Water Gap Country Club And Resort

About

Wolf Hollow at Water Gap Country Club is a located on the Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania. We have a golf course, hotel, restaurant, and banquet hall.

Story

History

Historic Wolf Hollow at Water Gap Country Club is a located on the Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania. The facility and golf course hosted the original Eastern Open which was a PGA championship event between 1926-1928.

Tucked away and along the Appalachian Trail quietly amid breathtaking views awaits 24 finely appointed guest rooms and suites overlooking 160 acres of unspoiled land. Surrounded by extraordinary mountain backdrops and picturesque views, each room has been designed to provide the ultimate escape from the everyday. Modern amenities and supreme comfort are perfectly paired with an historic inspired décor for the ideal setting for rest and relaxation.

So whether you want to spend the day relaxing at the outdoor pool, sitting on the patio to enjoy a meal, or teeing off on the historic course, Water Gap Country Club is here to welcome and service all you wishes.

The Course

It's not every day that you can play a scenic mountain course, built in the 1920's, that hosted a major tournaments played by so many legendary golfers. That's what you get at Water Gap Country Club, the historic course, located in the town of Delaware Water Gap, and the site of the Eastern Open in 1926-1928.


Rich in scenery and tradition, the links style course, designed by Robert White, the first president of the PGA, is extremely hilly. While not long by today's standards, the hills produce many uphill shots that add at least 500 yards to the actual measured distance. The historic Wolf Hollow course is a shot-makers course. You'll have the opportunity for some big drives, with clean approach shots to the undulating greens. Mishit shot have severe penalties that make a golfers aim away from some flags at the center of the green. The poa/bent grass greens are fast, but true and typically run at about a 10.

The par 72 course plays 6,237 yards from the tips, with only two par fives and seven short par fours, less than 350 yards. There are three shorter tee areas, so the course is accessible to all levels of play.

The signature hole is #4; a 120 yard par-3 nicknamed Hagen's Folly, after thein-famous 11 Walter Hagen scored in the Eastern Open back in the 1920's. The 120 yard par three, which plays from an elevated tee to an elevated green, is only a pitch shot away. If you overshoot the green, you're liable to drop 45' down the hill, producing a recovery shot that even Walter Hagen couldn't handle. You can avoid Hagen's demise by playing a safe tee shot to the middle of the green. The longs holes are #6, a 418 yard par-4 that is uphill, so it plays 50 yards longer. You'll need driver and a fairway wood to reach the undulating green. The 10th is a 568 par-5 with a sloping fairway that demands length and accuracy to keep your ball in play.

The Pro Shop

Our pro shop at Water Gap Country Club is a state of the art Nike Golf Concept Shop, the only one within 80 miles in the state of PA. With top end fitting equipment, launch monitor and a indoor golf simulator, our shop is a step above the rest. We are running daily specials and our prices will beat any name brand store in the market. If you have interest in new equipment, give us a call, you won't be disappointed!

Golf Lessons and Instructions

Our head golf professional Dustin McCormick, offers lessons and clinics to golfers of all abilities. His method varies from student to student. "I take their original swing and build on it.", says Dustin.

Individual and group lessons are offered, with a variety of clinics for men, women, seniors, and juniors held throughout the summer.

Lessons are offered on the driving range and putting green, with 9 hole playing lessons also available.

If you're looking to improve your game, Dustin McCormick can help. A talented player and teacher, he offers students expert instruction in all areas of the game.