The 18-hole "Van Cortlandt Park" course at the Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course facility in Bronx, New York features 6,096 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70 . The course rating is 68.6 and it has a slope rating of 110. Designed by Tom Bendelow/(R) William Maxwell, the Van Cortlandt Park golf course opened in 1895. William Larkin manages the course as the .
The 9-hole "Mosholu" course at the Mosholu Golf Course facility in Bronx, New York features 3,253 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35 . The course rating is 70.6 and it has a slope rating of 124. Mosholu golf course opened in 1925.
Designed by golf course architect Tom Winton, Sprain Lake is characterized by small greens, rolling terrain and a number of highly challenging holes, with an abundance of water hazards and difficult shots. Because of its long and narrow layout, Sprain Lake offers a mostly linear, back-and-forth style of play. The course has had a major facelift recently, with all 18 tees renovated and expanded, and the 10th and 13th green upgraded.
This 18 hole layout features gently rolling hills set in the historical Ramapo Mountains. With seven holes featuring water hazards over 55 sand bunkers, perimeter out of bounds, streams and gently sloping greens, this 150 acre layout with four seperate sets of teeing areas, offers a challenge to golfers of all ability. The majority of the site was formerly known as Kane's Open, one of the first Boy Scout camps in the United States. Initial construction in 1969 featured the architectural design of Frank Duane, with re-design features provided by Steven Kay. Over the past two years, the course has undergone a complete irrigation replacement project with state of the art irrigation design, computerized operation and a system capable of providing water to every aspect of the course including primary and secondary rough areas. The course features a thirty pad driving range. There are new driving range pads, new state of the art driving range mats, five newly constructed target greens featuring bent grass cut to green height, and an expanded sand bunker. The entire driving range has a newly constructed irrigation system. In addition, the range is fully lit for extended practice well after the course is closed.
Saxon Woods' rolling, wooded landscape gives this sporting course tremendous character. It was designed by golf course architect Tom Winton and opened to the public in 1931. Today all 18 of Saxon Woods tees have been completely renovated, along with several greens. There is also a new restaurant and concession at the course.
St. Paul's Church helps to tell the story of the development of colonial society and the road to the American Revolution. It consists of an 18th century stone church that was used as a Revolutionary War hospital, a cemetery with burial stones dating to 1704 and the remnant of a Village Green that was the scene of the famous Election of 1733 which raised issues of Freedom of Religion and the Press.
Playland, often called Rye Playland and also known as Playland Amusement Park, is an amusement park located in Rye, New York. Run by Westchester County, it is the only government owned-and-operated amusement park in the United States.
Rockland Lake State Park, located just 25 miles north of New York City in the Hudson Valley, features two 18-hole golf courses--one a championship course, the other, an executive course. The championship course is a true test of golfing skills. The tight, tree-lined fairways and rolling terrain lead to elevated greens. There are only 37 bunkers on the course, but all are well-placed. The par 3s are long and difficult.All the holes on the executive course are par 3s and vary in length from 110 yards to 213 yards. Driving range mats are used for teeing surfaces. This course provides a good test of skill to brush up on your short game. The park also has two Olympic-size swimming pools, six tennis courts and picnic areas. Visitors can fish, boat or hike the available trails, which are also used by cross-country skiers in winter.
Welcome to Pound Ridge Golf Club, legendary golf course architect Pete Dye's first design project in New York. Pound Ridge Golf Club, an 18-hole daily fee public golf course that plays to a par 72 and measures 7,171 yards from the back tees, is a spellbinding layout that winds its way through hardwood forest and opens to rolling meadows. Fourteen thousand feet of rock walls surround trees, wetlands and water hazards.
Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course is New York City's only 36 hole facility. Both courses are located in Pelham Bay Park (NYC's largest park) in the Bronx, lying east of Co-Op City and just south of Westchester County. The Pelham Bay Course was built in 1901 and is a links-style layout. With it's expansive fairways and forgiving layout, Pelham Bay Golf Course is the perfect location for the beginner and experienced golfer alike. Pelham's sister course, Split Rock Golf Course, is a championship caliber John Van Kleek classic design. A shot-makers course, it is a challenge that forces you to use every club in your bag. Whether you are looking to develop your skills or challenge your game, Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course is the golf experience for you.
