Course Level: Extremely Difficult

Farmingdale, New York

Bethpage Black

Par 71 • 7,468 Yards

Bethpage Black is one of America's most iconic - and most demanding - public golf courses. Known for its famous warning sign "The Black Course is An Extremely Dangerous Course", it's a true test of precision, power, and mental toughness. A U.S. Open and PGA Championship host.

Year Opened

1936

Course Architect

A.W. Tillinghast

Grass Type

Ryegrass & Poa Annua

Tournaments

Bethpage Black hosted the 2002 and 2009 U.S. Open, 2019 PGA Championship, and the 2025 Ryder Cup.

Playing Tips For Hole #1

On Bethpage Black's first tee, don't overswing off the tee–smooth and controlled is the move!

From warning signs to legendary rounds.

Bethpage Black

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