
Sprain Lake Course
Sprain Lake Golf Course

About this course
Sprain Lake Golf Course, woven into the undulations of Yonkers, serves as a challenging public course where Westchester County golfers hone their games against the backdrop of the Sprain Brook. Its tight fairways and strategic bunkering place a premium on thoughtful course management over sheer power, a reflection of its practical design. Built in the mid-20th century, the course presents a classic parkland layout, heavily tree-lined with elevation changes that test club selection. While not a venue for major championships, Sprain Lake is a proving ground for local talent, a place where weekend warriors and aspiring pros alike compete in regular tournaments and hone their skills. The layout favors players who can shape their shots, navigate doglegs, and strategically position themselves for challenging approaches. Though largely unheralded on the national stage, Sprain Lake maintains a loyal following among those who appreciate accessible, challenging golf. It's a place where the love of the game takes center stage, reflecting the diverse and dedicated golfing community of Westchester County.
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 NY
Quick facts
- Location
- Yonkers, NY, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1928
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Tom Winton
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,110 yards
- Difficulty
- 69.1/124
- Course Vaults score
- 6.0
Getting there
Sprain Lake Golf Course sits just beyond the northern edge of New York City, reachable in under half an hour from Midtown Manhattan via the Saw Mill River Parkway - a winding, tree-canopied route that climbs steadily into Westchester County. Travelers flying in typically land at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, a compact regional hub less than fifteen minutes east, though LaGuardia and Newark both serve as viable gateways for those connecting from farther afield. The final miles peel away from suburban density into a quieter, more wooded landscape, the parkway delivering you directly to the course entrance along the shores of the Sprain Brook Reservoir. It is an unexpectedly serene arrival, the city's hum fading into birdsong and the soft rustle of hardwoods.

FAQ
Common questions about Sprain Lake
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Sprain Lake has a Course Vaults score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 33 logged golfers.
Sprain Lake was designed by Tom Winton.
Yes. Sprain Lake is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Sprain Lake is 70.
Sprain Lake plays 6,110 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Sprain Lake is 124.



