15 South Ridge Road, Newry, Maine 4261, US
(800) 543-2754
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About Sunday River

Sunday River in Newry, Maine, is one of the state’s golf and ski meccas. It is a sprawling, year-round recreational paradise with multiple hotels and inns, restaurants and outdoor activities. The Grand Summit Hotel sits in the heart of the resort, while the Snow Cap Inn is just a short walk away from the slopes. The Jordan Hotel is the resort’s most upscale lodging and ideal for golfers, sitting adjacent to the Sunday River Golf Club. Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed the golf course across dramatic elevation changes through the backwoods of the Sunday River Valley. Mountain biking, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, scenic chair lift rides and discovering swimming holes in Sunday River and the Androscoggin River are other perfect summer pursuits. The Sunday River Outfitters offer courses in kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and archery. The Jordan Spa, Gem Theater, Maine Mineral and Gem Museum and River Lanes Bowling are available when the rain or cooler temperatures come.

Facts

Price Range$$, $$$
Property Class★★★
Acres870
Year Opened1959
Number of Units100-300

Amenities

RestaurantsBar, Casual
Room TypesRoom, Suite
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Sunday River

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
92 Reviews (92)
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Sunday River is fun!

The course is worth the money and drive from Portland.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Sunday River Golf Delivers !

Another wonderful day at Sunday river golf course, Beautiful early September afternoon, Fairways & greens in very good condition. Course green and lush . Got around in 3:45 min . Staff friendly as always. Already looking forward to my next round at Sunday River GC !

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 58
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Sunday River Golf Course

The course is in fantastic shape. The fairways were in great shape. The undulating greens were fast rolled nice. All the holes are different with different challenges. You have lots of opportunities to donate a few balls which I did. Outstanding views on all the holes.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Sunday River Conditions

The tees at most holes were in ok shape. A few tees are not level and had bare spots but overall it was acceptable.

The greens were in decent shape but running slow, probably around 8 / 8.5 on the stimp meter. The bunkers need lots of work. Just not enough sand.

Fairways had many bare spots on most holes but also acceptable. The course was wet even though we didn’t have any rain for 2 days before we played.

We teed off at 930 and played in 4 hours 15 minutes, not bad for a mountain course. It’s a good course for under $100, we paid $95. I wouldn’t pay over $100 even on weekends. Afternoon rounds are under $80, weekday.

So if you can play for under a $100, do it.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

You will not be disappointed

This was more than a round of golf. It was an experience. The course was in fantastic condition, and the balance between challenging yourself and playing it safe was obvious with each shot. The risk reward is so much fun. Each hole offers incredible views and am excited to return again and again. Highly recommended.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Reviews 58
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Sunday River Golf

What a beautiful course! The views are amazing (I wish I could day the same about my game...lol). The course was in great shape. Tee boxes are level and very nice. Some of the views are spectacular. The fairways and greens are in great shape. The grass is long in the rough which I found out a few times but a great challenge. We will be back in a month and play the course a few times again. We played the course in 3 hours and 20 min. We... we'll I should say I donated a few balls to the woods as a token of my appreciation...lol She did not and let me know it. I would definitely recommend the course.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Breathtaking Scenic Views

Sunday River golf club is one of the best courses that I've played in the state of Maine. The scenic views are amazing and would be a YouTubers delight. I played 18 holes with my son and never ran into one other golfer on the course. The way this course is set up every hole is very secluded. The fairways are like taking divets out of Moon Sand with luscious well maintained Short Grass on top. With the high altitude layout of the course, I was hitting my golf balls about 20 yards further than I do on the lower altitude courses that make up most of Maine. We had such an amazing time and the staff was very friendly I would recommend to everyone!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 23
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Always worth the trip

Sunday River Golf Club is a beautiful and challenging course that was in excellent condition during my visit. The fairways were lush, and the greens rolled well even though they had recently been verticut. Every hole is very picturesque, making for a memorable round. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, especially the young guy managing the carts and driving range. My only critique is that the small range bucket felt a bit skimpy for the price charged. Overall, though, it’s a fantastic golf experience that I’d highly recommend.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Mountain treat

My wife and I played this course while in the area. It was a wonderful course. The views are amazing and beautiful. The course was in great shape and greens rolled good.

The young man behind the counter was very nice and told us a little ins and outs of the course.

Overall a great time.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 6
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Don’t miss this course!

The staff at the golf club exemplifies excellence, much like the breathtaking mountain vistas. Each hole on the course provides a panoramic view of the Maine mountains, complemented by the staff's friendly smiles and gracious welcomes. The greens are meticulously maintained, and the fairways demonstrate a commitment to exceptional care and grooming. This course is a top recommendation for visitors to Maine, and the beautiful deck offering 19th hole refreshments is a perfect spot to unwind and take in the view.

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Recommended
Played

Beautiful!!

First time playing at Sunday River. Course is wonderful and the views are beautiful. One of the nicest courses I’ve played on. Great experience!!!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

1st time playing the RIVAH…and can’t wait to go back!

Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

One of the best golf experiences ever!

Coming from Pinehurst I was thoroughly impressed with this course, the staff, and the course design. I have played a lot of courses and this was one of the most enjoyable experiences I have ever had on a golf course. Can’t beat the views on every single hole! Overall highly recommend! Only thing to know ahead of time is you may not have cell phone service much which in my opinion was a great thing.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great Views and Wonderful staff

There's a good reason this is rated the best course in Maine - it has spectacular views, challenging holes and great staff.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Save your $

Had high expectations for this place and disregarded previous reviews. We show up and get charged $150, not a huge deal playing a “top” course in the state on a Sat AM. Also they charge you $7 for 20 golf balls if you want to get a warm up in.

Holes 1-5 had just been aerated, no one at the course could give actually tell me when they were punched, but that they should be good in a week or so.

Holes 6-18, ok nice no punches and we can finally start rolling the ball. NOPE, these things are some of she shaggiest greens I’ve played on all year, running equivalent to a semi tightly mowed fringe area.

Fairway grass was border line first cut rough at other premier courses in NE. It’s too bad cause the layout is nice, but the property the course sits on is way too big. Which does cause major headaches when trying to get mowers out to certain spots of the course.

Then you finish your round and try to grab a bite to eat and a couple drinks you’re in another $70. I think it’s $12/$13 for a Maine Lunch & $23 for a turkey club (before the bacon!). Servers were great and attentive though.

Do what you want with that info, as someone who plays 100+ rounds a year. This place definitely ain’t “it”’

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
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