where is portland golf course west

What makes Portland West a great place to golf?

Portland Golf Course West | Portland, CT. Portland Golf West. Come join us for your next round of golf. See you soon! Please Call Pro Shop for Tee Time 860 342-6111 Thank you. Welcome to Portland Golf West. Twelve par-3’s and six par-4’s constitute a par 60 on this beautifully designed Zikorus layout. There are enough elevated tees and greens along with a variety of par-3 …

What is Portland Golf Course?

The 18-hole "Portland" course at the Portland Golf Course West facility in Portland, Connecticut features 4,012 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 60. The course rating is 60.5 and it has a slope rating of 100. Designed by Al Zikorus, the Portland golf course opened in 1985. Gerald D'Amora, PGA manages the course as the Golf Professional.

How many par 3s are there at Portland West?

PGC West is situated only about a mile east and uphill, however, from downtown Portland and a short distance from Route 66. Overall, this is a stellar executive track, and it’s the best of its kind in Connecticut, especially when you play the full eighteen.

What year was Portland West designed?

I played the back first, on Tuesday, and the front on Wednesday—both for the first time—and came away impressed each time. Portland was designed in 1985, the work of the ubiquitous (in Connecticut) Albert Zikorus. This is a modern American course in its broad outlines, but in the particulars a more classical design, especially around its green complexes. The par-4’s are characterized by flattish, tree-lined fairways (for the most part), but some intermittent, large water hazards will influence playing strategies. A sizeable percentage of the holes, most notably among the par-threes, are enlivened by moderately hilly terrain. The greens are classically shaped, contoured, and sized, though a few range to the larger end of the spectrum. Around them are found sudden drop-offs and strategically placed, often deep bunkers. One can see the influence of Mr. Zikorus’ mentor, Donald Ross, in the design of the slopes on these putting surfaces. Yet this is Ross-lite, without the severity of movement you will find on the greens of a course like Ross’ Shennecossett (at Groton)—or Zikorus’ own Indian Springs in Middlefield.

Is Portland West par 60?

Portland West is an excellent par 60 executive course. Perfect for a quick round, for walking, and especially for focusing on your short game. The 19th hole libations and food are much better than you might expect.