Douglaston Golf Course is located in Douglaston, Queens. Formally known as North Hills Country Club, it became a municipal course in the early 60’s. Douglaston is situated at the highest point in the Borough of Queens, providing picturesque views of the Manhattan skyline.
The beautiful old clubhouse was completely redesigned in 2004 and includes a lavish catering facility. Also in 2004 the golf course underwent a major renovation by the acclaimed architect Stephen Kay. These clubhouse and course improvements have moved Douglaston up into the position of number 2 in popularity amongst all the NYC golf courses.
The best hole is the Par 3, 9th. There’s no good place to miss on this par 3 with an elevated green. There are two bunkers to the left and one on the right. A short shot means a tough chip and if you’re long you’re in jail with fast greens running back to front.
“It’s a very difficult par 3,” said Keith Kim, Douglaston Golf Course general manager. “You can see the city skyline and the clubhouse from the tee box. Either way you look, you have a good view. You make a par there, you’re happy.”