
Brunswick Course
Brunswick Golf Club


About this course
Brunswick Golf Club occupies rolling terrain in southern Maine, where the course has evolved through the contributions of several notable designers over nearly a century. Wayne Stiles, a prominent New England architect of the early twentieth century, laid out the original routing. Geoffrey Cornish, whose prolific career shaped dozens of courses across the region, later made significant revisions to the design. Additional work by John Van Kleek and Bill Robinson has refined the layout over subsequent decades, reflecting the course's ongoing adaptation to modern play and maintenance practices. The property features the varied topography characteristic of coastal Maine, with elevation changes, mature tree corridors, and natural contours that influence strategy throughout the round. The design incorporates classic New England elements—small, subtly contoured greens that reward precision, strategic bunkering, and holes that demand thoughtful club selection rather than overwhelming length. Several holes play across or along natural drainage patterns, adding texture to approach shots and recovery situations. Brunswick serves as a traditional member club in a region rich with golf history, maintaining a year-round presence despite Maine's seasonal climate. The course reflects the sensibilities of its multiple architects, blending Stiles's Golden Age routing principles with Cornish's practical, player-friendly modifications. The layout provides a straightforward test of ball-striking and course management, appealing to members who value consistency and strategic variety over dramatic features or extreme difficulty.
Quick facts
- Location
- Brunswick, ME, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1898
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Geoffrey Cornish, Wayne Stiles, John Van Kleek, Bill Robinson
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,601 yards
- Difficulty
- 72/125
- Course Vaults score
- 6.9
Getting there
Most arrivals to Brunswick Golf Club begin at Portland International Jetport, roughly 35 miles to the south, where the transition from Maine's largest city into the quieter reaches of the Midcoast unfolds along Interstate 295. The drive north traces the edge of Casco Bay before turning inland through rolling farmland and stands of white pine, the landscape softening as you approach the historic college town of Brunswick. Private flyers may opt for Brunswick Executive Airport, a discreet field just minutes from the club, offering a seamless arrival for those seeking a quieter approach. The final turn onto River Road reveals the understated entrance to a course that has quietly anchored this corner of Maine for nearly a century.

FAQ
Common questions about Brunswick
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Brunswick has a Course Vaults score of 6.9 out of 10 based on 10 logged golfers.
Brunswick was designed by Geoffrey Cornish, Wayne Stiles, John Van Kleek, and Bill Robinson.
Yes. Brunswick is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Brunswick is 72.
Brunswick plays 6,601 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Brunswick is 125.



