Bethpage State ParkAbout Bethpage State Park
Bethpage State Park is a large state park on Long Island, New York, known primarily for its public golf complex that includes multiple 18-hole courses. The park’s most famous layout is the championship-grade Black Course, alongside four other public courses.
Golfers use the park for tournament and recreational play; the complex includes practice facilities, a driving range, and clubhouse services. The combination of multiple courses in a single public facility makes it a major regional golfing destination.
The park occupies a significant parcel within the Town of Oyster Bay on Long Island and serves both local residents and visitors from the New York metropolitan area.
- Public championship course: One of the few public golf facilities in the U.S. with a championship-grade course open to the general public.
- Facilities: Park includes driving ranges, practice facilities, and pro shop services typical of a large state-run golf complex.
What to See#
- Black Course: The Black Course is a championship 18-hole course known for its difficulty and public accessibility; it has hosted major national tournaments.
- Five-course complex: Four additional public 18-hole courses named Red, Blue, Yellow and Green together form the park’s five-course complex and accommodate a range of skill levels.
Best Time to Visit Bethpage State Park
A large New York state park best known for its world-class golf courses - visit in spring through autumn for playable conditions and active course schedules.
Weather & Climate near Bethpage State Park
Bethpage State Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1075 mm/year), wettest in August, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -5° - 3° | -6° | 84 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -4° - 4° | -5° | 79 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 0° - 9° | 1° | 106 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 15° | 10° | 94 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 93 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 16° - 26° | 21° | 71 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 19° - 29° | 24° | 84 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 28° | 23° | 108 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 24° | 19° | 82 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 18° | 13° | 84 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 12° | 5° | 96 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 6° | -2° | 94 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Bethpage State Park
Bethpage State Park is in Farmingdale, Long Island. From Jamaica or Penn Station take the LIRR to Farmingdale (about 45-60 minutes) and then a short taxi or rideshare to the park (5-10 minutes). By car, access from Southern State Parkway or Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway with local signage to Quaker Meeting House Road.
Tips for Visiting Bethpage State Park
- Book tee times well in advance for premier courses like the Black Course, especially on weekends.
- If interested in the golf history, look for plaques and clubhouse displays about the course's design and PGA events.
- Check for practice-range closures before arrival - maintenance days are common in spring.