Long Island National
About Long Island National
Long Island National is a 18-hole golf course located in Town of Riverhead, New York (11901). The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and established in 1999. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,861 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Long Island National is one of the more challenging courses in New York, playing harder than 91% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,889 to 6,861 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
71
Length
6,861
Slope
142
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
130
NY Average
113
US Average
Based on 540 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 142 | 73.7 | 427 | 457 | 403 | 528 | 405 | 195 | 364 | 382 | 162 | 3323 | 516 | 179 | 314 | 345 | 229 | 389 | 466 | 485 | 615 | 3538 | 6,861 |
Hybrid | 136 | 72.8 | 392 | 426 | 403 | 528 | 405 | 159 | 364 | 382 | 162 | 3221 | 516 | 156 | 354 | 345 | 193 | 389 | 429 | 451 | 615 | 3448 | 6,669 |
Blue | 132 | 70.9 | 392 | 426 | 362 | 474 | 365 | 159 | 338 | 348 | 148 | 3012 | 481 | 156 | 314 | 310 | 193 | 334 | 429 | 451 | 556 | 3224 | 6,236 |
Blue/White | 130 | 69.4 | 355 | 401 | 362 | 429 | 365 | 159 | 338 | 348 | 148 | 2905 | 446 | 156 | 314 | 310 | 167 | 334 | 387 | 426 | 515 | 3055 | 5,960 |
White | 125 | 72.8 | 355 | 401 | 327 | 429 | 320 | 119 | 274 | 303 | 113 | 2641 | 446 | 134 | 279 | 280 | 167 | 328 | 387 | 426 | 515 | 2962 | 5,603 |
White | 122 | 67.5 | 355 | 401 | 327 | 429 | 320 | 119 | 274 | 303 | 113 | 2641 | 446 | 134 | 279 | 280 | 167 | 328 | 387 | 426 | 515 | 2962 | 5,603 |
Red/White | 121 | 71.0 | 323 | 334 | 327 | 429 | 320 | 119 | 274 | 303 | 105 | 2534 | 420 | 111 | 279 | 280 | 133 | 328 | 337 | 398 | 480 | 2766 | 5,300 |
Red | 118 | 69.0 | 323 | 334 | 298 | 396 | 296 | 85 | 218 | 263 | 105 | 2318 | 420 | 111 | 258 | 254 | 133 | 246 | 337 | 370 | 442 | 2571 | 4,889 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 8 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 11 | 17 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Long Island National offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,861 | 142 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Hybrid | 6,669 | 136 | 72.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,236 | 132 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 5,960 | 130 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,603 | 125 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
White | 5,603 | 122 | 67.5 | 20-30 |
Red/White | 5,300 | 121 | 71.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,889 | 118 | 69.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Long Island National
Long Island National features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Long Island National. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Long Island National a public or private golf course?expand_more
Long Island National is a public golf course located in Town of Riverhead, NY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Long Island National have?expand_more
Long Island National is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1999. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr..
What is the yardage at Long Island National?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Long Island National plays to 5,960 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,889 to 6,861 yards.
What is the slope rating at Long Island National?expand_more
The Black tees at Long Island National have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Long Island National?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Long Island National. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Long Island National?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Long Island National. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Long Island National offer?expand_more
Long Island National offers a pro shop.
Where is Long Island National located?expand_more
Long Island National is located at 1793 Northville Tnpk in Town of Riverhead, NY 11901. You can reach them at 516-727-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Long Island National?expand_more
Long Island National is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 91% 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 Long Island National?expand_more
Long Island National offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,861 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,889 yards, slope 118) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Long Island National?expand_more
Beginners at Long Island National should play the Red tees, which play 4,889 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Long Island National?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 125, rating 72.8) at Long Island National would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Long Island National?expand_more
A typical round at Long Island National 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.