The green at Crab Meadow's par-5 8th hole, with the water making for a risk-reward approach. (photo courtesy crabmeadowgolf.com.)

18-HOLE COURSE

Ranked No. 26 in our Top 30

Pro: George Dixon, PGA

General Information: 631-757-8800
Reservations: 631-757-2300
Residents with a seasonal golf permit can make reserved tee times up to seven days in advance at an additional cost of $3 per person
Run by: Town of Huntington
Open: Mid-January through mid-December
Restrictions: Under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
Available for Outings: Yes.  
USGA Computer ‘handicap’ system available: Yes
Cost: $15    
Credit Cards accepted: None
Carts:Pull - $5.00; Power - $17 per person for 18 holes
Discounts: For resident seniors and juniors weekdays,
and also for twilight play.
Club Rentals: $30 for 18 holes

Amenities:
Pro Shop: Yes, full service 

Lessons: Yes; Clinics: Yes    
Driving Range: Yes, 18 stalls
Practice Putting Greens: Yes
Practice Chipping Area: None
Clubhouse: Yes
Lockers: Yes, for men and women         
Showers: Yes, for men only
Restaurant: Yes   
Bar / Lounge: Yes

Website: www.crabmeadowgolf.com

GOLF COURSE
Built: 1960
Architect: William Mitchell

Description: This course sits on top of a hill overlooking Long Island Sound with views of the water from 17 holes.  With a very picturesque setting, there is also a challenging and fun golf course that offers rolling, tree-lined fairways and small, undulating, well-bunkered greens.  Water comes into play on three or four holes, and there are a few doglegs and a number of challenging blind shots.  A real ‘sporting’ golf course that will test the skills of every player. 

Signature Hole: No. 8, 468-yard Par 5 (back tees).  A picturesque hole that plays out along a tidal basin on the left side, where both your tee shot and your approach shot must carry water.  The green is elevated, small, and well-bunkered, making for a fun risk-reward par-5.

Reader Comments: Always makes for a great golf outing ... Friendly staff, well maintained ... Tricky greens ... If you’re not scoring well, enjoy the scenery.

Directions: Distance from Manhattan approximately 39 miles.
LIE East to Exit 53 North, to Exit SM5W (Rte. 25A West).  Follow Rte. 25A West approx. 3 mi. to Waterside Ave., at traffic light as you enter Village of Northport (go right).  Follow Waterside Ave. 2 mi. to club.

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