Rip Van Winkle Country Club

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Palenville

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An old-style Catskill course where the mountains set the pace. Clubhouse meals and the sound of laughter drifting off the first tee.

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Rip Van Winkle Country Club

Palenville

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Classic Catskills golf, mountain views, hearty clubhouse meals, and genuine local hospitality at Rip Van Winkle Country Club in Palenville.

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Mornings start with mist clinging to the low fairways and a hum from the kitchen drifting through open windows. Wind stirs the pines and every green frames a stretch of the mountain wall.

What to Expect:

    ⛳ Classic 9-hole Donald Ross design with mountain views on every approach
    🍳 Restaurant and bar featuring hearty plates and plenty of regulars
    🏌️ Walking-friendly course layout; carts and rentals available
    🎉 Popular for weddings, events, and relaxed weekend gatherings
    🌄 Early morning and late day rounds light up the Catskill backdrop

Important Information:

    ✔ Tee times recommended, especially on weekends and holiday mornings
    ✔ Wheelchair-accessible clubhouse entrance and restrooms, flat terrain from parking to pro shop
    ✔ Standard golf attire; denim discouraged, collared shirts preferred
    ✔ Contact: (518) 678-9779; group outings coordinated through the pro shop

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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.

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Local Insights

🌅 Dawn Rounds: Tee off before 8:00 AM for empty fairways and quick greens before the breakfast crowd arrives.

💨 Mountain Breeze: Watch the wind on holes 5–7; it runs left to right, especially late afternoon.

🍔 Clubhouse Fare: Don't skip lunch—prime rib sandwiches and homemade pies are a hit post-round.

🪵 Twilight Value: Check for twilight rates after 4:00 PM; sunsets from the upper holes are classic Catskills.

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Saturday: 6:30 AM–7:00 PM

Sunday: 6:30 AM–7:00 PM

Best For

Early morning golf, locals' rounds, event dinners with a view

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3200 NY-23A
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Palenville
,
NY
12463

What folks are saying

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Golfers praise the well-kept greens—even on summer afternoons—framed by constant mountain views. Pace is relaxed, though weekend mornings fill up fast. Staff and owners are known for genuine hospitality, and the casual clubhouse menu is a favorite with regulars. Some mention waits during event weekends, but the friendly atmosphere and setting outweigh minor hold-ups.

Last updated on

October 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

9 holes; Par 36; Donald Ross design; Walk or cart; Restaurant & bar; Weddings & events; Practice green; Rentals.

Best TimeS TO visit

First-light tee times before 8:00 AM for pace and mountain views; late afternoons for quiet fairways and golden sunsets, especially midweek.
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