The 18-hole "Stony Point" course at the Patriot Hills Golf Club facility in Stony Point, New York features 6,502 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71 . The course rating is 70.7 and it has a slope rating of 131 on Bent grass. Designed by Richard Jacobson, ASGCA, the Stony Point golf course opened in 2003.
Just 30 minutes from Manhattan, New York Country Club offers all of the amenities you'd expect from a top notch club as well as the spell binding views of the Manhattan skyline to serve as an elegant backdrop for your most prized events. Whether you are coming for a day's outing or looking to have your event catered by us, you can expect exemplary customer service the minute you arrive, as well as the facilities to cater to your every need. New York Country Club, which was proudly founded in 1996 and has been warmly embraced by golf enthusiasts in the NY and NJ areas ever since, is nestled in the suburban and grassy knolls of Rockland County. Whether you're looking to share a round of golf with a business associate or a toast of fine champagne on our terrace overlooking NYC, New York Country Club offers you a cherished escape among our manicured grounds and impeccable landscaped gardens and waterfalls. New York Country Club was voted one of the "Best Places to Play" by Golf Digest in its 2008-2009 Edition.
Rolling hills and moderately steep slopes combine to make Mohansic the most challenging of the county's courses. There are many tight holes that are an excellent test of a golfer's ability, with uphill, downhill and side hill shots. All 18 tees have recently been fully renovated, and several greens have been upgraded.
Maple MoorMaple Moor named for the abundance of maple trees on the land. This property was originally part of the Griffen family farm. Howard J. Griffen settled the farm in 1879 and built on it a cider mill and four-story barn. Griffen's son later became mayor of White Plains. The course was designed by Tom Winton. When acquired by the Westchester County Parks Commission in 1925, there was already a 9-hole golf course on the property. By the end of 1927, all 18 holes were unveiled to the public.
Hudson Hills Golf Course - is a 7,000 yard, par 71 championship golf course that takes full advantage of its setting in the Hudson River Valley. Perched atop the first tee, golfers are treated to a beautiful vista, with nearly one third of the golf course in view. But don't be too distracted by the beauty of this hilly countryside, because strategically placed golf shots are paramount to mastering Hudson Hills. Hudson Hills golf course entertains golfers with beauty and challenge, and gives them the unique opportunity to use every club in the bag. These qualities, combined with superior golf course maintenance and customer service, add up to an exceptionally satisfying golf experience.
The 18-hole "Harbor Links" course at the Harbor Links Golf Course facility in Port Washington, New York features 6,927 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 . The course rating is 73.2 and it has a slope rating of 128 on Blue grass. Designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan, ASGCA/Dana Fry, ASGCA, the Harbor Links golf course opened in 1998. Donald Zauner manages the course as the General Manager.
The 18-hole "Glen Cove" course at the Glen Cove Golf Course facility in Glen Cove, New York features 4,866 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 66 . The course rating is 64.4 and it has a slope rating of 111. Designed by William F. Mitchell, ASGCA, the Glen Cove golf course opened in 1971.
Overlooking the Hudson River from the Morningside Heights section of Manhattan, General Grant National Memorial is the largest tomb in North America. Grant's Tomb (as it is commonly called) is not only the final resting place of the General but a memorial to his life and accomplishments.
The 18-hole "Dunwoodie" course at the Dunwoodie Golf Course facility in Yonkers, New York features 5,815 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70 . The course rating is 68.3 and it has a slope rating of 117. Dunwoodie golf course opened in 1903. Mike Belmont manages the course as the General Manager.
The 9-hole "Pines" course at the Blue Hill Golf Course facility in Pearl River, New York features 3,252 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36 . The course rating is 35.3 and it has a slope rating of 124 on Blue grass. Designed by (R)Stephen Kay, the Pines golf course opened in 1924. The 18-hole "Lakeside" course at the Blue Hill Golf Course facility in Pearl River, New York features 3,203 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36 . Lakeside golf course opened in 1924. The 18-hole "Woodland" course at the Blue Hill Golf Course facility in Pearl River, New York features 3,105 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36 . Woodland golf course opened in 1924.
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,175-mile long public footpath. Conceived in 1921 and completed in 1937, private citizens built the trail and thousands like you each year volunteer to maintain its footprint. From Maine's Mount Katahdin and Georgia's Springer Mountain, this footpath traverses scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild and culturally resonant lands through 14 of the eastern United States.
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