
Sycamore Course
Sycamore Country Club


About this course
Sycamore Country Club, a mid-century haven tucked into the rolling hills just south of Albany, is a comfortable blend of accessible golf and unpretentious camaraderie. The layout, while not destined for championship lore, embodies the spirit of recreational golf played with genuine passion. Built in the 1960s, the course showcases a traditional parkland style, winding through mature trees and featuring gently undulating greens. Its fairways are generous and forgiving, offering ample landing areas for golfers of all skill levels. Don't be fooled however, many approach shots play a bit longer up hill, and there are subtle breaks on the green to contend with. While not a past host to major championships, Sycamore thrives as a community hub. The club sustains an active and engaged membership drawn from the surrounding Capital Region, fostering an environment where friendly competition and post-round socializing take precedence.
Quick facts
- Location
- Ravena, NY, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1971
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Frank Duane
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,528 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.1/117
- Course Vaults score
- 5.6
Getting there
The journey to Sycamore Country Club unfolds along the Hudson Valley's eastern shore, most conveniently accessed via Albany International Airport (ALB), roughly forty minutes to the south, or from the greater New York City metro region via I-87 northbound. The final approach winds through the rolling countryside of upstate New York, where the landscape transitions from suburban periphery to the quieter, tree-lined roads that define Ravena's rural character. As you draw near, the Hudson River's presence becomes palpable in the soft, verdant terrain - a reminder of the region's storied geography - before the gates of Sycamore Country Club emerge, marking your arrival at one of the Hudson Valley's most discreetly situated private sanctuaries.

FAQ
Common questions about Sycamore
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Sycamore has a Course Vaults score of 5.6 out of 10 based on 5 logged golfers.
Sycamore was designed by Frank Duane.
Yes. Sycamore is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Sycamore is 71.
Sycamore plays 6,528 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Sycamore is 117.



