Gassan Khuntan Golf & Resort is one of the most scenic golf experiences in northern Thailand, surrounded by the mountains and forests of Doi Khuntan National Park in Lamphun. For us, this is a course that really stands out for its setting. Water, mountain views and distinctive features appear throughout the round, creating a completely different atmosphere from the flatter courses found around Bangkok and Thailand’s coastal resorts.

The golf is made up of 27 holes across three separate nine-hole courses: The White Bridge Course, The River Course and The Mountain Course. The White Bridge and River loops are both par 36, while the Mountain Course plays to a par of 35. Having three different nines is a big advantage on a longer golf holiday, as they can be combined to create different 18-hole rounds and give repeat visits much more variety.

The White Bridge Course is probably the most recognisable of the three, with the striking white railway bridge forming part of the scenery. Water is regularly in play and several holes ask you to decide how aggressive you want to be from the tee. The River Course continues that theme, using the surrounding waterways to create demanding approaches and plenty of risk-and-reward decisions.

The Mountain Course changes the feel again. The surrounding hills become even more noticeable, with elevation, bunkering and the natural landscape shaping the holes. Across all three loops, we would put accuracy and course management ahead of outright power. There are plenty of opportunities to score well, but taking on the wrong line can quickly bring water or sand into play.

One of our favourite things about Gassan Khuntan is simply how peaceful it feels. Doi Khuntan National Park provides a spectacular backdrop, and the mixture of lakes, greenery and mountains means there are plenty of moments when it is worth taking an extra few seconds to enjoy the view before hitting your next shot.

The wider resort makes it easy to turn a round into a complete stay-and-play experience. Facilities include a clubhouse, Pro Shop and restaurant, while golfers staying at Gassan Khuntan Hotel also have access to an outdoor swimming pool, gym and Thai massage facilities. There are opportunities for trekking, mountain biking and other outdoor activities nearby too, which is useful if you want a day away from the course.

We think Gassan Khuntan Golf & Resort is particularly well suited to golfers who want to experience a quieter side of northern Thailand while still having plenty of golf on the doorstep. Speak to our Golf Travel Experts at Hashtag Golf Travel and we can include Gassan Khuntan within a tailor-made Chiang Mai and northern Thailand golf holiday, combining your preferred rounds, accommodation and other leading courses in the region.