| Poconos Golfing Information
Buck Hill Falls
Golf Course
Golf
Digest’s Places to Play called Buck Hill Falls Golf Course the best
course in the Poconos and a spectacular course to play in the fall. The
classic course, partly designed by illustrious architect Donald Ross,
opened in 1907. The 27-hole course, featuring rolling fairways and scenic
views, measures 6,393 yards from the blue tees. Buck Hills Falls is staffed
by PGA and LPGA professionals, and offers amenities such as a driving
range, putting green, clubhouse, pro shop, and the Fairway Grille Restaurant.
Buck Hill Falls Golf Course is located at Golf Drive in Buck Hill Falls.
Call the course at (570) 595-7730 for information about its hours and
fees.
Cherry Valley Golf
Course
The Cherry Valley Golf Course is in the midst of vast improvements. An
upgraded irrigation system plus new cart paths, bunkers, and trees are
a few of the completed enhancements. The 18-hole course is situated below
the Appalachian Trail, offering players outstanding views of the Blue
Mountain. Wildlife such as deer and wild turkeys are frequently seen while
playing. Amenities include a pro shop, practice green, and restaurant.
Cherry Valley Golf Course is located on Crosdale Road in Stroudsburg.
Call the golf course at (570) 421-1350 for information about its hours,
fees, and advance tee times.
Glen Brook Golf
Club
The
Glen Brook Golf Club’s 18-hole championship course, established
in 1924, was designed by Robert White (the first president of the PGA
of America, and a charter member of the American Society of Golf Course
Architects). Players of all skill levels find challenges in this gently
rolling par-72 course set amid a gorgeous mountain backdrop. Its seventh
hole is known as the Airplane Hole because players must hit from an elevated
tee to an elevated green; the only way to reach the green is by launching
a ball into flight. The John Stroud House, a restored 1790s residence
that serves as Glen Brook’s clubhouse, offers cocktails by a roaring
fireplace and lunch daily. The Glen Brook Golf Club is located on Glenbrook
Road in Stroudsburg. Call the course at (570) 421-3680 for information
about its hours and fees.
Hideaway Hills Golf
Club
Hideaway
Hills Golf Club’s four lakes, spectacular elevation changes, four
to five tee areas, and over 60 sand traps provide challenges to all golfers.
Its signature par-4 15th hole, called the Island Green, is almost completely
surrounded by water; a small walkway allows players to reach the green.
The golf course offers amazing panoramic views to players, due to its
location atop 300 acres of rolling hills. Amenities include a driving
range, putting green, chipping green, fully stocked pro shop, and dining
facilities. Hideaway Hills Golf Club is located on Carney Road in Kresgeville.
Call the golf club at (610) 681-6000 for information about its hours and
fees.
Mount Airy Golf
Club
The Mount Airy Golf Club course, designed by architect Hal Purdy, is intended
to combine the best holes of other prestigious courses. Each of its holes
is patterned to resemble renowned holes nationwide. The 18-hole mountainside
course is both beautiful and challenging, with 96 sand bunkers and water
in play on 10 holes. Its four tee boxes cater to golfer’s of all
abilities. Amenities include a driving range, putting green, snack area,
pro shop, and golf clinics. Mount Airy Golf Club is located at 42 Woodland
Road in Mount Pocono. Call the golf club at (800) 441-4410 for information
about its hours and fees.
Water Gap Country
Club
The
Water Gap Country Club has an illustrious history. It hosted many major
tournaments and was the birthplace of the Eastern Open when it was known
as the Wolf Hollow Country Club (during the Golden Era of Sports). Today,
the Water Gap Country Club continues to challenge players the way it tested
golf legends such as Walter Hagen, Johnny Farrell, and Gene Sarazen. Many
players try and fail to break Walter Hagen’s course record of 64
while playing the course’s 18 holes. The Water Gap Country Club
is located on Mountain Road in Delaware Water Gap. Call the club at (570)
476-0200 for information about its hours and fees.
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