SEVEN OAKS GOLF CLUB
🇺🇸 Hamilton, NY, USA
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr.



Seven Oaks at Seven Oaks Golf Club, nestled in the rolling hills of Hamilton, New York, is a testament to classic collegiate golf, a course where legends are whispered more often than scores are shouted. Carved into the Central New York landscape in the early 2000s, the course reflects a modern interpretation of parkland design, demanding strategic play rather than brute force. Its sprawling fairways, however, often lull players into a false sense of security, as subtly contoured greens and strategically placed bunkers quickly punish the errant approach. While not long by modern standards, Seven Oaks favors a thoughtful approach, rewarding those who can navigate its subtle doglegs and trust their yardage books.
Designed by renowned architect Robert Trent Jones, Seven Oaks has become known as a very challenging course with water hazards, bunkers and a challenging layout. While it might not command the international spotlight, Seven Oaks holds a special place in the hearts of Colgate University alumni and local golf enthusiasts. The course has hosted numerous collegiate events, solidifying its reputation as a proving ground for up-and-coming talent.
Beyond the course, Seven Oaks cultivates a sense of community, where generations of Raiders have gathered to celebrate victories both on and off the links.
Reviews
Another upstate NY hidden gem. If you’re a fan of bridges on the course; this is the place for you. Stream connecting ponds that meanders its way onto like half the holes. Little food stand has great history and even better food. Excellent value and always great pace
One of the best public college courses and a top public in NY is certainly worth playing. As the home course for Colgate, Seven Oaks is a beautiful RTJ design. It’s on the more playable side for a RTJ course and is fairly forgiving off the tee. Worth the price of admission and plans to return soon.
FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Seven Oaks at Seven Oaks Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 9 explicit golfer ratings.
Seven Oaks was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr..
Yes. Seven Oaks at Seven Oaks Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Seven Oaks is 72.
Seven Oaks plays 6,826 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Seven Oaks is 123.