White Mountains: Where New England Peaks Meet Classic Golf.
Tucked in the shadow of the Presidential Range, the Mount Washington region offers golfers sweeping views of rugged peaks, verdant valleys, and sparkling rivers. The courses here respect the natural terrain, with routing and green complexes that flow organically through meadows, forests, and ridges. Rolling fairways, forested corridors, and classic green complexes reward thoughtful shot-making at every turn. Golf here blends history with scenic beauty and strategic challenge, offering a serene and timeless New England experience.
Featured Golf Courses
North Conway Country Club – Conway, NH
Architect: Alex H. Findlay (1900); Restored by Ralph M. Barton, Philip Wogan (1975)
Statement: North Conway Country Club unfolds at the base of the White Mountains, blending open meadowland with sweeping views of Cathedral Ledge and the Saco River valley. Rolling fairways and well-placed bunkers create a rhythm that keeps each hole distinct and memorable. Its overall personality is calm and scenic yet quietly strategic, offering a sense of mountain‑valley serenity with just enough shot-making intrigue to keep players attentive. The par‑4 fifth hole serves as the signature, running along the Saco River with a narrow landing area and a steep bank guarding one flank of the fastest green at North Conway.
Owl's Nest Golf Club – Thornton, NH
Architect: Geoffrey Cornish & Bill Robinson (1976); Restored by Nicklaus Design
Statement: Owl’s Nest Golf Club in Thornton, New Hampshire, sits amid the rugged beauty of the White Mountains, offering sweeping vistas and a truly mountainous setting. Renovation under the Nicklaus Design banner, the course blends naturally with the rolling terrain, combining strategic bunkering and thoughtful routing. Its personality is both adventurous and welcoming, appealing to golfers of all skill levels.
The Mount Washington Golf Course – Bretton Woods, NH
Architect: Donald Ross (1915); Restored by Brian Silva
The Mount Washington Course stretches under the majestic Presidential Range, offering sweeping mountain vistas as a dramatic backdrop. Originally designed by Donald Ross in 1915 and restored in 2008 by Brian Silva, the course features classic Ross-style bunkering and intelligently routed fairways. Its personality is timeless and refined, combining strategic risk-reward play with a serene, storied feel that reflects its rich history. The fifth hole dramatically showcases the historic Mount Washington Hotel, offering golfers a striking view of the iconic landmark. Elevated tee shots, gently flowing terrain, and recovery areas around the greens demand thoughtful shot-making and reward precision.
Plan Your Next Trip the Right Way
See how the courses, hotels, and areas sit relative to each other in White Mountains.
Insider Notes:
Explore: Go to historic Mount Washington Hotel or take a short nearby hike to enrich your experience on the courses.
Kancamagus Highway: Drive around for breathtaking views of the Saco River valley and the Presidential Range before your round.
Explore Local: Stop at family-run diners, artisanal maple farms, or sample locally brewed ales to enjoy authentic New England tastes.
Mount Washington Cog Railway: Ride around for an unmatched rail experience.
Airport Access:
Portland International Jetport (PWM)
North Conway Country Club (Conway, NH): ~1 hr 20 minutes
Mount Washington Course: ~2 hr 15 minutes
Owl’s Nest Golf Club (Thornton, NH): ~2 hr 10 minutes
Manchester‑Boston Regional Airport (MHT)
Owl’s Nest Golf Club: ~73 miles
North Conway Country Club: ~104miles
Mount Washington Course: ~113 miles
Driving Times:
Concord, NH: ~1 hour 45 minutes
Portland, ME: ~2 hours
Manchester, NH: ~2 hours 15 minutes
Boston, MA: ~3 hours
Burlington, VT: ~3 hours
Montreal, QC: ~3 hours 45 minutes
North Conway Country Club – Conway, NH Reviews
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“I played this course on a 4 day golf trip with 6 different courses. This was my overall favorite. It has the layout of an old school country club. Tree lined fairways, great green complexes, some very challenging holes but you can score here if you can hit it strait.”
-Cliff
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"We had a wonderful experience at North Conway Country Club! A big thank-you to Kevin and Michelle for the care, energy, and pride they put into the course. It’s clear they’ve taken a well-run course and made meaningful upgrades that make an already great experience even better."
-Emily
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"Took a family trip to North Conway to get away from the city and enjoy what New Hampshire has to offer. During the trip, my son and I played 18 holes at North Conway Golf Course, and it was an amazing experience. The views were absolutely spectacular, and we even saw deer on the course."
-Wynter
Owl's Nest Golf Club – Thornton, NH Reviews
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"Magnificent masterpiece! This is a challenging hilly and blindsided shot type of course. Not overly long, but it forces you to keep the ball in play/fairway otherwise will be challenging second or third shots. Absolutely helps golfer to improve skills if play here often."
-Bill
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"A little pricey for the condition of the course but overall worth it for vacation golf. Forgiving off the tee, with unbelievable views pretty much throughout."
-Kyle
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"A very well kept course. Lots of different hole designs. Challenging but still fun.”
-Jonathan
The Mount Washington Golf Course – Bretton Woods, NH Reviews
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"What a great golf experience. It is a pretty flat course but still offers plenty of challenges and is a longer course from the tips. I played this as part of a 4 day 6 course trip and it was definitely in my top 3. It has tremendous views, pretty awesome playing conditions, an awesome pro shop and nice carts."
-Cliff
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"Playing golf at the Mount Washington Hotel’s course was a wicked awesome experience! As someone from Boston, I’ve seen my fair share of golf courses, but this one stands out big time."
-Pat
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"Like playing golf in a fairytale storybook. The Donald Ross course is true to the style with great bunkering and undulating greens - some of which are enormous."
-GolfCrusade
