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SouthamptonNational Golf Links of America
C.B. Macdonald's tribute to the great holes of Scotland and England, laid out on Peconic Bay next door to Shinnecock. Widely ranked among the top ten courses in the United States and the template for American strategic design. It hosted the 2013 Walker Cup.
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Location | Sebonac Inlet Road, Southampton, NY 11968 |
| Area | Southampton & Shinnecock Hills |
| Holes | 18 |
| Par | 73 |
| Founded | 1911 |
| Architect | Charles Blair Macdonald |
| Cost level | $$$$$ |
| Getting in | Nearly impossible (10/10) |
What it costs
| Initiation (reported) | Reported at roughly $150,000 plus about $10,000 a year in dues (2019 press reports). Treat as a historical estimate. |
|---|---|
| Annual dues (reported) | Reported around $10,000+ per year |
| Daily play | Members and their guests only |
Private clubs don't publish fees. These figures come from press reports and can be years old; see our membership cost guide for sources and context.
How hard is it to get in?
10/10 · Nearly impossible. Invitation only, with a small, largely national membership. Candidates are proposed and seconded by members and vetted over many years.
How to play it as a guest
Member-guest only. The windmill above the 16th green is visible from Sebonac Inlet Road.
Worth knowing
- Host of the 1922 inaugural Walker Cup and the 2013 Walker Cup
- Template holes: Redan, Alps, Cape, Biarritz
- Iconic windmill on the property
Public courses nearby
Can't get an invitation? These are open to everyone:
- Montauk Downs State Park Golf Course (Montauk)
- Sag Harbor State Golf Course (Sag Harbor)
- Poxabogue Golf Center (Sagaponack / Bridgehampton)
FAQ
Can I play National Golf Links of America without being a member?
Generally only as a member's guest. Member-guest only. The windmill above the 16th green is visible from Sebonac Inlet Road.
How much does it cost to join National Golf Links of America?
Reported at roughly $150,000 plus about $10,000 a year in dues (2019 press reports). Treat as a historical estimate. Annual dues: Reported around $10,000+ per year.
How hard is it to get into National Golf Links of America?
We rate it 10/10 (nearly impossible). Invitation only, with a small, largely national membership. Candidates are proposed and seconded by members and vetted over many years.
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