
Woodstock Course
Woodstock Golf Club
About this course
Woodstock Golf Club sits in the Hudson Valley foothills of the Catskill Mountains, occupying rolling terrain characteristic of upstate New York's wooded landscape. Ralph Twitchell designed the course in the early twentieth century, part of an era when golf was expanding into resort and recreational communities throughout the region. The layout reflects the naturalistic design principles common to that period, working with the existing topography rather than imposing dramatic earthwork. The course plays through a mix of mature hardwoods and open meadow areas, with elevation changes that provide variety in stance and shot requirements. Routing follows the natural contours of the property, and several holes offer views of the surrounding Catskill peaks. The design emphasizes strategic placement over length, typical of courses from this era that have been maintained largely to their original character. Woodstock itself has long been known as an arts colony and cultural community, and the golf club reflects that local character. The club serves both members and visitors in a relatively informal setting, functioning as a community amenity rather than an exclusive retreat. The course provides a straightforward test of golf in a scenic mountain setting, appealing to players who appreciate traditional layouts and the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley region.
Quick facts
- Location
- Woodstock, NY, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1929
- Designer
- Ralph Twitchell
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 35
- Length
- 2,735 yards
Getting there
The journey to Woodstock Golf Club begins at one of the Northeast's major hubs - either Albany International (ALB), roughly ninety minutes to the southeast, or New York's LaGuardia (LGA) or Newark (EWR), each a two-and-a-half-hour drive north through the Hudson Valley. The route itself becomes the prelude: leaving the metropolitan sprawl behind, the landscape gradually surrenders to the Catskill foothills, with the Hudson River glimpsed through stands of oak and hemlock as you wind deeper into Ulster County. Private aviation services operate from nearby regional airstrips, offering a more intimate arrival for those seeking to bypass the commercial terminals entirely. The final miles unfold along quiet country roads that climb gently into the mountains, where Woodstock's artistic heritage and bohemian character announce themselves long before you arrive at the club's gates - a fitting introduction to one of the region's most storied and unconventional golf destinations.

FAQ
Common questions about Woodstock
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Woodstock was designed by Ralph Twitchell.
Woodstock is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Woodstock is 35.
Woodstock plays 2,735 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
Woodstock is a 9-hole course.




