
Skippack Course
Skippack Golf Course
About this course
Skippack Golf Course sits in the suburban community of Skippack in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, roughly thirty miles northwest of Philadelphia. The course was designed by Xenophon Hassenplug, a regional architect active in the mid-twentieth century who worked on several layouts in the greater Philadelphia area. The names Herris and Benahia associated with the design suggest possible collaborators or subsequent modifications, though detailed records of their specific contributions are not widely documented. The course occupies rolling terrain typical of southeastern Pennsylvania, where natural elevation changes and mature tree cover shape the playing corridors. Skippack Creek and its tributaries run through the region, and water features likely influence several holes on the property. The layout reflects the practical design sensibilities of its era, offering a straightforward test for daily-fee and local golfers rather than championship-length challenges. Skippack serves the recreational golf market in Montgomery County, providing accessible play for residents and visitors exploring the historic Skippack area, known for its colonial-era village character and small-town atmosphere. The course functions as a community amenity in a region with a dense concentration of golf facilities, catering to players seeking a casual round in a suburban setting. Its longevity reflects steady local demand and the enduring appeal of unpretentious neighborhood golf in the Philadelphia suburbs.
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 PA
Quick facts
- Location
- Skippack, PA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1960
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Herris, Benahia, Xenophon Hassenplug
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 5,790 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.6/125
- Course Vaults score
- 4.9
Getting there
Skippack Golf Course sits in the rolling countryside northwest of Philadelphia, accessible most directly via Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), roughly 45 minutes south by car through the suburban and rural transitions of Montgomery County. From PHL, the route traces northeast through the outer ring communities before opening into the quieter, tree-lined roads that characterize the Skippack Valley - a landscape of modest estates, working farms, and the kind of understated Pennsylvania charm that rewards the short journey from the city. For those with access to private aviation, Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) offers a closer alternative, cutting drive time to under 30 minutes. The final miles unfold along country roads where the suburban sprawl yields entirely to open greens and wooded borders, delivering you to a course that feels far more remote than its proximity to one of America's great metropolitan centers would suggest.

FAQ
Common questions about Skippack
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Skippack has a Course Vaults score of 4.9 out of 10 based on 25 logged golfers.
Skippack was designed by Herris, Benahia, and Xenophon Hassenplug.
Yes. Skippack is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Skippack is 70.
Skippack plays 5,790 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Skippack is 125.



