Wilkes-Barre Golf Club

Wilkes-Barre Golf Club is a 18-hole public golf course in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, designed by Geoffrey Cornish and built in 1967. Green fees run $20.00 on weekdays and $24.00 on weekends. The layout features Winter Rye fairways and Bent Grass greens, 61-70 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open apr 15 to nov 15, first tee time at 7:00 AM, metal spikes allowed. The course handles approximately 33,000 rounds per year, serving the local Wilkes Barre golf community. Wilkes-Barre Golf Club welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.

Contact Details

1001 Fairway Dr
Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania 18702
570-472-3590
golfclub@epix.net

Course Information

Course CityWilkes Barre
Course CountyLuzerne
Course StatePennsylvania
Course ClassificationPublic
Course Built1967
Course Annual Rounds33,000
Course SeasonApr 15 to Nov 15
Course ManagerJerry Davis
Course Club ProJerry Davis
Course SuperintendantGreg Mc Elhan
Course Guest PolicyOpen
Course DesignerGeoffrey Cornish
Course Shop Hours6:00 AM / N/A
Course Dress CodeCollared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK
Course Weekend Fees$24.00
Course Weekday Fees$20.00
Course Tee ReservationAccepted
Course Earliest Tee Time7:00 AM
Course Holes18
Course GreenBent Grass
Course FairwayWinter Rye
Course Water HazardYes
Course Bunker61-70
Course Metal SpikeAllowed
Course Greens AeratedApril September
Course OverseedingSeptember/Open
Course Five-somesNot Allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to play at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club?

It costs $24.00 to play at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club on the weekend and $20.00 to play on weekdays.

What is the grass type used on the course?

The grass type used on the greens at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Winter Rye.

What is the dress code at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club?

The dress code at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club is Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK.

How many rounds of golf are played at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club each year?

There are an estimated 33,000 rounds of golf played at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club each year.

Does Wilkes-Barre Golf Club have water hazards?

Yes, there are water hazards on the Wilkes-Barre Golf Club course.

Does Wilkes-Barre Golf Club have sand bunkers?

Yes, there are 61-70 sand bunkers located on the Wilkes-Barre Golf Club course.

When are the greens aerated at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club?

Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Wilkes-Barre Golf Club are aerated in April and September.