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Longshore Course

Longshore Club Park Golf Club

Westport, CT, USA
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18 holesPar 695,895 yds73/125

About this course

Longshore Club Park Golf Club occupies a scenic waterfront property along Long Island Sound in Westport, Connecticut. The course was designed by John Harvey and operates as a municipal facility within Longshore Club Park, a public recreation area that includes marina facilities, tennis courts, and beach access. The layout takes advantage of its coastal setting, with several holes playing near or alongside the sound, offering views across the water and exposure to prevailing winds that can significantly affect play. The course presents a relatively compact routing typical of northeastern municipal designs from its era, with a mix of short and mid-length holes that emphasize accuracy over distance. The property's modest elevation changes and mature tree-lined fairways create natural corridors, while the proximity to salt water introduces strategic considerations on approach shots and around the greens. The layout serves a diverse population of golfers, from Westport residents to visitors drawn by the waterfront setting and accessible green fees. Longshore functions as an important public golf resource in Fairfield County, providing a walkable course in a region where private clubs dominate the landscape. The facility maintains a straightforward, no-frills character consistent with its municipal status, focusing on playability and pace rather than championship length or elaborate conditioning. Its location within a broader recreational park creates a community-oriented atmosphere, with the clubhouse and grounds serving multiple uses throughout the year.

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.

3025

Best in World

2792

Best in USA

61

Best in CT

Quick facts

Location
Westport, CT, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1920
Holes
18
Designer
John Harvey
Par
69
Length
5,895 yards
Difficulty
73/125
Course Vaults score
6.9

Getting there

The journey to Longshore Club Park Golf Club begins at either LaGuardia (LGA) or Newark (EWR), each roughly an hour's drive southwest through the suburban corridors of the New York metropolitan area, or at nearby Westchester County Airport (HPN) for a swifter arrival just thirty minutes north. From any of these gateways, the route traces a gentle descent into Fairfield County's Gold Coast, where tree-lined roads and glimpses of Long Island Sound gradually replace the urban sprawl. The final miles unfold along Westport's quiet residential streets before arriving at the club's entrance on the Saugatuck River peninsula, where salt marshes and coastal vistas frame one of Connecticut's most storied private courses - a serene waterside sanctuary that feels worlds away from the metropolitan bustle that surrounds it.

FAQ

Common questions about Longshore

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Longshore has a Course Vaults score of 6.9 out of 10 based on 39 logged golfers.

Longshore was designed by John Harvey.

Yes. Longshore is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Longshore is 69.

Longshore plays 5,895 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Longshore is 125.

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