Highland Greens Golf Course

Highland Greens Golf Course occupies rolling terrain in Prospect, Connecticut, a small town in New Haven County situated in the state's west-central region. Designed by Al Zikorus and opened in the mid-1960s, the course represents the work of a regional architect active during a period of significant golf course development in southern New England. Zikorus, who designed several courses across Connecticut and neighboring states, typically worked within natural topography to create layouts accessible to public and semi-private golfers. The course plays across varied elevation changes characteristic of Connecticut's upland areas, with fairways that move through wooded corridors and more open sections. The routing takes advantage of the property's natural contours, requiring golfers to manage both uphill and downhill approaches while navigating strategically placed bunkers and water features. The layout emphasizes accuracy over distance on several holes where narrow landing areas reward thoughtful club selection. Highland Greens serves the local golfing community in the Waterbury-Cheshire area, providing a traditional parkland experience within a region known for its mix of public-access facilities and private clubs. The course maintains the character of mid-century New England golf design, where playability and natural integration took precedence over dramatic architectural statements. It remains a neighborhood course where regular play and league competitions form the core of its identity.