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Richter Park Golf Course
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Situated at the heart of Fairfield County, Richter Park Golf Course is situated along the West Lake Reservoir. The course has been ranked among not only the top ten golf courses in Connecticut but also as one of the top 25 public courses in the country. The course sprawls across more than 180 acres of gently rolling hills. Water has a prominent presence throughout, with the Reservoir bordering seven holes on the front nine and water hazards coming into play on a total of 14 holes. In addition to the water, there are a variety of elevation changes ranging from subtle to dramatic, which can make it a tough golf course to play your first time. Be prepared for a few blind shots. Richter Park's signature hole, the par-5 12th, is bordered by Boggs Pond. Your third shot will be over water to a bunkered green.
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Conditions4.4
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Value4.3
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Layout4.7
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Friendliness4.7
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Pace4.2
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Amenities4.5
Golfer Photos
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Take moment to enjoy the GREENs Photo submitted by PaladinGR1 on 07/12/2025
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Photo submitted by sunny1959 on 10/20/2022
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Photo submitted by sunny1959 on 10/20/2022
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Photo submitted by u044688050 on 07/12/2022
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Photo submitted by kenygolf on 10/23/2021
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Photo submitted by u000001261715 on 09/25/2020
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12th hole Photo submitted by PJCdude on 04/17/2020
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14th hole Photo submitted by PJCdude on 04/17/2020
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5th hole Photo submitted by PJCdude on 04/17/2020
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2nd hole Photo submitted by PJCdude on 04/17/2020
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Richter's iconic 12th hole in April Photo submitted by u784867660 on 04/10/2019
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Photo submitted by okulaman on 08/02/2017
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1st Tee Photo submitted by brooksgolfer on 10/20/2016
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Richter Park during fall foliage Photo submitted by dplevin11 on 10/05/2013
Golfer Reviews
Always a test and a pleasure!
Always a pleasure to play here. Scenic course with fair but challenging layout. Doglegs that test your skill and focus. Greens and fairways in surprisingly good shape this early in the season.
Slow play
Ended up stopping after nine holes 2:40 min to play the front
Side on a cold windy day. Greens still need some work.
Play this course !
Found a Sunday 4 pm rate for $35; can't beat it. I drove an hour on short notice to play Richter, and glad I did. Can't wait to go back. If it's your 1st time here, you'll need some local knowledge due to many blind shots. Course gets a lot of play, a few bumps and marks near the pins, but overall a very well maintained muni. Highly recommend.
Simply my favorite course ever
Played last Fall and the foliage was awesome and fairways lush. Every hole is different. Amazing course layout. Can't wait to get back there.
one of the finest public courses in the NY/NJ/Connecticut area
I hadn't played Richter Park for the better part of 20 years, and I had forgotten what an interesting, and often beautiful, layout it was. And even playing from the white tees (approx 6,300 yards), the track played tough. And after a full summer of play, Richter was in great shape, with reasonable levels of sand in the bunkers.
I should also note that the staff, particularly the Director of Golf, was extremely helpful and welcoming, an attribute that will bring me back. Very high marks to all and I'll be back as soon as I can.
