Copake Country Club

Enveloped by the foothills of the spectacular Berkshire Mountains and beautifully laid out on the coast of Copake Lake, today’s feature course, Copake Country Club, is the kind of course you’ll only find in the Empire State. Located just 10 minutes away from Taconic State Parkway, 25 minutes from Hudson, NY and Great Barrington, MA, and 45 minutes from Poughkeepsie and Albany, NY. A scenic gem that also pulls no punches when it comes to challenging each player who takes it on, Copake’s exceptional conditions and intricate layout makes it one of the state’s best.

While it may be named after the beautiful waters it borders, don’t make the mistake of thinking that you’re coming to Copake Country Club to play course that’s rife with H20-focused challenge – you’re not. Instead, the source of difficulty on this 18-hole championship layout is focused more around the natural elevation of the foothills and the vast expanses of mature foliage growing on the fertile grounds. Rated 70.3 from the white tees, and measuring a slope of 131, the coastal landscape of this Columbia County stand-out has also been known to bring heavy winds across the course during your round, making accurate tee shots and well-struck approaches that much more important.

Pro Tip: Talk to any member or previous player and they’ll let you in on one of the most important aspects of shooting a low score at Copake: the greens are extremely fast and well-maintained. That means that your putter, and your patience, will be tested as you try not to fall victim to the all-too-common three putt.

No visit to Copake Country Club is complete without a stop into the state’s signature 19th hole destination: The Greens at the Club. With a fantastic menu and atmosphere worthy of any night on the town, The Greens’ relaxed atmosphere and spectacular dish/drink selection make it the perfect place to toast your scores on the day, or host your next private event.