Golf in the White Mountains is not a consolation prize for a trip that ran out of hiking ideas. The courses here are the real thing: historic layouts from the early twentieth century, set against the Presidential Range with views that most golfers in the Northeast never experience. Two of the four courses covered in this guide opened before 1920. One has been rated Golfweek’s Best Course You Can Play in New Hampshire every year since 2009. Another is the oldest 18-hole layout in the state.
For couples and pairs who want to build a golf getaway in the New Hampshire mountains, this region has enough variety to fill four or five solid rounds across different courses, paired with spa days, scenic drives, and dinners that can more than hold their own. Here is what to know about each course, how to book, and how to position your stay.
WHITE MOUNTAINS GOLF COURSES: QUICK COMPARISON
| Course | Location | Holes | Par | Type | 2026 Pricing (18 holes) | Proximity to BWV Properties |
| Mount Washington Course | Bretton Woods | 18 | 72 | Resort, public | Contact brettonwoods.com | Steps away; Fairway Village on-site |
| Mount Pleasant Course | Bretton Woods | 9 | 35 | Resort, public | Contact brettonwoods.com | Same grounds as Mount Washington |
| Mountain View Grand | Whitefield | 9 (play as 18) | 35/9 | Resort, public | Adults $52, Seniors $42 | 15 min north of Bretton Woods |
| Waumbek Golf Club | Jefferson | 18 | 71 | Public | Contact 603-586-7777 | 25 min north of Bretton Woods |
| Maplewood Golf Club | Bethlehem | 9 | 35 | Public, historic | [VERIFY] | 20 min east of Bretton Woods |
THE MOUNT WASHINGTON COURSE AT BRETTON WOODS
Holes: 18 | Par: 72 | Yardage: Up to 7,004 from the tips | Designer: Donald Ross (1915), renovated by Brian Silva | Type: Resort course, open to public
The Mount Washington Course is the signature golf experience in the White Mountains. Donald Ross designed the original 18-hole layout in 1915, and it has been rated Golfweek’s Best Course You Can Play in New Hampshire continuously since 2009. The course sits on the valley floor at the base of the Presidential Range, which means nearly every hole plays with mountain views in multiple directions, many featuring Mount Washington itself as the backdrop.
The layout is notably flat for a mountain setting, which surprised reviewers on Golf Digest, but that is a product of the valley floor position. Ross’s characteristic design elements are present throughout: plateau greens with roll-offs in all directions, bunkers positioned to create optical illusions of distance, and fairways that reward course management over raw power. Brian Silva’s renovation added yardage to bring the back tees to just over 7,000 yards, with the longest tee boxes creating some extended walk-backs between holes.
The course is located on the grounds of the Omni Mount Washington Resort and is open to the public alongside resort guests. Tee times can be booked directly through the resort website at brettonwoods.com. Golf attire is required.
July promotion: During all of July 2026, juniors 15 and under play free at the Mount Washington Course. Any day, any tee time, green fee, cart, and junior rental clubs are included at no charge. This promotion is listed on the current Bretton Woods golf page. Confirm directly with the course before booking.
The Mount Pleasant Course: Also on the Omni resort grounds is the Mount Pleasant Course, a historic nine-hole layout that first opened in 1895, designed by Geoffrey Cornish and subsequently renovated by Brian Silva. It plays to a par 35 and is a good option for a shorter afternoon round, a warm-up before the 18-hole course, or guests who want the resort setting with less time commitment.
MOUNTAIN VIEW GRAND GOLF COURSE, WHITEFIELD
Holes: 9 (playable as 18) | Par: 35 per 9 holes | Yardage: 2,955 yards per 9 | Designer: Ralph Barton (renovation, 2007) | Year opened: 1908 | Type: Resort course, open to public
The Mountain View Grand Golf Course in Whitefield is one of the most scenic nine-hole courses in New England. The course sits on the grounds of the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa, a historic grand resort hotel with unobstructed views of the Presidential Range from every point on the property. Links magazine named it one of the best 25 courses in New England.
At 2,955 yards for nine holes, the layout is not a bruiser. The challenge comes from the greens, which course reviewers on multiple platforms call among the best they have played, and from the mountain views that make it difficult to keep your eye on the ball. A morning round paired with an afternoon at the spa is one of the better days you can put together anywhere in the White Mountains.
