
West Point Course
West Point Golf Course



About this course
Nestled within the storied grounds of West Point, the West Point Golf Course carries the weight of military tradition alongside its engaging course design. A parkland layout routed through the undulating hills overlooking the Hudson River Valley, its defining characteristics are the challenging elevation changes and strategically placed bunkers that demand thoughtful club selection and course management. Originally designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., the course's mid-century bones have been subtly updated over time to accommodate modern equipment, yet the core strategy remains true to Jones' vision. Fairways often favor a controlled fade, rewarding players who can navigate the doglegs and blind approaches with precision. While not a championship venue of global renown, the course provides a stern test for cadets, faculty, and guests alike. The camaraderie amongst the members is palpable, often revolving around post-round gatherings at the clubhouse, where stories of daring shots and near misses are traded. The echoes of history resonate throughout the grounds, a constant reminder of the leadership, duty, and honor that define the academy, and shape the unique character of this remarkable golf experience.
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
- West Point, NY, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1948
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Robert Trent Jones Sr.
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,036 yards
- Difficulty
- 70.6/137
- Course Vaults score
- 7.7
Getting there
The journey to West Point Golf Course begins at Stewart International Airport, just fifteen minutes south along Route 9W, though many visitors arrive via Newark Liberty or Westchester County Airport, each roughly an hour away depending on Hudson Valley traffic. The final approach follows the river road north, where the broad sweep of the Hudson opens to reveal Storm King Mountain rising across the water, before turning inland toward the storied gates of the United States Military Academy. Once cleared onto post, the route winds upward through tree-lined avenues and past grey stone barracks, the course itself tucked into a high plateau above the river - an arrival that feels less like reaching a golf destination than entering a chapter of American history that happens to include eighteen beautifully conditioned holes.

FAQ
Common questions about West Point
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
West Point has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 29 logged golfers.
West Point was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr..
Yes. West Point is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at West Point is 70.
West Point plays 6,036 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at West Point is 137.




