Golf in New York: Complete Guide

New York State is home to an extraordinary concentration of championship golf. Bethpage Black, Shinnecock Hills, Winged Foot, Oakmont — the list of legendary courses within the Empire State and its immediate surroundings reads like a U.S. Open honor roll.

Overview

While the golf season is shorter than Sun Belt states, New York compensates with an unmatched density of world-class courses. Long Island, Westchester County, and the Hudson Valley contain some of the most storied names in golf, and Bethpage Black gives every golfer the chance to test a championship layout.

Top Golf Cities in New York

New York City Area

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Golf Regions

Long Island

Bethpage, Shinnecock Hills, National Golf Links, and the Hamptons golf corridor.

Westchester County

Winged Foot, Quaker Ridge, and a dense collection of elite private clubs.

Hudson Valley

Scenic courses amid rolling hills and historic estates north of the city.

Best Time to Play

May through October, with September and October offering spectacular fall foliage. June is typically the warmest and most pleasant month for golf.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best public golf course in New York?

Bethpage Black on Long Island is not only the best public course in New York — it's arguably the most famous public course in America, having hosted two U.S. Opens and a PGA Championship.

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