Golf has undergone a transformation in recent years. It no longer is the sport exclusively associated with the rich and famous. A significant increase in the numbers of public or pay-and-play courses has meant golf is available to almost anyone.
Every golfer likes different types of courses. But with more 380 public courses in Massachusetts, there are plenty to choose from. Most publicly run courses in Massachusetts are parkland courses. However, there are a few public seaside courses to sample.
Parkland courses
Cyprian Keyes Golf Club is located in Boylston, Mass. It has an 18-hole championship course and a 9-hole, par-3 course. Since this beautiful parkland course opened in 1997, it has won many national awards.
The difficulty of each hole can be changed by choosing one of five tees from which to play.
The course has something to offer for novice and experienced golfers. Prices are reasonable. Reservations may be booked in advance. Golf cart rental is available and optional.
Cyprian Keys Golf Club,
284 East Temple Street
Boylston, MA 01505
508-869-9900
cypriankeyes.com
Mount Hood Golf Course
Mount Hood Golf Course is situated in Melrose, just outside Boston. This classically designed 18-hole parkland course opened in 1936. The greens are small and challenging, but the fairways are relatively wide and accessible.
The course is enjoyable for golfers’ of all abilities. The vastly elevated tees on these holes make it possible to hit longer drives.
These holes also offer views from New Hampshire to Boston. Prices are inexpensive. Reservations are accepted. Optional golf carts are available for rental.
Mount Hood Golf Course
Slayton Road, Melrose, MA 02176
781-665-8139
cityofmelrose.org/departments/parks.htm
Bayberry Hills Golf Course is in West Yarmouth. The 18-hole course was built in 1986 and opened in 1988. However, nine additional holes were added in 1999, making a total of 27.
There are four sets of tees to choose from that vary in yardage to the hole. Water is a constant danger on many holes. The nine holes added in 1999 have been named ‘the links 9’ because of the number of water hazards.
Every golf cart has a satellite system incorporated into it. This system gives precise yardages to the centers of every green. Prices are reasonable.
Reservations can be booked one day in advance. Golf cart restrictions apply at certain times of the day.
Bayberry Hills Golf Course
West Yarmouth Road, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
508-394-5597
Seaside or Links courses
Widow’s Walk Golf Course is located in Scituate. It is a links course and was awarded four stars by “Golf Digest Magazine.” The course is situated near the North River and offers views of the Atlantic Ocean.
As with all links courses, the wind often plays a significant part in the quality of a round. However, the four teeing off points can vary the length of the course from 4,562 yards to 6,400 yards.
Consequently, the course is appropriate for different golfing abilities. Prices are inexpensive. Reservations can be booked up to four days in advance. Golf carts are optional.
Widow’s Walk Golf Course
250 The Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066
781-544-7777
widowswalkgolf.com
Highland Links Golf Course is one of Cape Cod’s most spectacular links courses. It is the oldest course in Massachusetts and dates to 1892. The course is located in North Truro.
There often is only shallow rough to trouble golfers if they miss the fairway on American links courses. However, the deep heathy rough makes Highland a genuine Scottish links style course, where it is important to always hit the ball straight off the tee.
The oceanic scenery, the thick rough and the strong Atlantic winds make Highland a true test of golfing ability. The four tee choices vary the course in length and make it suitable for golfers of all levels. Prices are inexpensive. Reservations are accepted. Golf carts are optional.
Highland Links Golf Course
Lighthouse Road, North Truro, MA 02652
508-487-9201
A course with a unique name
Every golf club has a Captain. But there actually is a Captains Golf course in Brewster. There are two 18-hole championship courses to choose from. The Starboard and Port courses have won many awards in various golf magazines.
The course was named ‘The Captains Golf Course’ because of the number of ship captains that lived in Brewster during the early 19th century. There are four tees that vary the courses yardages by approximately 1,500 yards.
The layout of each course makes each a challenge for any golfer. Prices are reasonable. Reservations are accepted. Golf carts are optional.
Captains Golf Course
1000 Freemans Way, Brewster, MA 02631
508-896-1716
captainsgolfcourse.com
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