From destination-level resort golf and historic private clubs to approachable public courses and hidden local favorites, the Mohawk Valley offers one of the most diverse golf landscapes in Upstate New York. Whether it’s a quick weekday league round, a scenic Adirondack getaway, or a championship-caliber experience, these courses continue to shape the culture of the game across the region.
Crystal Springs Golf Course
6300 NY-5, Vernon
Built from farmland in Vernon by Fred and Janet Snizek, Crystal Springs remains one of the Mohawk Valley’s most family-rooted golf destinations. Now led by their son Tom, a teacher and golf coach at New Hartford High School, the course continues to focus on affordable golf and community tradition. In the 1990s, the Snizek family also established “Golfing for Breast Cancer,” a charity that raised more than $100,000 for the Faxton-St. Luke’s Comprehensive Breast Cancer Center.
Valley View Golf Course
620 Memorial Parkway, Utica
A longtime Mohawk Valley favorite, Valley View combines affordability with classic Robert Trent Jones Sr. design, offering one of the region’s most accessible public golf experiences. Originally developed as part of Roscoe Conkling Park in the 1920s and later expanded by the WPA in the late 1930s, the course has remained deeply connected to Utica’s recreational history for generations. Today, its rolling layout, city views, and longstanding local golf culture continue to make it a staple for golfers of every skill level.
Stonebridge Golf & Country Club
2430 Graffenburg Road, New Hartford
Known for its scenic elevation changes and polished clubhouse atmosphere, Stonebridge delivers a private-club feel while remaining welcoming to players throughout the region. The course has become a favorite for leagues, outings, weddings, and long summer evenings on the fairways.
Twin Ponds Golf & Country Club
169 Main Street, New York Mills
Celebrating 80 years this year, Twin Ponds has long been part of the fabric of the local golf community, offering approachable play and an active social atmosphere. From leagues and outings to casual weekend rounds, it remains one of the area’s most familiar golf destinations. Its longtime community presence and welcoming atmosphere have helped make it a place where generations of local golfers continue to return season after season.
Hidden Valley Golf Club
189 Castle Road, Whitesboro
Tucked into the hills of Whitesboro, Hidden Valley offers a relaxed golf experience with scenic fairways and a loyal local following. Its approachable layout and laid-back atmosphere continue to make it a favorite for casual summer rounds.
Crestwood Golf Club
6315 State Route 291, Marcy
A longtime staple in the Marcy golf scene, Crestwood blends traditional course design with a welcoming local atmosphere. Its established history and consistent play continue to make it a dependable favorite for golfers throughout the region.
Heron Creek Golf Club
151 Kirkland Avenue, Clinton
Heron Creek offers one of the Mohawk Valley’s more understated golf experiences, pairing a challenging layout with a quiet natural setting. The course’s smaller scale and relaxed pace continue to appeal to golfers looking for a more traditional round.
Barker Brook Golf Club
6080 Rogers Road, Oriskany Falls
Surrounded by rolling countryside, Barker Brook combines scenic golf with one of the area’s more relaxed playing experiences. Its wide-open landscape and strong course conditions continue to attract players from across Central New York.
MV Golf & Event Center by ARC Herkimer
6069 NY-5, Little Falls
Set across 121 picturesque acres, the MV Golf & Center is more than just manicured greens and scenic vistas. Proudly owned & operated by Arc Herkimer, the course offers a unique purpose-driven experience. As one of the only nonprofit-owned courses in the country, it represents community integration and opportunity for people of all abilities.
As an accessible golf destination, the course offers adaptive golf carts and year-round recreation and vocation. Home to the Tin Cup Tavern & Grille eatery, it will also soon welcome the Kucerak Event Center, a premier venue for life’s biggest celebrations.
Seven Oaks Golf Club
2 East Lake Road, Hamilton
Located beside Colgate University, Seven Oaks combines collegiate golf tradition with one of the region’s most visually striking layouts. The course’s rolling terrain and polished conditions continue to make it a destination round in Central New York.
Turning Stone Resort Casino Golf Courses
5218 Patrick Road, Verona
Home to Kaluhyat, Shenendoah, and Atunyote, Turning Stone has helped place the Mohawk Valley on the national golf map. Championship-caliber conditions, destination-level hospitality, and nationally recognized course design continue to draw players from across the Northeast.
Pine Hills Golf Club
247 Jones Road, Frankfort
Built by Carl and Cecilia Grygiel and opened to the public in 1954, Pine Hills has remained deeply rooted in family tradition for generations. Today, third-generation owners Clayton and Erin Grygiel continue the course’s longtime commitment to a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and a classic Central New York golf experience, while ongoing improvements and an Adirondack-style clubhouse have helped preserve the vision first created more than 70 years ago.
