
Rolling Green Course
Rolling Green Golf Club



About this course
Rolling Green Country Club, nestled in the rolling hills of Springfield, Pennsylvania, whispers with the echoes of a bygone era, a time when shot-making ingenuity reigned supreme. Carved from classic, gently undulating parkland terrain, the course, while not the longest by modern standards, demands strategic positioning and a deft touch around the greens. It's a layout that favors the thoughtful player, rewarding precision and intelligent course management over sheer power. Designed in 1926 by William Flynn, Rolling Green presents a stern but fair test with subtly contoured greens and deceptively placed bunkers that have stood the test of time. While the course hasn't hosted the national championships of its more famous Philadelphia brethren, it holds a respected place in the region's golfing landscape, known for its challenging layout and close-knit, passionate membership. The club's enduring appeal stems not just from its classic design, but also from its strong sense of tradition and community. Generations of families have walked these fairways, sharing laughter and camaraderie that extends beyond the 18th green. Rolling Green is an unpretentious haven where the spirit of the game, not the glitz of modern celebrity, takes center stage. Adding to Rolling Green's distinct charm is its well-regarded halfway house, legendary for its hearty cheesesteaks β a regional favorite that embodies the club's commitment to simple pleasures and enduring traditions. It's this unpretentious, almost familial atmosphere that makes Rolling Green a local treasure.
Rankings
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
Best in USA
Best in PA
Quick facts
- Location
- Springfield, PA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1926
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- William S. Flynn, Howard C. Toomey, Ron Forse
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,941 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.7/143
- Course Vaults score
- 8.8
Getting there
Rolling Green Golf Club sits in the verdant suburbs west of Philadelphia, most readily accessed via Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), approximately 25 miles and 45 minutes southeast by car through the gently rolling Chester County landscape. The drive itself traces a quiet progression from urban periphery into the leafy residential enclaves that define the Main Line, with the final miles surrendering to tree-lined country roads that signal arrival in one of the region's most storied golfing communities. For those with access to private aviation, Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) offers a closer alternative, cutting both distance and ceremony from the journey. The club's position in Springfield - anchored by its championship layout and deep roots in American golf tradition - rewards the relatively modest pilgrimage with a sense of arrival earned through the very landscape that has shaped Pennsylvania golf for over a century.

FAQ
Common questions about Rolling Green
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Rolling Green has a Course Vaults score of 8.8 out of 10 based on 77 logged golfers.
Rolling Green was designed by William S. Flynn, Howard C. Toomey, and Ron Forse.
Rolling Green is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Rolling Green is 71.
Rolling Green plays 6,941 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Rolling Green is 143.



