Newport National

[cbaldell]

Has anyone played recently? What type of condition is it in? Thanks in advance!

[Couloirman]

I just played 18 there yesterday. Course is in awesome and FAST shape. The greens somewhat, but even moreso the fairways. Hitting some LONG drives with great roll. This was my first time playing there and I had a ton of fun. Will definitely go back. It's a shame they don't allow you to walk the course though. I'd be happy paying the same price including paying for a cart and just not using it. I never play as well in a cart as when walking. It's like getting in and driving takes me out of my rhythm. Oh well, I digress. The course is great and go play it asap.

[JiBlanc]

Played 18 there last week. Was my first time playing it and it was in phenomenal shape. If you book within 3 days of playing it is $75 including a cart. Great price and was a fast round considering its a summer destination. Has a private course feel. Enjoy!

[Imp]

No walking in summer. Spring and Fall, walking is OK... but it's a LONG walk. I wouldn't be against a 'no walk' policy, if only everyone had their own carts. Many times, I've seen the no walk policy backfire as they all go to one ball, then the other across the fairway instead of dropping off and then going to your own ball.

 

--kC

[YoMikeT]

Played here end of July on a Sunday and the course was in great condition. Something to keep in mind is the wind. There was 2-3MPH wind the day I played. On course the wind was around 10-15MPH. Know someone who played the Friday before I played and they were dealing with 30-40MPH gusts all day.

[cbaldell]

Thanks everyone! Great feedback. I'll be headed down there in October.