
Lake Morey Course
Lake Morey Inn Resort


About this course
Lake Morey sits along the western shore of its namesake lake in Vermont's Upper Valley, a region of rolling farmland and wooded hills between the Green Mountains and the Connecticut River. George Salling designed the course in the early 1960s as part of the Lake Morey Inn Resort, creating a layout that works with the natural terrain of glacial moraines and lake frontage. The course serves as a centerpiece of the resort property, which has operated as a year-round destination since the early twentieth century. The routing makes use of elevation changes and lake views across its front nine, which plays closer to the water, while the back nine moves inland through more wooded and rolling terrain. Several holes offer glimpses of Lake Morey itself, and the property's mature trees frame many fairways. The design reflects the straightforward, accessible approach common to resort courses of its era, with generous landing areas and greens that accommodate a range of skill levels. Lake Morey functions primarily as a resort amenity, welcoming both guests of the inn and daily-fee players from the surrounding region. The course benefits from its setting in a relatively quiet corner of Vermont, away from major population centers but accessible to visitors exploring the Upper Valley or traveling between New England destinations. It represents a typical example of mid-century resort golf in northern New England, where the emphasis falls on playability and scenic setting rather than championship challenge.
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 VT
Quick facts
- Location
- Fairlee, VT, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1929
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- George Salling
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,024 yards
- Difficulty
- 69.4/120
- Course Vaults score
- 7.1
Getting there
Lake Morey Inn Resort sits in the Upper Valley of Vermont, most easily reached via Lebanon Municipal Airport (LEB), a mere twenty minutes south by car, or alternatively through Manchester Airport (MHT) in New Hampshire, roughly ninety minutes away through the rolling foothills of the Green Mountains. The drive from either gateway winds through quintessential New England countryside - past covered bridges, maple-lined byways, and the Connecticut River valley - before arriving at the serene shores of Lake Morey itself, where the inn's classic white buildings and manicured grounds emerge as a tranquil anchor in the landscape. For those seeking the discretion of private aviation, Lebanon Municipal welcomes charter traffic with minimal formality, positioning the resort as an intimate retreat rather than a destination requiring grand logistical orchestration.

FAQ
Common questions about Lake Morey
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Lake Morey has a Course Vaults score of 7.1 out of 10 based on 13 logged golfers.
Lake Morey was designed by George Salling.
Yes. Lake Morey is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Lake Morey is 70.
Lake Morey plays 6,024 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Lake Morey is 120.



