Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course)
- Par
- 70
- Yardage
- 7,477yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1923
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
Winged Foot's West Course, designed by A.W. Tillinghast and opened in 1923 in Westchester County, is one of the definitive championship tests in American golf. Tillinghast — who called it his best work — created a course of muscular par 4s, deep-faced bunkers, and severely contoured greens that have consistently produced drama in major championships. The West Course has hosted six U.S. Opens, including Hale Irwin's 1974 Massacre at Winged Foot, Fuzzy Zoeller's 1984 playoff, and Bryson DeChambeau's 2020 victory. Its long demanding par-4s and punishing rough have humbled virtually every champion.
Signature Hole
18th hole, par 4, 450 yards — a formidable uphill finisher to a heavily guarded amphitheater green
Notable Tournaments
- 1929 U.S. Open
- 1959 U.S. Open
- 1974 U.S. Open
- 1984 U.S. Open
- 2006 U.S. Open
- 2020 U.S. Open
- 1940 U.S. Amateur
- 1997 PGA Championship
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) public or private?
Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course)?
Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) was designed by A.W. Tillinghast and opened in 1923.
Where does Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) rank among the top golf courses in America?
Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) ranks #17 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 Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course)?
The signature hole at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) is the 18th hole, par 4, 450 yards — a formidable uphill finisher to a heavily guarded amphitheater green.