Hamlet Course
Commack, NY, USA
Hamlet Golf & Country Club, nestled in Commack, Long Island, embodies a classic suburban golfing experience with a vibrant social atmosphere. Built during a boom in residential golf communities, the course offers a respite from the surrounding bustle, prioritizing camaraderie and accessibility. The parkland-style course, designed to be forgiving from the tee, features tree-lined fairways and strategically placed water hazards that penalize errant approaches. While not overly long, it rewards smart course management and precise iron play, particularly on the challenging par-3s. Hamlet is known more for its active membership and strong local presence than any national acclaim. It serves as a hub for the Commack community, hosting regular tournaments, social events, and thriving junior programs. The clubhouse is known for its bustling bar scene, and the club’s lobster nights are a social highlight, drawing members for both the quality of the seafood and the lively atmosphere.
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
Unranked
Best in USA
Unranked
Best in NY
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7.6
16 players
A ton of par 3s I believe six on the scorecard and a few reachable par 5s. Not terribly difficult but not easy either. You will lose some balls in the trees and bushes but not a ton. Food is also solid.
FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Hamlet has a Course Vaults score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 8 explicit golfer ratings.
Hamlet was designed by Stephen Kay.
Hamlet is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Hamlet is 70.
Hamlet plays 6,462 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Hamlet is 132.