Rome Country Club
5342 Rome-Taberg Road, Rome
A fixture in the Rome golf community for generations, Rome Country Club combines traditional course design with a relaxed club atmosphere. The course continues to offer a classic country club experience rooted in local golf tradition.
The Golf Club of Newport
760 Honey Hill Road, Newport
Nestled into the rolling hills of Herkimer County, Newport remains one of the Mohawk Valley’s hidden golf gems. Its scenic setting and quieter atmosphere create a relaxed but memorable round for golfers looking to escape the crowds.
Otsego Golf Club
144 Pro Shop Drive, Springfield Center
Located near Cooperstown and Otsego Lake, Otsego Golf Club delivers one of the most scenic golf settings in the region. The historic course blends natural beauty with a slower Adirondack-style pace that feels distinctly Upstate New York.
Mohawk Valley Country Club
6069 NY-5, Little Falls
With dramatic elevation changes and panoramic valley views, Mohawk Valley Country Club offers one of the region’s most scenic rounds. The course’s hillside layout creates a memorable golf experience from start to finish.
Oneida Community Golf Club
1017 Golf Course Lane, Oneida
Home to PGA Professional and CNY PGA Hall of Famer Ruth Weydig, Oneida Community Golf Club has become a regional leader in youth golf and player development. The course continues to play an important role in introducing new generations to the game. Oneida Community Golf Club celebrated its 125 Anniversary last year. OCGC was built in 1900 and is one of the oldest golf courses in the Mohawk Valley. Former LPGA Tour Player and NYSGA Hall of Famer, Debbie Austin grew up playing at Oneida Community Golf Club.
Thendara Golf Club
5th Street, Thendara
Set in the Adirondacks, Thendara offers one of Upstate New York’s most scenic mountain golf experiences. The course’s wooded surroundings and seasonal atmosphere make it a summer tradition for many golfers.
Inlet Golf Club
300 State Route 28, Inlet
Surrounded by Adirondack scenery, Inlet Golf Club delivers a relaxed and picturesque golf experience unlike anywhere else in the region. The course’s natural setting and slower pace perfectly reflect the character of the Adirondacks.
Sauquoit Knolls Golf Club
9807 Fairway Lane, Sauquoit
A 9-hole public course that adds another accessible local option to the Mohawk Valley golf scene. Sauquoit Knolls continues to offer approachable golf with a laid-back neighborhood feel.
Where to Warm Up
- Brimfield View Driving Range — Clinton (with photo)
- Beacon Golf Center — Marcy
- Dustin Jones Golf Academy & Hole in One Golf Center, Whitesboro
- The Bunker — New Hartford
- Sportsplex at Turning Stone — Verona
- Hidden Valley Golf Club Practice Facility — Whitesboro
- Pine Hills Golf Club Practice Range — Frankfort
- Turning Stone Golf Practice Facility — Verona
- Cedar Lake Club Practice Range — Clayville
- Valley View Golf Course Practice Facility — Utica
- Rome Country Club Driving Range — Rome
- Seven Oaks Practice Facility — Hamilton
- Barker Brook Practice Area — Oriskany Falls
- Oneida Community Golf Club Practice Facility — Oneida
Sometimes, the love of the game goes far beyond a public course or country club. Across the Mohawk Valley, golf has become such a part of everyday life that for some, it even extends into their own backyard.
In Marcy, Mole Run is a privately built 10-hole backyard course created purely for the enjoyment of the game and the community that comes with it. This season, the course may expand even further, with plans for four additional holes and the addition of three greenside sand traps. Custom-built benches have also been added throughout the property, creating places for players to gather and take in the experience between holes.
Today, Mole Run hosts a regular Wednesday evening group of 14 members, where rounds are followed by a full dinner after play – another reminder that in the Mohawk Valley, golf has always been about much more than just the scorecard.
Golf Voices of the Mohawk Valley
Dustin Jones
PGA Professional and CNY PGA Hall of Famer Dustin Jones has spent more than two decades shaping the golf scene across the Mohawk Valley through instruction, club fitting, and player development. A former professional at Turning Stone Resort Casino Golf Courses and Yahnundasis Golf Club, Jones was also named Central NY PGA Golf Professional of the Year, the section’s highest annual honor.
Ruth Weydig
PGA Professional and CNY PGA Hall of Famer Ruth Weydig has dedicated decades to growing the game through youth instruction and player development at Oneida Community Golf Club. A PGA of America member since 1988, Weydig is a nine-time CNYPGA Youth Player Development Award recipient and currently serves as Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach at Mohawk Valley Community College.
