Courtesy of Jon Cavalier
Courtesy of Jon Cavalier
Courtesy of Jon Cavalier
Courtesy of Jon Cavalier
Courtesy of Jon Cavalier
Courtesy of Jon Cavalier
Eastward Ho!
Overview
Herbert Fowler's most engaging 18-hole design out on Cape Cod. Routed on an isthmus in the Atlantic, with each nine looping out and back along the ocean’s edge, the course’s rugged topography was splendidly used to pose challenges in stance, lie and depth perception. It’s now golf’s equivalent of a spine-tingling, neck-twisting roller coaster ride along a waterfront. If you come upon a flat lie at Eastward Ho!, it’s likely a tee box.
About
Awards
Second 100 Greatest: Ranked since 2013.
2023-'24 ranking: 102nd.
Previous ranking: 128th.
Highest ranking: 102nd, current.
Best in State: Ranked inside the top 5, 1997, 2009. Ranked seventh, 2015-'22. Ranked ninth, 2011-'14. Ranked inside the top 10, 1989-'91, 1995, 1999-2003. Ranked inside the top 15, 2007.
Current ranking: 7th.
Panelists
Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES
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Reviews
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“Windswept course with dramatic elevation changes that are not normally found in a seaside setting. One of the strongest tests in Massachusetts that is worth a visit if you get the invite."
Read More2024
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“Simply spectacular! Eastward Ho! is as scenic as any course on the East Coast. Although the course is on the shorter sider, the wind, false fronts, and deep bunkers create a challenge."
Read More2023
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“A short course by today's standards. Elevation changes, tall fescue, bunkers fairways and green side are features to avoid but when the wind is up the short course becomes far more difficult. Good views of the sea."
Read More2023
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“What a unique, dramatic and bold piece of land that Eastward Ho! occupies, and what a brilliant routing created by Herbert Fowler on this incredible piece of land. Every hole on property works its way through, around and over glacial-moraine carved hills, bowls and dunes, creating outstanding distinctiveness and variety. Views of nearby Pleasant Bay are jaw-dropping. A real privilege to play."
Read More2023
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“Because of the width of the place, the undulating fairways, the weather (wind!), I get the sense you will never play two rounds at Eastward Ho! that are alike."
Read More2022
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“A beautiful and wildly fun course on Cape Cod, Eastward Ho! is one of the best courses in New England and one of the most underrated in the US. With breathtaking views for much of the course and wonderful recent tree removal, this is a course everyone will enjoy at just over 6400 yards from the Back Tees. After a slow start, the course really picks up on the 3rd hole with the remaining front 9 being world class. On the back 9, the 14th, 15th, and 18th holes also play on the water and are quite memorable. I highly recommend Eastward Ho!"
Read More2022
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“A must-play if you can get to it. One of the most interesting pieces of land I've ever seen a golf course on. Wildly undulating while also a gorgeous setting. Some really fun, unique holes and an awesome laid-back, old school vibe."
Read More2019
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“This is an amazing course on Cape Cod. The rolling terrain and the views of the water make this course an amazing place to play golf. The history of this golf course includes Bobby Jones and Francis Ouimet. When you pull into the parking lot and look up the hill at the beautiful clubhouse, you know you are someplace special. The clubhouse dates back to the 1920s and has one of the best views from a restaurant/bar in the country. Once you start playing the course, you encounter sloping fairways and old-school greens with severe slopes typically from front to back. The fescue grasses, well placed bunkers, and incredible views make this course great."
Read More2018
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“Wonderful old style golf course on Cape Cod. Little to no dirt was moved in the construction of this very up and down design. A little bit quirky at times but it only adds to a VERY enjoyable day of golf."
Read More2018
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“Rollicking, roller coaster terrain and golf course. Fabulous summer Cape experience and atmosphere. No special trip needed to visit here, but if you are invited, definitely take up the offer. The relentless wind makes me wonder how fun this course would be to play everyday."
Read More2018
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