2026 pricing (from the Mountain View Grand website): 9 holes: Adults $37, Seniors (60+) and teens $32, Juniors 12 and under $22. 18 holes: Adults $52, Seniors $42, Juniors $32. Cart rentals are additional. Twilight special: $30 per person for 9 holes after 3:00 PM daily. Monday special: Two golfers play 18 holes for $65 with a half-price appetizer at the clubhouse.
Golf packages: Mountain View Grand offers an Unlimited Golf Package available May 1 to October 1, 2026, which bundles accommodation with unlimited golf and daily breakfast credits. Check the resort’s golf package page at mountainviewgrand.com directly for current pricing and availability. The package does not include a rain check for weather delays.
Booking: Tee times are bookable online through mountainviewgrand.com. Regular hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with extended hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM during July 4th week.
WAUMBEK GOLF CLUB, JEFFERSON
Holes: 18 | Par: 71 | Yardage: 6,011 from the back tees | Original designer: Willie Norton | Year opened: 1895 (original nine), renovated and reopened 2024 | Type: Public
Waumbek is New Hampshire’s oldest golf course, originally opened in 1895. After closing for a period, it reopened under new ownership in 2024 with a renovated layout that includes a new clubhouse, two new holes, new electric carts, improved drainage, and the Fenn’s Way Restaurant overlooking the Presidential Range. The renovation has drawn strong attention from serious golfers: a recent Golf Digest review called a late afternoon round at Waumbek “the stuff of dreams,” noting the course’s classic design features and views.
The course plays 6,011 yards from the tips with a slope of 107. That slope number does not fully convey the course’s character: the terrain shifts significantly, with uphill holes balanced against downhill running holes, and greens that tilt, undulate, and reward approach shots that can hold a firm surface. Three par-5s stand out as the memorable holes, and the closing hole has earned a reputation among experienced reviewers as brutal and devilish. It is the kind of course that plays differently with each round as you learn its logic.
Waumbek is a 20-minute drive from the Bretton Woods vacation rental corridor along Route 2 through Jefferson. From North Conway, it is approximately a 50-minute drive north.
Booking: Call 603-586-7777 or check Waumbek’s website directly for 2026 tee times and current pricing. The Fenn’s Way Restaurant is worth building a dinner reservation around on a Waumbek day.
THE MAPLEWOOD GOLF CLUB, BETHLEHEM
Holes: 9 | Par: 35 | Type: Public, historic course | Location: Bethlehem, NH
The Maplewood Golf Club in Bethlehem is a nine-hole historic course associated with the former Maplewood Resort, one of the grand summer hotels that defined the White Mountains in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The course is public and sits in Bethlehem, which is also home to Rek’-lis Brewing and the Colonial Theatre, making it a natural fit for a half-day golf outing paired with an afternoon in the village.
Contact the course directly before planning a visit, as operational details may have changed from prior seasons.
PLANNING A GOLF TRIP TO THE WHITE MOUNTAINS
When to play: July and August offer the longest days and the warmest conditions, with tee times available from early morning through early evening. Mountain weather can change quickly; thunderstorms are common in afternoon hours from June through August. Early morning rounds, typically starting between 7:00 and 9:00 AM, offer the clearest skies most days. The Mount Washington Observatory posts daily summit weather data at mountwashington.org; while the courses sit far below the summit, it is a useful indicator of what systems are moving through.
Pace and dress: All four courses in this guide require proper golf attire, typically collared shirts and appropriate footwear. Denims and athletic shorts are typically not permitted on the resort courses. Confirm the specific dress code with each course when booking.
Booking lead time: Weekend tee times at the Mount Washington Course book out quickly during peak summer. Booking two to three weeks ahead for July weekend mornings is standard practice. Mountain View Grand and Waumbek tend to have more availability, though their weekend morning slots also move fast during peak season. Weekdays offer better availability across all courses.
Combining golf with other activities: Non-golfing partners have no shortage of options. The region’s White Mountains summer activities calendar spans hiking, horseback riding, spa days, scenic drives, and the Mount Washington Cog Railway. If you are building out a full week, the 3-day White Mountains summer itinerary and 5-day White Mountains summer itinerary are worth reviewing for ideas on how to fill the days around your rounds. The regional event calendar covers concerts, theater, and events through the summer. For what to throw in the bag, the summer packing guide for White Mountains trips has a solid checklist.
