
Half Moon Course
Half Moon Golf - Rock Resort



About this course
Half Moon's storied fairways, carved into the Rose Hall landscape, whisper tales of celebrity sightings and generations of Jamaican sporting life โ a vibrant tapestry woven into the very fabric of this Caribbean escape. The routing unfolds across what was once a vast sugar cane plantation, now a mature parkland course blessed with gently rolling terrain and the ever-present influence of the sea. While seemingly benign, strategic bunkering and subtly contoured greens demand astute club selection, rewarding thoughtful play rather than brute force. A slight fade often proves advantageous, especially on the closing holes where the trade winds exert their influence. Originally sculpted by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1962, Half Moon has benefitted from thoughtful enhancements by Roger Rulewich, further refining the challenge and visual appeal. The course, while not historically a mainstay on any professional tour circuit, has long been a favorite for both amateur and celebrity tournaments, drawing a diverse crowd keen to test their games in a relaxed, yet refined, environment. Beyond the course, Half Moon enjoys a devoted membership drawn from across the island and beyond, many of whom have inherited their attachment to the club through generations. This tight-knit community adds a layer of genuine warmth to the experience, a welcome counterpoint to the sometimes-sterile atmosphere of more commercially focused resorts.
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 Jamaica
Best in Cornwall
Quick facts
- Location
- Montego Bay, Cornwall, JM
- Access
- Public
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,530 metres
- Difficulty
- 74.2/134
- Course Vaults score
- 7.4
Getting there
The gateway to Half Moon Golf - Rock Resort is Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, a major Caribbean hub served by direct flights from most North American cities and London. The resort lies a mere fifteen minutes east along Jamaica's northern coast, where the airport's bustle quickly dissolves into glimpses of turquoise water and the lush, tropical hillsides that frame the island's celebrated shoreline. For those arriving by private aircraft, Sangster accommodates executive jets with dedicated FBO services, ensuring a discreet transition from tarmac to the resort's gracious, palm-shaded entrance. The drive itself is brief but transformative - a passage from the everyday into the unhurried elegance of one of the Caribbean's most storied coastal estates.

FAQ
Common questions about Half Moon
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Half Moon has a Course Vaults score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 13 logged golfers.
Yes. Half Moon is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Half Moon is 72.
Half Moon plays 6,530 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Half Moon is 134.
Half Moon is a 18-hole course.



