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Friar's Head

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Baiting Hollow, NY · Founded 2003

Friar's Head is a private golf club in Baiting Hollow, New York, designed by Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw in 2003. The club has 18 holes, a par of 71, a course rating of 74.4, a slope of 140. The average member handicap is 13.6 with 40% single-digit players.

Coore & Crenshaw discovered dramatic blufftop terrain on Long Island's North Shore and created their most sculpturally ambitious American design. The walking-only routing transitions from meadowland to clifftop holes with views across Long Island Sound.

Scorecard

7,041 yardsRating 74.7Slope 142

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Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Tot
Par	4	5	4	3	4	4	5	3	4	36	3	5	3	4	5	4	4	3	4	35	71
Back	373	570	498	228	323	424	533	169	393	3,511	208	608	197	492	533	485	402	150	455	3,530	7,041
Composite	360	562	480	220	315	395	504	160	385	3,381	200	545	185	484	525	458	382	145	448	3,372	6,753
Member	355	530	440	185	310	380	490	155	355	3,200	180	500	185	460	495	420	375	145	395	3,155	6,355
Short	320	520	425	180	300	360	470	130	340	3,045	175	500	170	440	455	395	370	140	385	3,030	6,075
Forward	273	462	336	147	244	312	381	104	290	2,549	137	483	128	383	398	362	313	115	301	2,620	5,169
Short	320	520	425	180	300	360	470	130	340	3,045	175	500	170	440	455	395	370	140	385	3,030	6,075
Hdcp	9	7	1	13	15	3	5	17	11		16	12	14	2	10	8	6	18	4

Membership Information

Membership Types

invitation-only

Member Profile

Competitive

13.6

Avg Handicap

Median Handicap14

Handicap Distribution

ScratchSingle digitTeens20+

Single-digit players40%

Gender split67% M / 33% F

Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.

About Friar's Head

The design team's minimalist philosophy reaches full expression here, with holes that appear carved by wind and weather rather than machinery. Coore & Crenshaw used the dramatic elevation changes and native fescue grasses to create a course that feels both ancient and timeless. The routing's genius lies in how it builds toward the spectacular clifftop finish, with each hole contributing to a cumulative emotional crescendo rarely achieved in modern course design.

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Key Facts

Friar's Head is located in Baiting Hollow, New York.
Club type: private.
Course architect: Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw.
Year founded: 2003.
Number of holes: 18.
Par: 71.
Course rating: 74.4.
Slope rating: 140.
Average member handicap: 13.6.
Single-digit handicap players: 40%.
GHIN-registered members: 15.
Membership types: invitation-only.
Alister Index score: 85/100.

Frequently Asked Questions About Friar's Head

How do I join Friar's Head?

Friar's Head is a private golf club offering invitation-only membership. Contact the club directly for current membership availability and application procedures.

What is the initiation fee at Friar's Head?

Contact Friar's Head directly for current membership fee information, including initiation fees and annual dues.

Who designed Friar's Head?

Friar's Head was designed by Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw. The course was established in 2003. It features 18 holes.

Where is Friar's Head located?

Friar's Head is located at 3000 Sound Ave, Baiting Hollow, NY 11901. You can reach the club by phone at (631) 722-5200. Visit their website for directions and additional contact information.

What amenities does Friar's Head offer?

Contact Friar's Head directly for information about available amenities and facilities.