The Brentwood and Holbrook Country Clubs continue to demonstrate that they are two of the more wallet-friendly courses on Long Island. Last month the clubs announced that their respective outing days — Mondays at Brentwood, Tuesdays at Holbrook — would be open for public play in August at a discounted rate. Now another August special […]
Last July, it appeared that the days were numbered for The Links at Shirley. Newsday's Mark Herrmann reported at the time on the course's "bleak future," brought upon by economics and dwindling demand. Mel Mindich, the Links founder who invested millions in the construction of an immaculate and challenging course, had come to grips with
A master list of all Long Island public golf courses can now be found on the right side of the page in the "About Golf On Long Island" menu. It is separated by county and provides direct links to course websites or, when available, Golf On Long Island flyovers. As a reference tool for those
For those who place high importance on course yardage, below are lists of the 20 longest public courses on Long Island from the back and middle tees. On courses where more than three tees are used, the second-longest distances are used for the middle. These lists are provided for informational purposes. Distances are accurate as
SEE ALSO:Newsday: Eisenhower Red still one of Long Island's gems (9/29/2011)Observations: The Forgotten Greens of Eisenhower Red (6/10/2010) Eisenhower Park is a breath of fresh air in the heart of Nassau County. For golfers, the Red Course — the signature layout at this 54-hole facility — is a destination within a destination. All that separates
From now through the end of July, golfers 16 and under can play the Crab Meadow Golf Course for free with a paid adult after 5 p.m. Call (631) 757-8800 for details and reservations. Crab Meadow is a scenic course near the Long Island Sound in Northport. Its 481-yard par-5 eighth, highlighted by a pond
[This flyover was updated on September 30, 2022.] SEE ALSO:The Rock Golf Club in Wading River turns private two months into its revival (9/30/2022)The Rock Golf Club, formerly Great Rock, will reopen for play July 1 (6/25/2022)Observations: "New" 11th green at Great Rock Golf Club (6/12/2013)Closer Look: Great Rock #11Observations: Great Rock Golf Club's new
The Brentwood and Holbrook Country Clubs are treating area golfers to a special discounted rate for the month of July. Play either Town of Islip course for $42, with cart included, through the end of the month. To take advantage of the offer, each player must bring a printed website coupon and reserve their tee
[This flyover was updated on September 1, 2024.] SEE ALSO:Harbor Links approaching 25 years since its grand opening in a Port Washington sand mine One of Long Island's more modern public courses can be found in an area where premier golf is typically found tucked behind the gates of private clubs. Port Washington's Harbor Links
Beginning Wednesday, junior golfers will have the opportunity to play free golf at the Spring Lake Golf Club in Middle Island. Players 14 and under can turn their swings loose for free on the Sandpiper course when accompanied by a paying adult this summer. The deal is valid on Wednesdays and Thursdays in July and