
Fox Chapel Course
Fox Chapel Golf Course



About this course
Fox Chapel Golf Club, a bastion of Pittsburgh golf since its founding in 1925, exudes an understated, old-money charm befitting its location in one of the city's most affluent enclaves. Carved into rolling western Pennsylvania parkland, the course, while not exceptionally long, subtly favors those who can work the ball. Its undulating fairways and strategically placed bunkers demand creative shot-making and an appreciation for angles, though not necessarily brute strength. Designed by Seth Raynor, a master of the "template hole," Fox Chapel showcases his signature interpretations of classic designs. While the course has seen subtle refinements over the years to modernize play and adapt to changes in equipment, the routing and the spirit of Raynor's vision remain intact. While the course has been updated over time, it has never strayed from its original architectural blueprint. Fox Chapel, while not a regular stop on the professional circuit, holds a prominent position within the region's amateur golf scene. More notably, the club enjoys a reputation for its fiercely competitive, member-driven tournaments, a testament to the passionate golfing culture fostered within its membership. It is a club with a strong culture and history.
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 PA
Quick facts
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1925
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Seth Raynor, Brian Silva, Ferdinand Garbin
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,696 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.9/135
- Course Vaults score
- 9.1
Getting there
Most visitors arrive through Pittsburgh International Airport, a half-hour drive northwest of the city, before continuing east across the Allegheny River into the wooded hills of Fox Chapel. The route transitions from urban expressway to leafy borough roads, climbing steadily through one of Pittsburgh's most storied residential enclaves where grand estates sit tucked behind old-growth hardwoods. Fox Chapel Golf Course reveals itself quietly at the end of this ascent - a private sanctuary perched above the river valley, where the city's industrial legacy feels a world away despite lying just eight miles downstream.

FAQ
Common questions about Fox Chapel
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Fox Chapel has a Course Vaults score of 9.1 out of 10 based on 103 logged golfers.
Fox Chapel was designed by Seth Raynor, Brian Silva, and Ferdinand Garbin.
Fox Chapel is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Fox Chapel is 70.
Fox Chapel plays 6,696 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Fox Chapel is 135.







