Forest Park Golf Course
Woodhaven, NY 11421
Phone: (718) 296-0999
- Cross Street:
- Center Drive
- Directions:
- J at Cypress Hills
- Hours:
- Mar 15-Nov 30 daily dawn to dusk
Editorial Review for Forest Park Golf Course – by Paul J. Pelkonen
The Course
Designed by Tom Bendalow, one of the city's most visually stunning golf experiences hit the headlines in 1997 when an unskilled golfer was caught firing balls in the general direction of President Clinton's passing motorcade. Set in the heart of Forest Park, the greens have been lengthened, with the course gaining an additional 200 yards over the years. Furthering improvements, the city even got rid of the old construction trailer and supplied Forest Park with a bona fide two-story clubhouse.
The Experience
You're not allowed to wear metal spikes on your shoes, but you can drink alcohol as you walk from one hole to the next--as long as you purchase your drink on the course. To secure your tee-time be sure to call at least seven days in advance.
Vital Stats
Number of holes: 18
Yardage: 6,000
Par: 70
Driving range: no
Pro shop: yes
Cart rental: yes
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User Reviews for Forest Park Golf Course
06/02/2008 Posted by SandWedge
Played Forest Park for first time last week and I was pleasantly surprised. The place was in great shape, and all seemed well until I got to the 1st Par 3 and had to wait 30 minutes. This seems to be common at most of the Par 3's. On approaching the Tee for the 4th whole, I should have turned around and gone home. I soon discovered a practice green between the 3rd & 4th holes. Unfortunately, the two foursomes in front of us were Asian and did not speak English or I would have asked them to hold be on the ground and beat my nuts with a Driver. After 6 hours, I gave up at the 15th hole. I would like to go back and play when its cold out and no one is around.
Pros: Nice Shape
Cons: Hopefully your not doing anything for 8 hours
05/08/2006 Posted by joe3030
Played forest park last week. Course was in very good shape for a city course. Highly reccomended. Only 15 mins from the city by car.
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