Kittansett Club
- Par
- 70
- Yardage
- 6,567yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1922
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
The Kittansett Club in Marion on Buzzards Bay is one of the few true links courses in America, its terrain and character derived directly from the windswept glacial plain between the Atlantic and the bay. Designed by William Flynn and Frederic Hood in 1922, the first three holes play along the bay shore with unobstructed Atlantic views, before turning inland through low-lying fairways of firm fast-playing turf. The wind is constant and directional change makes every round a new test. Kittansett hosted the 1953 Walker Cup and regularly appears in lists of America's most authentic links experiences.
Signature Hole
3rd hole, par 3, 201 yards — along Buzzards Bay with the Atlantic visible and the wind an ever-present, ever-changing factor
Notable Tournaments
- 1953 Walker Cup
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kittansett Club public or private?
Kittansett Club is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed Kittansett Club?
Kittansett Club was designed by Frederick Hood & William Flynn and opened in 1922.
Where does Kittansett Club rank among the top golf courses in America?
Kittansett Club ranks #88 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at Kittansett Club?
The signature hole at Kittansett Club is the 3rd hole, par 3, 201 yards — along Buzzards Bay with the Atlantic visible and the wind an ever-present, ever-changing factor.