Best Public Golf Courses in the Litchfield Hills & Naugatuck Valley

This 9-hole executive course is ideal for beginners, women, and children – and a great place to work on your short game or when you have limited time (a round can be played in less than two hours).

Founded in 2005, this is the newest track in Connecticut, featuring luxurious greens that roll true and fast. Cut out from the Naugatuck Forest, this top-rated course provides isolation on each hole, allowing you to take in the beauty of nature as you play.

Connecticut's only 18-hole par 3 facility lighted for night play has a simple philosophy: be the best par 3 golf course in the state and beyond, providing a challenging yet enjoyable golf experience, no matter what your ability.

Open since 1932, this beautiful track still shows much the same character as the classic course designs of the period. Redesigned in 2007 by Stephen Kay, the course challenges golfers of all skill levels while remaining very accessible for the walking player.

Open for play since 1960, this course is known for its rolling terrain, immaculate greens, and beautiful vistas. Renovated in 2007 by Stephen Kay, the addition of bunkers and other design changes improved playability.

This course provides an unparalleled golfing experience and is a pleasure to play for golfers of any skill level. Test your accuracy on the fairways, around water hazards, and sand traps – everything you need to challenge yourself and improve your game is right here.

Opened in 1920, this 9-hole course atop Southington Mountain features beautiful views of Apple Valley and Meriden and Avon mountains, with mature trees lining the fairways. Expect uneven lies on the hilly terrain; the small greens are well-manicured and fast (additional tees for playing eighteen holes).

Designed by Al Zikorus in the mid-1950s, this challenging 9-hole course features a picturesque layout nestled in the scenic Litchfield Hills, with Butternut Brook weaving throughout. Players can expect to use every club in the bag and be tested on generous fairways with uneven lies, changes in elevation, and undulating putting surfaces.

An 18-hole Championship course, this gem boasts breathtaking views and “the 2nd best greens in the state,” as voted by CT Golfers – sure to satisfy any player seeking a real challenge.

The only golf course in Torrington, this track provides a welcoming atmosphere and a challenging golfing experience for players of every ability on 18 beautifully maintained holes.