The New York metropolitan area is one of the world’s great golf regions. Bethpage Black, a public course on Long Island, has hosted U.S. Opens, a PGA Championship and the 2025 Ryder Cup. Shinnecock Hills in Southampton hosts the 2026 U.S. Open. Winged Foot in Westchester, Baltusrol in New Jersey and Liberty National, with its Manhattan skyline views, are also championship venues. Most are private, but Bethpage and other public courses welcome players — and all attract spectators during big events.

Famous courses

Course Location Notable
Bethpage Black Farmingdale, NY Public; U.S. Opens, PGA Championship, 2025 Ryder Cup
Shinnecock Hills Southampton, NY Historic links; 2026 U.S. Open
Winged Foot Mamaroneck, NY Multiple U.S. Opens
Baltusrol Springfield, NJ Major championships
Liberty National Jersey City, NJ Skyline views; Presidents Cup

Playing public courses

Bethpage State Park has several courses, with the Black course famously difficult — a sign at the first tee warns that it’s recommended only for highly skilled golfers. Tee times are in high demand.

Attending championships

Major events bring huge crowds, limited parking and shuttle systems. Chauffeured drop-offs must use designated areas; plan early and allow extra time. Read the Hamptons car service guide for Shinnecock travel.

Golf trips

For groups traveling with clubs, an SUV or Sprinter carries bags and players together. Read traveling with golf clubs and our group transportation.

Golf and business

Golf remains a staple of business entertaining in the New York area. Corporate outings and member-guest tournaments often involve several players traveling together with clubs, and timing is tight around tee times. A chauffeured SUV or Sprinter arriving at the clubhouse keeps the group together and avoids the parking lot. Read corporate travel.

Etiquette at private clubs

If you’re a guest at a private club, confirm arrival instructions with your host: many clubs have specific drop-off points, dress codes (including in the clubhouse) and policies on phones. Your chauffeur will follow the club’s directions for waiting and pickup.