Castleisland Golf Club
A full 18-hole parkland course built to championship standards on 200 acres at Dooneen, just outside Castleisland town in North Kerry. Modern sand-based greens and tees mean the course plays year-round in all conditions — reliable, accessible, and honest value.
The course
Castleisland Golf Club is a full 18-hole parkland course on an impressive 200-acre site at Dooneen, 2km from Castleisland town on the N21 Limerick road. The course is built to championship standards, with modern sand-based greens and tees that allow play throughout the year regardless of weather — an attribute that many Kerry courses, particularly the coastal links, cannot always offer. At par 71 over 6,041 yards, it offers a solid test of parkland golf without the premium pricing of the county's headline destinations.
Castleisland sits at the junction of North Kerry — close to Tralee and within 40 minutes of Listowel and Ballybunion — and the inland routes to Killarney and Limerick. This makes it a convenient option for golfers who are moving between Kerry's celebrated links coast and the rest of Ireland, or who want a more relaxed round after the demands of Ballybunion or Tralee. Visitors are welcome throughout the week; no handicap certificate is required.
Note: Castleisland Golf Club merged into Maine Valley Members Golf Club in 2020 — the membership plays out of the Killorglin course — but Castleisland Golf Club continues to operate at the Dooneen site and remains open to visitors. Contact the club directly to confirm current visitor arrangements and green fees.
Course details
- Course typeParkland
- Holes18
- Par71
- Length6,041 yards
- Acreage200 acres
- GreensModern sand-based (year-round play)
- AddressDooneen, Castleisland, Co. Kerry
- Phone+353 66 714 1709
- Handicap requiredNo
- Green feeContact club for current rates
- From Tralee~20 minutes (N21)
- From Killarney~30 minutes
Green fees
| Day | Green Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday | Contact club | Call +353 66 714 1709 to confirm |
| Weekend | Contact club | Call +353 66 714 1709 to confirm |
Current green fee rates were not published online at time of compilation (May 2026). Always confirm directly with the club before visiting — call +353 66 714 1709.
Frequently asked
Where is Castleisland Golf Club?
Castleisland Golf Club is at Dooneen, 2km outside Castleisland town on the left-hand side when taking the N21 road towards Limerick. The club is in North Kerry, approximately 20 minutes from Tralee, 30 minutes from Killarney, and 40 minutes from Listowel and Ballybunion.
How long is the Castleisland Golf Club course?
The course measures 6,041 yards to a par of 71. The 18 holes are laid out on an undulating parkland site of approximately 200 acres, with modern sand-based greens and tees that allow year-round play.
Is Castleisland Golf Club open year-round?
Yes — the modern sand-based greens and tees at Castleisland are specifically designed for year-round play, which makes it a reliable option in the wetter months when some courses may be weather-affected. Always call ahead to confirm conditions.
Do I need a handicap certificate at Castleisland?
No handicap certificate is required for visitors at Castleisland Golf Club. The course is accessible to golfers of all standards.
What is the relationship between Castleisland and Maine Valley?
Castleisland Golf Club and Killorglin Golf Club merged their memberships in 2020 to form Maine Valley Members Golf Club. The combined membership now plays out of the Killorglin course (Maine Valley), but Castleisland Golf Club continues to operate at the Dooneen site and remains open to visitors. Contact the club directly to confirm current visitor arrangements.
Nearby courses
Tralee Golf Club
Arnold Palmer's first European design — world-class cliff-top links on the Wild Atlantic Way. From €250.
Listowel Golf Club
Eddie Hackett's 27-hole parkland complex on the banks of the River Feale — accessible and affordable North Kerry golf.
Killarney — Killeen Course
Six-time Irish Open host beside the Lakes of Killarney — the finest parkland setting in Ireland.