Public golf course in Vergennes, VT, 05491.
About Basin Harbor Golf Club
Basin Harbor Golf Club in Vergennes, Vermont pairs lakeside serenity with a classic New England challenge, where the hush of Lake Champlain floats across fairways framed by stately pines. Designed by Alex Findlay back in 1927, this 18-hole, par-72 layout stretches to 6,518 yards, playing longer than the number suggests thanks to clever doglegs and gentle but steady elevation swings—over 35 meters rise and fall across the round. The greens are old-school, modest in size with subtle breaks that reward a deft touch, while 36 bunkers and a handful of watery crossings keep you honest without ever feeling punitive.
What keeps the round interesting here is the interplay between the open stretches along the lake and tighter, tree-lined corridors that demand a precise drive. Water isn’t everywhere, but when it comes into play—especially on the approach to the par-4 13th—it’s a genuine factor. The par-5 16th tempts the bold with a reachable green in two, if you’re willing to take on a well-placed bunker and a sloping fairway.
Scenery is part of the show: those wide lake views and glimpses of the Adirondacks across the water make it easy to forget a three-putt. Conditions are solid and the pace is generally relaxed, letting you soak in the peaceful setting without feeling rushed.
This course is just right for mid-handicappers who like a walkable, traditional design with enough strategic bite to keep things lively—especially from late spring to early fall, when Vermont is at its most inviting.