WHERE TO STAY FOR GOLF ACCESS
Vacation homes in the Bretton Woods area place guests minutes from the Mount Washington Course. The Fairway Village properties in Bretton Woods sit directly on the golf course grounds, with several offering views of the fairways from the deck. These are among the most sought-after properties for golfers specifically.
For guests who want to play multiple courses across a trip, the Bretton Woods to Whitefield corridor sits centrally between the Mount Washington Course (Bretton Woods), Mountain View Grand (Whitefield, 15 minutes north), and Waumbek (Jefferson, 25 minutes north). A week that combines rounds at all three adds up to 45 holes of course variety, all within half an hour of a single home base.
Bretton Woods Vacations manages properties throughout this corridor. The concierge team can advise on which properties have the most direct access to specific courses for any given travel window. Browse properties in the Bretton Woods area or reach out directly to discuss positioning for a golf-focused trip.
For couples who want the combination of a golf stay with mountain scenery and close proximity to the spa at Mountain View Grand, properties in the Sugar Hill and Franconia area are worth considering, as they sit between the Franconia Notch corridor and the Whitefield courses. The courses and golf overview for the White Mountains gives a quick summary of courses accessible from each part of the region, and Franconia vacation homes are well-positioned for guests prioritizing Waumbek and Mountain View Grand.
The existing guide to private golf courses in New Hampshire covers additional club options beyond the public-access courses in this guide, including memberships and private play opportunities for golfers interested in less crowded conditions.
GOLF AND DINING: ROUNDING OUT THE DAY
The clubhouse experience at White Mountains courses is worth staying for. All four courses reviewed here have dining associated with them, and two stand out specifically.
The Fenn’s Way Restaurant at Waumbek Golf Club has drawn strong praise in recent reviews for both its food and its view of the Presidential Range from the dining room. It is worth a dinner reservation on a Waumbek day regardless of how the round went.
The Mountain View Grand Harvest Tavern and Club House are on the resort grounds, with mountain views from multiple seating areas. The Monday special of two golfers playing 18 holes for $65 with a half-price appetizer at the Club House packages the day neatly.
For evenings back near your vacation home, the dining guide along Route 302 covers restaurants close to the main Bretton Woods property clusters.
Bretton Woods Vacations manages 125+ curated vacation homes across the White Mountains, is family-owned since 2017, and provides 24/7 guest support throughout every stay. Properties come with full kitchens, private outdoor spaces, and a digital guidebook delivered before arrival with local recommendations. Contact the concierge team for help planning a golf-centered week with the right property, course, and activity combination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What golf courses are near Bretton Woods NH?
The Mount Washington Course on the grounds of the Omni Mount Washington Resort is the primary course directly in Bretton Woods, an 18-hole Donald Ross design from 1915 rated Golfweek’s Best Course You Can Play in New Hampshire since 2009. The Mount Pleasant nine-hole course is also on the resort property. Within 25 minutes are Mountain View Grand Golf Course in Whitefield (9 holes) and Waumbek Golf Club in Jefferson (18 holes, New Hampshire’s oldest course).
Is the Bretton Woods golf course open to the public?
Yes. Both the Mount Washington Course and the Mount Pleasant Course at the Omni Mount Washington Resort are open to public play. Tee times are bookable through the resort’s website at brettonwoods.com. Golf attire is required.
What is the best golf course in the White Mountains NH?
The Mount Washington Course has the longest track record of recognition, rated Golfweek’s Best Course You Can Play in New Hampshire since 2009. Waumbek Golf Club in Jefferson, renovated and reopened in 2024, has earned strong reviews from serious golfers for its classic design, views, and course character. Both are worth playing on a White Mountains golf trip.
Does Mountain View Grand have a golf course?
Yes. Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa in Whitefield has a nine-hole historic course that opened in 1908. It plays to a par of 35 per nine holes, with adults playing 18 holes for $52 as of 2026 pricing. An Unlimited Golf Package bundled with accommodation is available from May 1 to October 1, 2026.
How far in advance should I book tee times at the White Mountains golf courses?
For July weekend mornings at the Mount Washington Course, two to three weeks in advance is standard. Mountain View Grand and Waumbek have more flexibility, but peak summer weekends move quickly. Weekday tee times are generally easier to secure at short notice across all courses.
Can I stay near the golf course in Bretton Woods?
Yes. Bretton Woods Vacations manages Fairway Village properties that sit on the grounds of the Bretton Woods golf complex, with views of the fairways from the deck. The concierge team can identify which properties have the most direct access to the courses for any given travel window.
