The New England state of Connecticut--which bears the name the "Constitution State" for its development of the Fundamental Orders in the 1600s--features a variety of historical and cultural activities. For example, the state offers historic sites, museums/galleries, wineries and restaurants for entertainment seekers. A wide range of public golf courses in various regions of the state also are available for novice and expert golfers alike.
Southwest
Located in Westport, the 18-hole Longshore Club Park Golf Course provides 5,845 yards of golf from the back tees for a par of 73, according to GolfLink. The course features a parklike setting and water hazards on three holes. The course was actually voted one of the Best Places to Play in America in 2008 by Golf Digest. In addition, the course offers junior, group and private lessons. An inn with a grand ballroom is available for weddings and other events as well. The Longshore Club Park Golf Course was designed by Orrin E. Smith and opened in 1922.
Central
Hawk's Landing Country Club, located in Southington, offers an 18-hole Pattonbrook course. From the longest tees, the course is a par-72 with a yardage of 4,433. The course is designed for golfers of all skill levels and additionally features a chipping and putting area along with a large grass tee driving range. In addition, the facility offers a banquet room, restaurant and bar. The Pattonbrook course opened in 1967 and was designed by Geoffrey S. Cornish and Ian Scott Taylor.
Hartford Capitol Region
Located in Ellington, Rolling Meadows Country Club features an 18-hole Rolling Meadows course. The course offers 6,818 yards of golf from the back tees and is par-72. Rolling Meadows is built on a plateau and provides a view of the countryside. The first nine holes have rolling fairways, while the more challenging final nine holes are lined by trees. In addition, a water hazard is present only at the third hole. The club additionally has a restaurant and bar. The Rolling Meadows golf course was designed by Al Zikorus and opened in 1997.
Southeast
The Birch Plain Golf Course in Groton features 18 holes. From the back tees, the course is a par-54 with a yardage of 2,670. The family-operated course is suitable for golfers of all skill levels, with the back nine holes being more wooded than the front nine. Water hazards also are present at three holes. In addition, the facility offers a 300-yard driving range and chipping area. The Birch Plain course opened in 1969 and was designed by Armando Baldelli.
Northeast
Located in Putnam, the Connecticut National Golf Club offers an 18-hole Putnam course. The course features 6,131 yards of golf from the back tees for a par of 71. The golf course additionally offers a driving range with a lesson tee at the range's far end. Amenities at the golf club facility include a restaurant and bar as well as a function hall for weddings and golf tournaments. The Putnam golf course was opened in 1994 and was redesigned in 2007 by Mark Mungen.
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