October Course Drop: Fairmont Banff Springs & Black Desert

Your SKYTRAK Course Library just got better. This October's Course Drop adds two incredible destinations to the Core and Elite Course Play libraries — Fairmont Banff Springs and Black Desert. Each offers a distinct style of golf, from mountain precision in the Canadian Rockies to bold desert play in southern Utah.

And that's not all! This update also includes the Tunnel Mountain 9, a classic 9-hole layout on the Fairmont Banff Springs property that's perfect for a quick round of sharpening your short game.

Fairmont Banff Springs – Stanley Thompson

Available for Core and Elite Members

Set among the stunning peaks of Banff National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs is one of the world's most celebrated mountain courses. Designed by Stanley Thompson, it's a masterclass in routing and natural design. Each hole flows naturally through the landscape, framed by the Bow River and dramatic mountain backdrops.

Thompson's design rewards strategy and precision. Fairways rise and fall through the Rockies, and greens are thoughtfully placed to challenge both decision-making and execution. It's a course that makes you think as much as it makes you look around and take in the view.

Tunnel Mountain 9

Also included in this drop is the Tunnel Mountain 9, a shorter layout on the Banff Springs property. With tight fairways, elevated greens, and the same stunning mountain scenery, it's perfect for quick sessions or sharpening your short game while still capturing the essence of Thompson's design style.

Black Desert (Elite Members)

This week, the PGA TOUR tees up at Black Desert—and now you can too on SKYTRAK. Set in the stunning red rock landscape of southern Utah, this course mixes wide fairways with bold elevation changes and dramatic visuals. It's designed to let you play aggressively off the tee while demanding precision into the green.

The genius design by Tom Weiskopf, with wide fairways and demanding approaches, is evident on every hole. It's the kind of layout that gives you confidence on the tee, then tests your precision into the green. On SKYTRAK, the deep black basalt and emerald turf create a stunning contrast that's as challenging as it is beautiful. Each hole invites bold swings and precise thinking.

Tips for Scoring

Banff Springs

• Prioritize angles over distance — position is everything.
• Be precise with approaches; even safe shots can leave tricky putts.
• Read green slopes carefully — Thompson's contours reward patience.

Black Desert

• Use the width; find your ideal approach distance first.
• Commit to aggressive lines when conditions allow.
• Trust the visuals — the contrast makes aiming intuitive.

Experience Two World-Class Courses on SKYTRAK

Banff Springs brings mountain precision. Black Desert delivers modern desert power. Two unforgettable courses ready to test your game and elevate your setup.

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