Green Lakes Golf Course
Green Lakes State Park Golf Course is an 18-hole public course in Fayetteville, New York, and one of the first courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, according to NYS Parks. In 2026, 18 holes cost $22 on weekdays and $32 on weekends and holidays; 9 holes cost $18 and $20. New York residents 62 and over and 17 and under pay $16 for 18 holes on weekdays. Tee times can be booked up to seven days ahead online or by calling the pro shop at (315) 637-4653.
The Golf Course at a Glance
Greens Fees (2026)
From the NYS Parks golf course page:
- 18 holes: $22 weekdays, $32 weekends and holidays
- 9 holes: $18 weekdays, $20 weekends and holidays
- Junior and senior, 18 holes: $16 (weekdays)
- Junior and senior, 9 holes: $11 (weekdays)
- Twilight, after 6 p.m. in June, July and August: $14
- Spring special, through May 15, and fall special, September 21 to close: $20 for 18 holes, $38 with a cart
Senior rates are for New York State residents 62 and older; junior rates for New York State residents 17 and under. Weekday rates, junior and senior rates included, also apply after 1 p.m. on weekends.
Carts and Rentals
- Gas riding cart: $10 per player for 9 holes, $18 for 18
- Club rental: $10 for 9 holes, $15 for 18
Booking Tee Times
NYS Parks says tee time reservations are taken seven days in advance. Book online through the course's foreUP booking page (linked from the NYS Parks golf page) or call the pro shop at (315) 637-4653. The pro shop is open 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily in season. Staff may pair golfers together.
The Course
NYS Parks describes a scenic 18-hole course with plush fairways on rolling terrain that "tests all playing abilities." The bunkers are deep-faced, and golfers rarely get a flat lie, so a wild tee shot can be costly. The course was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps company that built much of the park, along with the clubhouse; see history. It stays busy: the State Parks blog reported 34,167 rounds in a single recent season.
The Clubhouse and Yards Grille
The Robert Trent Jones clubhouse sits on a hill south of Green Lake with a panoramic view over the course. Inside is the Yards Grille, a public restaurant with a sports-bar feel, open 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily in season. You don't need to golf to eat there.
Getting to the Course
The course has its own entrance off Route 5 on the south side of the park, separate from the main park entrance off Route 290. NYS Parks marks the golf entrance closed in winter. See parking and directions.
Rules to Know
- Everyone on the course needs a greens fee receipt, including spectators and ride-alongs.
- No pets on the golf course. NYS Parks bans pets from golf courses parkwide.
- Walking trails cross near the course. The Old Growth and Powerline trails pass the golf course maintenance area; stay on marked trails.
When the Course Is Open
The course runs spring to fall and closes in winter. Opening and closing dates change with the weather, so call the pro shop or check the NYS Parks golf page before you go.
Green Lakes Golf Course FAQ
How much is golf at Green Lakes?
In 2026, 18 holes cost $22 on weekdays and $32 on weekends and holidays; 9 holes cost $18 and $20. Carts are $10 or $18 per player.
How do I book a tee time at Green Lakes golf course?
Online through the course's foreUP page, linked from the NYS Parks golf page, or by calling the pro shop at (315) 637-4653. Tee times open seven days ahead.
Who designed the Green Lakes golf course?
Robert Trent Jones. NYS Parks calls it one of the first courses he designed.
Is there a senior discount at Green Lakes golf course?
Yes, for New York State residents 62 and older: $16 for 18 holes and $11 for 9 on weekdays and after 1 p.m. on weekends.
Can you eat at the Green Lakes golf course without golfing?
Yes. The Yards Grille in the clubhouse is a public restaurant, open 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily in season.