Whaling City GC at New Bedford

Public golf course in New Bedford, MA, 02740.

Marble course marker at Whaling City Golf Course with engraved blue and gold ship emblem, green fairway and trees in background
๐Ÿ“ 581 Hathaway Road, New Bedford, MA ๐Ÿ“ž (508) 996-9393 Official site

Course stats

Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6780 yds
Rating
73
Slope
134
Built
1920
Architect
Donald Ross/R-Johnson Golf

About Whaling City GC at New Bedford

Whaling City Golf Course is a 6780 yard 18 hole championship course; with several remaining Donald Ross designed holes. Originally called New Bedford Public Links; the course was built by Buster and Stanley Brown in 1947. The course has undergone major transformations and been redesigned over the years as civilization progressed; making alterations as route 140 and 195 were built. The land continues to be assessed for other uses; but as the golfers who have played her for 50+ years will attest, it will survive. Public welcome; league times available; outings welcome.

Amenities

Rates

18-hole rate: $48 ยท 9-hole rate: $32 ยท Represents upper mid-tier layouts, popular resort off-peak rates, and weekend discounts.

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