Private

South Course

Westchester Country Club

Rye, NY, USA
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18 holesPar 716,566 yds71.9/130

About this course

Westchester Country Club’s South Course is a robust testament to the Golden Age of golf course architecture, demanding strategic thinking and precise execution across its rolling, tree-lined terrain in Rye, New York. The course favors players who can work the ball, navigating doglegs and strategically placed bunkers that guard undulating greens. A premium is placed on approach shots that are precise, rewarding those who can accurately judge distances and manage the varying slopes of the greens. Designed by Walter Travis, with later refinements by Rees Jones, the South Course's pedigree is beyond reproach. Its classic design features emphasize shot-making over sheer power, a hallmark of the era in which it was conceived. The course has hosted numerous significant championships including several iterations of the Barclays, showcasing its ability to challenge the best players in the game. The South Course enjoys a place of high standing within the greater New York metropolitan area and northeast corridor, known for its challenging layout and impeccable conditioning. The club itself fosters a membership deeply rooted in tradition, where the echoes of past champions resonate with each round played. After a round, many a golfer has been found in the club, regaling stories of shots made and lost.

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.

384

Best in World

293

Best in USA

25

Best in NY

Quick facts

Location
Rye, NY, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1922
Holes
18
Par
71
Length
6,566 yards
Difficulty
71.9/130
Course Vaults score
8.6

Getting there

The journey to Westchester Country Club begins at one of the New York metropolitan area's three major gateways - most commonly Westchester County Airport in White Plains, a mere fifteen minutes north, or LaGuardia and JFK for those connecting from farther afield. The drive from Manhattan traces the familiar arc of the Hutchinson River Parkway or I-95, a half-hour passage through leafy suburbs that grows progressively quieter as you approach the Rye shoreline. Private aviation finds its natural home at Westchester County, where discreet arrivals are handled with the efficiency befitting the club's storied membership. The final turn onto the club's grounds feels less like an arrival than a retreat - a transition from the hum of the corridor into the manicured calm of one of American golf's most hallowed estates.

FAQ

Common questions about South at Westchester Country Club

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

South at Westchester Country Club has a Course Vaults score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 71 logged golfers.

South was designed by Walter Travis.

South at Westchester Country Club is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.

Par at South is 71.

South plays 6,566 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at South is 130.

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