The course is in good condition. There were some wet spots but it's not bad at all considering the amount of water we had from IRENE. The greens run a little slow, huge and NOT FLAT AT ALL. Very hard greens to putt if you end up on the spot. It has fairways are okay. Some are very narrow. Make sure to bring extra golf balls if you're not straight off the tee box. Overall, I like the course. Should be a good course either low and high handicappers.

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They have water coolers all over the course and they also have a beverage cart going around.

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After reading reviews on this site, I was expecting more out of Spook Rock. The layout is okay, but the fairways are in TERRIBLE shape. I had to roll over every ball just to make it fair. My huge complaint is with the raincheck policy...after 8 holes it started to pour (I mean hard). I was told I couldn't get a raincheck for the back nine unless the course was officially closed. What a joke, this is not common practice, the course was clearly unplayable. My only conclusion is that they have no problem filling tee times, as I'll never be back to this rather average course. Bad management experience aside, I'm surprised this course rates as well as it does. Disclosure--I'm a 30 year old guy with a about a 12 handicap. Cheers.

strong sand traps defending each approach to the green made a strong short game a must, fairways were wide enough that me being a second year golfer hit aroun 40%.

Being a non-resident 16 yr old, the 41$ greens fee was a bit steep, but after playing the round, im considering moving to rockland county.

Traveling all the way from buffalo stayiung with family in suffern, playing this course in only my second year playing seriously, this course proved a challenge, as the scorecard stated clearly, this was one of the top 25 public golf courses in america, plenty of sand, and just enough water to keep you on you toes.the scenery surrounding the beautifule 6800 yard stretch was enough for the greens fee, but the play made it worth it all the way

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visited the pro-shop to get a glove, and the service was great, turns out i had been using the wrong size glove for a year.

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restaurant service was more than friendly

Fair pin placement make it fun, but don't get suckered in by those tucked behind the traps.

Too many leaves all over the course. Muddy tee boxes, fairways and bunkers.

You want challenging fall golf. Here it is. Thought you'd have an easy day teeing it up on the whites? Wrong! Keep it in the fairway or bring your leaf blower. Keep the flight low or you'll see less roll than bowling uphill.

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Average

-Classic design
-Excellent condition
-Nice greens

-Expensive for the area
-Difficult to get tee times

This is a course that has been consistently listed in Golf Digest's Top 100 U.S. Public Courses. I have only played the course now, three times, but would have to agree.

The course rolls through a very mature, wooded expanse. The layout is classic in design and is as fair to the novice as it is challenging to the more accomplished player. The tee boxes are all level and very well maintained. The fairways are absolutely pristine. The greens are shaved low, providing some slick putting. They're on the fast side and roll pure and true. The rough is kept at a very playable height of about 2-3 inches but is very thick, however. It's always best to keep it in the fairway here.

Greens fees are $45 for non-residents and only $18 for residents (gas cart extra). Based on the quality and the bargain, I certainly wish I were a resident! No need to ride here, really. The course is a nice walking course with no severe uphill climbs. Gas carts are relegated to paths only, therefore the player ends up walking a large part of the day anyway.

Overall, a very satisfying golf experience. The course just seems so natural in its design, lumbering through the wooded highlands of Suffern, NY. Rockland only has four public courses in the entire County. I, for one, am thankful that such a resounding gem happens to be one of them. A recommended stop to any passing travelling golfers!

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