St. Andrews Valley Golf Club in Aurora, Ontario, is one of the premier places to play in the GTA. Conveniently located near to the 400 and 404 expressways about 30 miles north of Toronto, this picturesque and meticulously manicured course has been a favorite of skilled players and long hitters, especially, ever since it opened in 1992. Golf Advisor has had the club on its list of the Top Courses in Canada. St. Andrews Valley Golf Club spreads out over 200 acres with a parkland-style front nine and a stadium-like back nine. The layout, which consists of five par 5s, eight par 4s and five par 5s, always earns praise for its variety and fun. The primary challenges confronting golfers at St. Andrews Valley Golf Club are length and the greens. While the tips extend to a mammoth 7,315 yards, five additional tee decks (plus two combo options on the scorecard) give everyone a manageable distance to play from. The most forward tee deck plays at just over 4,600 yards. Much of the distance challenge at St. Andrews Valley Golf Club comes on forced-carry tee shots. For maximum enjoyment of your round, heed the sign that provides recommendations for which tee box to use depending on how far you carry your drives. Big hitters love St. Andrews Valley Golf Club because the fairways are quite generous, but accuracy is important as well. Water enters the fray on fourteen holes. The par 5s are especially intriguing because of the presence of a river and the strategic options presented by split fairways. One of the most dramatic features of the course and an endless source of challenge is its greens. St. Andrews Valley Golf Club s putting surfaces are double the size of "average" greens. Built to USGA specs and full of heaving undulations, the greens welcome multiple pin positions that can make putting an adventure. St. Andrews Valley Golf Club is often very busy but marshals help keep groups moving. The course is walkable, though be advised that the hills on the back nine and some gaps between holes lead some walkers to wish they had taken a cart. Fall foliage makes St. Andrews Valley Golf Club especially beautiful. The season has no formal end date in autumn, so play often runs into November before weather closes play down until the spring. Practice facilities include a driving range, chipping area, and putting green. The clubhouse features a pro shop and snack-style food with indoor and outdoor seating areas. If you are in the Greater Toronto Area and looking for a tee time, St. Andrews Valley Golf Club is a fun option that will put your game to the test.