
Alpine Course
Alpine Country Club
About this course
Alpine Country Club sits in Cranston, Rhode Island, occupying rolling terrain characteristic of the state's interior landscape. The course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish, the prolific Massachusetts-based architect who shaped more than two hundred courses across New England and beyond during a career spanning several decades in the mid-to-late twentieth century. Cornish, often working with partners including William Robinson and Brian Silva at various points, became known for practical, playable designs that respected natural topography and suited the climate and membership needs of regional clubs. The layout at Alpine reflects Cornish's typical approach: routing that works with the land's elevation changes rather than against them, straightforward strategic choices, and green complexes that reward accurate approach play without excessive theatrics. The property's wooded character and modest elevation shifts provide variety in hole presentation and create natural separation between fairways. Cornish designs from this era generally emphasize member enjoyment and maintainability over championship length or severe hazards. Alpine Country Club functions as a traditional private club serving the Cranston community. The course offers a familiar New England golfing experience—tree-lined corridors, seasonal playing conditions that shift from firm summer ground to softer spring and fall surfaces, and a layout that accommodates a range of skill levels. It represents the kind of solid, unpretentious club course that Cornish built throughout the region during his long and productive career.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in RI
Quick facts
- Location
- Cranston, RI, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1962
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Geoffrey Cornish
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,864 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.1/129
- Course Vaults score
- 6.1
Getting there
The journey to Alpine Country Club begins at T.F. Green Airport in Providence (PVD), a mere fifteen minutes south of the club's Cranston address, making it one of the most accessible luxury destinations in the Northeast. From the airport, the drive traces through the gentle suburban landscape of Rhode Island's western corridor, a brief transition from tarmac to tree-lined residential streets that characterizes the club's understated elegance. For those arriving by private aviation, nearby airports including North Kingstown State Airport offer convenient alternatives for a more discreet approach. The final miles unfold through the quiet neighborhoods surrounding the club, arriving at Alpine Country Club with the understated grace befitting one of New England's most storied private institutions.

FAQ
Common questions about Alpine
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Alpine has a Course Vaults score of 6.1 out of 10 based on 25 logged golfers.
Alpine was designed by Geoffrey Cornish.
Alpine is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Alpine is 72.
Alpine plays 6,864 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Alpine is 129.




