The Country Club of the Poconos, located about 90 minutes from New York and Philadelphia is a "must play" golf course for any golfer in Eastern PA. It was well worth the drive from the King of Prussia area. Outstanding conditions and unorthodox layout are just a few of the pleasantries you'll encounter.
Owned by Middle Smithfield Township; The Country Club of the Poconos Golf Course is a par-70 course that measures 5,900 yards from the back (blue) tees. Designed by Jim Fazio and opened for play in 1965 as a 18-hole course. The manageable length of the golf course, along with affordable rates makes The Country Club of the Poconos one of the best choices for golf in Pennsylvania.
One of the first things you'll notice is the endless miles of cart path. Traveling from one hole to the next can often take as much as 5 minutes, but it's not a bother because the scenery is delightful. The club utilizes nearby roads through the housing developments as cart paths, but rarely are said homes visible while on the course. It's a private affair and you'll feel like you have the place to yourself.
The Country Club of the Poconos is not an easy track by any means. The many doglegs, gaps, and hazards force players to lay up in some cases, or go for it with a heavy risk/reward quotient. There are also several holes with severe elevation changes, making club selection more tricky than normal.
Overall; The Country Club of the Poconos is not to be missed. The facilities are immaculate, the course condition is pristine, and the rates are reasonable. You should not balk at the two-hour drive if given a chance to play here...You’ll be glad you did!
Owned by Middle Smithfield Township; The Country Club of the Poconos Golf Course is a par-70 course that measures 5,900 yards from the back (blue) tees. Designed by Jim Fazio and opened for play in 1965 as a 18-hole course. The manageable length of the golf course, along with affordable rates makes The Country Club of the Poconos one of the best choices for golf in Pennsylvania.
One of the first things you'll notice is the endless miles of cart path. Traveling from one hole to the next can often take as much as 5 minutes, but it's not a bother because the scenery is delightful. The club utilizes nearby roads through the housing developments as cart paths, but rarely are said homes visible while on the course. It's a private affair and you'll feel like you have the place to yourself.
The Country Club of the Poconos is not an easy track by any means. The many doglegs, gaps, and hazards force players to lay up in some cases, or go for it with a heavy risk/reward quotient. There are also several holes with severe elevation changes, making club selection more tricky than normal.
Overall; The Country Club of the Poconos is not to be missed. The facilities are immaculate, the course condition is pristine, and the rates are reasonable. You should not balk at the two-hour drive if given a chance to play here...You’ll be glad you did!
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