Cherry Valley Golf Course
Course at a glance
Cherry Valley Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Garden City, New York (11530). The course was designed by Devereux Emmet and opened in 1907. From the Gold tees, Cherry Valley Golf Course plays to 6,658 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,481 to 6,658 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 72.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 74% of rated golf courses in New York. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Cherry Valley Golf Course.
About Cherry Valley Golf Course
Cherry Valley Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Garden City, New York (11530). The course was designed by Devereux Emmet and established in 1907. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,658 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 72.2.
Walking is permitted.
Cherry Valley Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in New York for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,481 to 6,658 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in New York typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,658
Slope
134
Rating
72.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
130
NY Average
113
US Average
Based on 527 rated courses in New York
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 134 | 72.2 | 280 | 439 | 550 | 415 | 187 | 371 | 455 | 588 | 207 | 3492 | 496 | 295 | 348 | 230 | 377 | 383 | 416 | 176 | 445 | 3166 | 6,658 |
Gold/Blue | 136 | 71.7 | 283 | 525 | 556 | 418 | 192 | 348 | 444 | 540 | 200 | 3506 | 494 | 300 | 342 | 214 | 378 | 380 | 398 | 177 | 431 | 3114 | 6,620 |
BlueWomen's | 137 | 77.9 | 271 | 534 | 535 | 408 | 174 | 349 | 438 | 543 | 193 | 3445 | 481 | 286 | 338 | 214 | 369 | 374 | 399 | 158 | 429 | 3048 | 6,493 |
BlueMen's | 130 | 71.4 | 271 | 534 | 535 | 408 | 174 | 349 | 438 | 543 | 193 | 3445 | 481 | 286 | 338 | 214 | 369 | 374 | 399 | 158 | 429 | 3048 | 6,493 |
Blue/White | 127 | 70.8 | 270 | 494 | 531 | 401 | 176 | 317 | 425 | 481 | 181 | 3276 | 475 | 286 | 324 | 198 | 367 | 365 | 384 | 153 | 412 | 2964 | 6,240 |
WhiteMen's | 126 | 70.0 | 265 | 509 | 515 | 386 | 162 | 316 | 418 | 483 | 184 | 3238 | 468 | 277 | 326 | 195 | 358 | 369 | 385 | 145 | 419 | 2942 | 6,180 |
WhiteWomen's | 133 | 75.8 | 260 | 494 | 511 | 383 | 161 | 317 | 409 | 481 | 181 | 3197 | 453 | 270 | 324 | 198 | 347 | 365 | 384 | 138 | 412 | 2891 | 6,088 |
Red | 126 | 72.2 | 252 | 401 | 445 | 371 | 149 | 306 | 330 | 387 | 173 | 2814 | 440 | 260 | 273 | 162 | 338 | 303 | 372 | 118 | 401 | 2667 | 5,481 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cherry Valley Golf Course offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,658 | 134 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Gold/Blue | 6,620 | 136 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,493 | 137 | 77.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,493 | 130 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,240 | 127 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,180 | 126 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
White | 6,088 | 133 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,481 | 126 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Cherry Valley Golf Course
Cherry Valley Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Cherry Valley Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cherry Valley Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Cherry Valley Golf Course is a public golf course located in Garden City, NY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cherry Valley Golf Course have?expand_more
Cherry Valley Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1907. The course was designed by Devereux Emmet.
What is the yardage at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Cherry Valley Golf Course plays to 6,240 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,481 to 6,658 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
The Gold tees at Cherry Valley Golf Course have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 72.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Cherry Valley Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.cherryvalleyclub.com/ or call 516-741-1980 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Cherry Valley Golf Course offer?expand_more
Cherry Valley Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Cherry Valley Golf Course located?expand_more
Cherry Valley Golf Course is located at 28 Rockaway Avenue in Garden City, NY 11530. You can reach them at 516-741-1980.
What is the difficulty level at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Cherry Valley Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 74% of golf courses in New York. The average slope rating in New York is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Cherry Valley Golf Course offers 8 tee sets. Gold tees (6,658 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,481 yards, slope 126) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Cherry Valley Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,481 yards with a slope of 126. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue/White tees (slope 127, rating 70.8) at Cherry Valley Golf Course would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Cherry Valley Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Cherry Valley Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.