Relatively unknown compared to its more famous neighbor Van Cortlandt, Mosholu is a classic 9-hole municipal course that admirably serves The First Tee and offers an affordable, well-conditioned, great option for New Yorkers looking to play a quick nine. I especially recommend this course to children and beginners. … More Review: Mosholu Golf Course
Well-known as America’s oldest muni, Van Cortlandt Park is often short and simplistic, but offers strong variety and a lot of history at a great value. I recommend this course to all visitors to New York who consider themselves golf architecture enthusiasts. … More Review: Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course
A classic design held back by poor conditioning and limited amenities, South Brooklyn’s Dyker Beach won’t break the bank but is not one of the better New York City munis. … More Review: Dyker Beach Golf Course
While architecturally Patriot Hills could benefit from a stronger finish and better par threes, this mountainous course just north of New York City offers tremendous value and conditions as well as some terrific and memorable holes. I highly recommend this public course to all those in the Tri-state area. … More Review: Patriot Hills Golf Club
Wonderfully quirky, old-school, and surprisingly challenging, Shelter Island A.K.A. Goat Hill is a step back in time for the golfer. While this won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, the wackiness and variety alone make this a worthy stop for this who appreciate interesting golf architecture. … More Review: Shelter Island Country Club
While not exactly the most memorable course, Ravenwood is a very strong upscale public course with excellent conditioning and a nice layout. This is no doubt one of the best public courses in the region and one I would recommend. … More Review: Ravenwood Golf Club
Although many things have changed for the worse since it opened in 1934, Durand Eastman still contains plenty of attractive architecture and is one of the best restoration candidates in America (@GilHanse). With great variety, an insanely cheap price, and many memorable holes, I highly recommend this muni. … More Review: Durand Eastman Golf Course
Located on the middle of Long Island’s North Shore, St. George’s doesn’t get the national recognition many of its neighbors do, but should not be overlooked. An untouched Devereux Emmet gem, this quirky layout features several world-class holes and some of the most fascinating architecture in America. … More Review: St. George’s Golf & Country Club
Although Geneva Country Club could benefit from greens expansion and tree removal, this quirky 9-holer provides strong conditioning and a fun layout golfers of all levels will enjoy. … More Review: Geneva Country Club
Although not nearly as dramatic or architecturally pure as Bethpage Black or Red, the Blue Course is another solid public offering at the legendary Bethpage State Park. The challenge, conditioning, and tremendous value make it a strong choice for those of all golfing abilities to enjoy on a regular basis. … More Review: Bethpage State Park Golf Course – Blue Course
