A Long-Standing Tradition
Experience NY Public Golf at It’s Finest
In the 1870s, Port Washington became an important sand-mining town; it had the largest sandbank east of the Mississippi River and easy barge access to Manhattan. Some 140 million cubic yards of local sand were used for concrete for skyscrapers in New York City (including the Empire State and Chrysler buildings), in addition to the New York City Subway.
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In 1998, the sand mines were redeveloped as Harbor Links Golf Course. Golf course designer Michael Hurdzan and his team excavated pits and opened the par-72 Championship Course near the end of July 1998 and was followed later that year by the nine-hole Executive Course.Â
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Hurdzan left Long Island and the residents of the Town of North Hempstead with a challenging golf course that stands out as one of the region’s most unique golfing options. Tees and greens hover on plateaus built along the tall, once-sandy bluff left over from the property’s mining days. Fairways curl around rejuvenated wetlands. Rocky features are more American Southwest than North Shore. (One hole is aptly named “Arizona.”).
18 Hole Championship Course
Harbor Links 18-hole Championship Golf Course has best been described by Powers Golf Guide, which is quoted below: “The 18 hole championship course is built on a reclaimed sand mine against the water… Some interesting features: a bluff was stabilized with teeing areas that step up the slope; three holes have split fairways allowing a choice off the tee and entry to the greens; holes 12 &13 sit on an area that was used for tailings from the mine and look very similar to a western course. Hurdzan has again paid his respects to the environment by working around wetlands, adding tall fescues, habitat boxes for birds and generally letting the original features guide him. The latest turf grasses were used on fairways, greens, and rough…”
– Powers Golf Guide
Course Designer: Dr. Michael Hurdzan        Built: 1998
Course features: Links-style golf course build on a reclaimed sand mine adjacent to water, Bentgrass tees and greens.
About the Designer: The nationally renowned golf course designer Dr. Michael Hurdzan designed Harbor Links. Dr. Hurdzan is internationally recognized as the authority on golf course environmental issues.  In 1997, Dr. Hurdzan was named the Golf World Magazine’s “Architect of the Year.” Other Hurdzan designed courses include: Devils Pulpit and Devil Paintbrush in Ontario, named by Golf Digest as the Best New Courses in Canada in 1991 and 1992 respectively.
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The Lower Course
For many golfers, the nine-hole executive-styled course will be the primary golf outlet. A one of a kind on Long Island, this links styled course is a hidden gem. A comfortable setting for the beginner and still a challenge for the experienced golfer, the The Lower Course’ will surely leave you wanting to play it again!
The course is a par 31 and measures 1,668 to 1,460 yards.
The The Lower Course’ also is a walking golf course. While carts will be required during weekends on the Championship Course, this will not be the case on the The Lower Course’. Walking will be allowed at all times, while pull and motorized carts are available for rental.
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Welcome to The Sand Mine, the brand-new miniature golf course at Harbor Links Golf Course! Whether you’re here for some lighthearted competition with friends or a fun-filled outing with the family, The Sand Mine offers an unforgettable mini golf experience just steps from the Harbor.
Pricing
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$12 per round – Friday to Sunday & Holidays
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$10 per round – Monday to Thursday
Fee includes putter rental and ball.
2026 Golf Course Fees
Championship Course
| Â | Resident | Resident Sr./Jr. | Non-Resident |
| Monday – Thursday (walking rate)Â Â Friday* |
$47.38 $78.28 |
$30.90 $53.56/$78.28 |
$73.13 $113.30 |
| Saturday, Sunday & Holidays* |  Resident |  | Non-Resident |
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Open – 8 am |
$108.15 |
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$139.05 |
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 8 am – 11 am |
$103.00 |
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$128.75 |
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 11 am – 1 pm |
$97.85 |
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$108.15 |
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 1 pm – 3 pm |
$82.40 |
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$92.70 |
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 3 pm – 5 pm |
$66.95 |
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$77.25 |
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 5 pm – 6:30 pm |
$51.50 |
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$61.80 |
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 6:30 pm – Close |
$36.06 |
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$41.20 |
There are no reservation fees for the Weekend and Holidays
Cart Fees
$27.81 including tax per person for 18-hole Championship Course
*Mandatory cart fee is included in Fri., Sat., Sun., and Holiday Pricing
Twilight Rates Monday-Friday (There is no Twilight rate on Weekends and Holidays)
Carts are included in the Twilight Rates. Rates are for the 18-hole course only. Replay rates are equal to the twilight rates.
| Dates | Time | Rates | Â |
| Â | Â | Resident | Non-Resident |
| Open – May 21 | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | $46.35 | $56.65 |
| Â | After 5:00 pm | $32.96 | $43.26 |
| May 22 – Sept 7 | 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm | $46.35 | $56.65 |
| Â | After 6:30 pm | $32.96 | $36.05 |
| Sept 8 – Close | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | $46.35 | $56.65 |
| Â | After 5:00 pm | $32.96 | $43.26 |
All reservations must be made online, as we no longer take phone reservations.
The main reserver will be charged a $5.00 non-refundable reservation fee per golfer booked.Â
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The Lower Course
| Â | Resident | Resident Sr./Jr. | Non-Resident |
| Monday – Thursday | $18.54 | $16.48 | $21.63 |
| Fri. – Sun. & Holidays | $21.63 | $21.63 | $27.81 |
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Cart Fees
Pull Cart: $5.15 per person
Motorized Cart: $12.36 per person
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NO SHOW POLICY – If you fail to show up for a tee time, your credit card will be charged the resident rate for the day (weekday/weekend) times the amount of players in your group who also failed to show up. If the card is not valid your tee time privileges will be suspended until a valid card is supplied
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