership categories designed to suit every lifestyle and stage of life, there's a way for everyone to call Federal home. Members enjoy priority tee times, access to club competitions, exclusive dining benefits, and reciprocal access through our partner clubs Australia-wide.
For businesses looking to build relationships on the fairway, our Corporate Partnership packages offer an unmatched combination of golfing access and brand exposure in one of Canberra's most prestigious settings.
Not a member yet? Our Golf Academy and lessons program is the perfect place to start, whether you're picking up a club for the first time or looking to fine-tune your game with one of our PGA-qualified coaches.
Whether you're here to play, celebrate, dine, or join, we'd love to welcome you to the Club.
To make an inquiry please fill out the form below and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
Phone: (02) 6281 1888 (opt 5)
Postal: PO Box 3039 Manuka ACT 2603
Address: Gowrie Drive, Red Hill ACT 2603
