Criminally underrated, Eastward Ho! possesses a charm few courses have and might be my favorite course in New England. With breathtaking water views, an incredible terrain, and impeccable firm, fast conditions, fun is the priority here. An absolute must if you get the chance to play! … More Review: Eastward Ho! Country Club
Although a far cry from George Thomas’ masterpieces in Los Angeles, Marion Golf Club is a tremendously charming and quirky 9-holer that’s been virtually untouched since 1904. I highly recommend this hidden gem to all golf architecture buffs, and to those who want a warm-up round before playing Kittansett down the street. … More Review: Marion Golf Club
An exclusive summer retreat, The Misquamicut Club is one of the best courses most people have never heard of. With architects like Ross, Raynor, and Bendelow on its pedigree, this old-school course oozes a charm more akin to the Hamptons than Southern Rhode Island. Don’t ever pass up the chance to play here if you somehow get the opportunity! … More Review: The Misquamicut Club
The skyline views, amenities, and conditions dazzle at Granite Links, but it’s hard for me to think of a more overpriced or overrated course in all of New England. This is definitely a viable option for Boston visitors, but I’d personally rather play the historic George Wright at 1/3 the price. … More Review: Granite Links Golf Club
Just as many Hotchkiss grads go on to do bigger and better things at Yale, so too did Raynor and Banks. Architecture enthusiasts, however, should not overlook this mini-Yale with numerous template holes, a strong Raynor influence, and an important role in golf architecture history. I highly recommend Hotchkiss School Golf Course to anyone in the area. … More Review: Hotchkiss School Golf Course
It’s rare you get to play an unadulterated Ross, let alone a municipal one that costs less than $50. George Wright is a fantastic design and my choice for best public course in the immediate Boston area. Featuring a very difficult terrain and numerous blind shots, this is a course all Ross enthusiasts should see and could be one of the best courses in Massachusetts with some TLC. … More Review: George Wright Golf Course
Located just off the Connecticut coastline, Fox Hopyard is another upscale Roger Rulewich design featuring dramatic elevation changes, good conditioning, and strong variety. Although not an elite course, Fox Hopyard is certainly one of the best public options in Connecticut and worth a play. … More Review: Fox Hopyard Golf Club
Belgrade Lakes puts Maine on the golf map with a dazzling array of elevation changes, unique rock formations, and tremendous conditioning. While the course isn’t perfect by any means, it is a thoroughly enjoyable play and is undoubtedly one of the best public courses in New England. I highly recommend you sneak a round in here if you’re vacationing to Maine. … More Review: Belgrade Lakes Golf Club
Although well-conditioned, Chemawa is too short and monotonous to recommend to anyone but novices. … More Review: Chemawa Golf Course
The Wissahickon Course is the crown jewel of The Philadelphia Cricket Club and is one of the best courses not just in the Philadelphia area, but in the entire U.S. This Tillinghast gem is a classic U.S. Open-style course characterized by thick rough, speedy greens, and numerous long par fours full of character. This is a course I would enjoy playing every day and recommend very highly. … More Review: Philadelphia Cricket Club – Wissahickon Course
