Cape Ann at Cape Ann Golf Course

Cape Ann Golf Course occupies a scenic stretch of coastal New England terrain in Essex, Massachusetts, a small town on the North Shore roughly thirty miles northeast of Boston. Designed by Skip Wogan and opened in the late twentieth century, the course takes advantage of the region's characteristic rolling topography and salt marsh views. The layout reflects Wogan's approach to working with natural landforms rather than imposing dramatic earthmoving, resulting in a routing that follows the contours of the property and incorporates the area's native grasses and vegetation.

The course plays through a mix of open and wooded sections, with several holes offering glimpses of the Essex River estuary and the tidal marshes that define this part of the Massachusetts coastline. The terrain provides natural elevation changes and strategic interest without requiring extreme length or forced carries. Wogan's design emphasizes playability for a range of skill levels while maintaining enough variety in hole character to reward thoughtful course management.

As a public facility, Cape Ann serves both local golfers and visitors exploring the North Shore's golf offerings. The setting captures the understated character of New England coastal golf, with weathered landscapes and maritime influences that distinguish courses in this region from inland layouts. The course operates within the practical constraints of a municipal or daily-fee property while offering access to a landscape that reflects the historic charm of Essex and the broader Cape Ann peninsula.