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Saxon Woods Course

Saxon Woods Golf Course

Scarsdale, NY, USA
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18 holesPar 716,175 yds74.8/121

About this course

Nestled in the heart of Westchester County, Saxon Woods Golf Course offers a publicly accessible landscape that has challenged and delighted golfers since its inception. Carved from the rolling hills of Scarsdale, the classic parkland layout, originally conceived during the mid-century era, provides a traditional test defined by tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers. The course favors accuracy over sheer distance, rewarding those who can navigate the subtle doglegs and undulating greens. Architect Tom Winton shaped the original design, creating a playable yet engaging experience for golfers of all skill levels. While not the stage for professional championships, Saxon Woods has long served as a cherished community asset, hosting local tournaments and fostering a vibrant amateur golfing scene. The membership has had a history of some of the region's more tenancious mid-ams. Saxon Woods distinguishes itself not through architectural novelty or national acclaim, but through its accessibility and commitment to the community. The club is noted for a welcoming atmosphere for families and new golfers. The friendly vibe and value continues to make it a popular haven from the private clubs in the region. While course lore remains less prominent than at other, more storied clubs, the appeal of Saxon Woods lies in its unpretentious approachability, where a solid round and good company takes precedence over pedigree and pretension. You’ll find a membership where good times and laughter can always be found.

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.

3651

Best in World

3409

Best in USA

180

Best in NY

Quick facts

Location
Scarsdale, NY, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1931
Holes
18
Designer
Joe Witon
Par
71
Length
6,175 yards
Difficulty
74.8/121
Course Vaults score
6.3

Getting there

Saxon Woods Golf Course sits just beyond the northern edge of New York City's suburban sprawl, most easily accessed via Westchester County Airport for private arrivals or a short drive north from LaGuardia or White Plains. The approach from Manhattan takes roughly thirty minutes along the Hutchinson River Parkway, a tree-canopied route that gradually sheds the city's intensity for the leafy, residential calm of Scarsdale and Mamaroneck. As you exit onto Mamaroneck Avenue, the transition is complete - suddenly you're winding through quiet neighborhoods toward a municipal gem that has quietly served Westchester's golfers since 1931, its wooded fairways a world apart from the skyline you left behind.

FAQ

Common questions about Saxon Woods

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

Saxon Woods has a Course Vaults score of 6.3 out of 10 based on 32 logged golfers.

Saxon Woods was designed by Joe Witon.

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

Par at Saxon Woods is 71.

Saxon Woods plays 6,175 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Saxon Woods is 121.

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