Fenwick Golf Course

Fenwick Golf Course is Connecticut's oldest public golf course, established in 1896. Located in Old Saybrook at the confluence of the Long Island Sound and Connecticut River, the course features a 9-hole links-style layout spanning 2,904 yards with a par of 34. The course is characterized by its flat, easily walkable terrain and distinctive coastal setting, offering unmatched views of the Connecticut coast with reliable seaside breezes throughout play.

The course presents a deceptively challenging experience despite its modest yardage. Its signature difficulty stems from tiny greens and unpredictable coastal winds that demand precise iron play. The fairways are maintained as firm, excellent turf, while the greens roll at a challenging pace. The design captures authentic links-style golf with water on three sides of the property, creating the natural conditions ideal for this style of play. As a public course open to daily fee play, Fenwick maintains high conditioning standards while remaining accessible to all golfers. Its Old World appeal and status as a hidden gem have earned recognition from major golf publications.