The early burst of warm weather brought sunny skies and Spring skiing and riding conditions to Stratton, but it also meant great things for golfers as well. Thanks to Mother Nature s glow, Stratton s 27-hole championship golf course opened on Monday morning, five days earlier than expected, a rare feat for an elevated mountain course.
Stratton has had a long tradition as a hotbed for summer golf. Designed by Geoffrey Cornish, the resort was a six-time stop on the LPGA Tour. Three different layouts (Mountain, Lake and Forest) will challenge golfers of all abilities, with picturesque views of Southern Vermont s highest peak. The fifth hole of the Mountain course is the longest Par 5 in Vermont at 621 yards from the blue tees. Stratton is one of only two public access courses in the state with more than 18 holes. Cedar Knoll in Hinesburg also has 27 holes.
Opening day golfer Mike Ciotti takes aim on the Lake Course at Stratton Mountain Resort (Photo: Stratton Mountain Resort)
Source: Stratton. 5.17.2010
Stratton's 27-hole championship golf course opens today
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