Mornings bring cool air and the clang of clubs outside the Victorian stone lodge. Below the porch, fog wanders off the lake while groups gather for early tee times and hot coffee streams in the dining room.
What to Expect:
⛳ Mountain 18-hole course that rewards accuracy over distance
🪨 Up-and-down terrain, stone outcrops, and a mix of wooded and open holes
🏠 Classic clubhouse and broad porches with Shawangunk ridge views
🥚 Breakfast and lunch options just steps from the first tee
🏌️♂️ Resort guests book tee times; limited public play on select weekdays
Important Information:
✔ Tee times required, with preference for hotel guests
✔ Walking and carts available—call ahead to reserve a cart during peak
✔ Historic property with partial ADA accessibility—call for cart details
✔ Resort dress code: collared shirts, no denim
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🌄 Early Start: First-light tee times (before 8:00 AM) mean smooth fairways and crisp air without the afternoon breeze.
🚩 Mountain Breaks: On the green, reads always bend toward the lake—expect subtle breaks even on what looks flat.
🍂 Shoulder Season: Late October brings bursts of foliage and fewer guests—just watch for leaf cover off the fairway.
☁️ Mist Rolling: Mold creeps onto the greens after heavy rain—best to play mid-morning for truest rolls.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Golfers are drawn to the scenery and the quiet pace of play—fairways trace along ridge lines and around pockets of old trees. Greens can play surprisingly quick given the mountain air and are kept consistent. Layout rewards accuracy over muscle, with plenty of elevation changes and the Shawangunks for company. Many call out a memorable setting and the historic charm of the lodge, but some wish for upgrades to clubhouse facilities or smoother operations for outside guests. Staff are generally described as helpful and landscape maintenance shows. The on-site grill serves up standard breakfast and mid-round plates—nothing fancy but fits the workmanlike feel.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
