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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.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 71 | 6547 yards | 72.3 | 135 |
| White | 71 | 6119 yards | 70.0 | 132 |
| Gold | 71 | 5335 yards | 67.0 | 112 |
| Gold (W) | 71 | 5335 yards | 71.8 | 126 |
| Red | 71 | 4922 yards | 69.5 | 121 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 71.3/130 | 398 | 518 | 183 | 430 | 174 | 413 | 526 | 359 | 344 | 3345 | 185 | 387 | 527 | 161 | 417 | 342 | 580 | 165 | 438 | 3202 | 6547 |
| White M: 69.2/128 | 372 | 495 | 150 | 386 | 170 | 387 | 508 | 337 | 308 | 3113 | 160 | 367 | 479 | 142 | 395 | 319 | 570 | 152 | 422 | 3006 | 6119 |
| Gold M: 65.9/115 W: 70.4/122 | 350 | 447 | 137 | 301 | 100 | 333 | 367 | 300 | 300 | 2635 | 142 | 340 | 442 | 120 | 377 | 263 | 484 | 130 | 402 | 2700 | 5335 |
| Red M: 63.7/113 W: 68.3/119 | 319 | 390 | 132 | 301 | 100 | 333 | 367 | 244 | 246 | 2432 | 120 | 290 | 430 | 120 | 292 | 263 | 462 | 111 | 402 | 2490 | 4922 |
| Handicap | 9 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 2 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 7 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 8 |
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Reviewer 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
Excellent shape but a little attitude
Fabulous shape for mid June. Tee to green not much to criticize. Starter has attitude, a few on course lectures on the cart paths by a local who thinks it’s his private club. Will be back.
One of my favorite courses
Very nice course, Lots of water so bring extra balls. The round included a small bucket of range balls. I wish i wasnt so far from course but well worth it. The staff are very friendly.
Beautiful course. Excellent staff.
Located on a series of lakes/reservoirs the views are stunning. For a public track it is a great place to play. The staff is so friendly and helpful. The restaurant is excellent. All in all a wonderful experience.
Great Course and Experience But Old Challenges Linger
I love this course and it is a great experience with a great staff and facilities. However, the 15th (4) and 16th (5) holes are still in difficult condition and poor drainage makes play very difficult. This is a lingering problem from many years ago and needs to be attended to, Also the rough overall was over-grown and the cut was inconsistent on many holes. This made for unexpected problems and added a stroke each time it was encountered..
Slower pace of play but nice course
Nice course but over priced for all what you get should be like $65. Ot $85 course and forget weekend play
Course was good the T boxes alittle annoying had humps wasn’t flat but it’s the beginning of the season which we alll understood. The guy in pro shop when we checked in was very nice friendly the restaurant after the round was also awesome it was just the T boxes which was the problem but like I said it’s the beginning of the season and next time we play there it will be much better. But absolutely I and the guys that were in my party will be back to play here again
The course was in very good condition, staff was very friendly.
Pace of play
It took FIVE HOURS to play this round. The foursome that was 2 groups ahead of us had three holes open in front of them. There was a ranger cruising around the course, but he apparently didn’t say anything to the foursome. Very frustrating.
