
George Wright Course
George Wright Golf Course
About this course
George Wright Golf Course, a municipal jewel nestled in the heart of Hyde Park, is a testament to Boston's commitment to accessible, quality golf. Born from the Golden Age of course design, Wright, opened in 1938, unspools across terrain characterized by rolling hills and strategic bunkering. The routing favors a thoughtful approach, rewarding precision over brute strength. A few blind shots keep things interesting, forcing you to test your course knowledge and strategy. Donald Ross protege, Stanley Thompson, masterfully sculpted the landscape, creating a layout that remains largely unchanged to this day. His design reflects a philosophy of challenging players without overwhelming them, a balance that has endeared the course to generations of Boston golfers. The course isn't one to be found on most "top 100" lists, but rather a beloved local hub. A hot dog and a cold drink after a round is the norm, a ritual as integral to the George Wright experience as the course itself. It's a place where the game is enjoyed for its own sake, a community gathering spot woven into the fabric of Hyde Park.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in MA
Quick facts
- Location
- Hyde Park, MA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1938
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Donald Ross
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,440 yards
- Difficulty
- 69.5/126
- Course Vaults score
- 7.8
Getting there
The journey to George Wright Golf Course begins at Boston Logan International Airport, a straightforward twenty-minute drive southwest into Hyde Park, one of Boston's quieter residential neighborhoods. The route follows the Southeast Expressway before peeling off into tree-lined streets where the city's density gradually softens into parkland and modest single-family homes. As you approach the course, the urban fabric gives way to the rolling, wooded terrain of the Stony Brook Reservation, and suddenly you're pulling into a municipal gem that feels remarkably removed from the metropolis just beyond its borders.

FAQ
Common questions about George Wright
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
George Wright has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 187 logged golfers.
George Wright was designed by Donald Ross.
Yes. George Wright is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at George Wright is 70.
George Wright plays 6,440 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at George Wright is 126.





