Course Description
The Penobscot Valley Country Club is a beautifully maintained golf course that features 18 distinctive holes, each one presenting a unique challenge to cultivate every golfer’s skill set. Designed by the renowned Donald Ross in 1923, the course incorporates natural, rolling terrain with strategically placed bunkers and stunning, matured trees. Golfers can also appreciate the course’s superior par-72 layout and the demanding yet fair greens that have become a Ross signature. This championship course is also notable for its fully stocked pro shop and practice facilities, including a driving range and putting green.
Area Information
Penobscot Valley Country Club is located at 366 Main St, Orono, Maine. The town of Orono offers a quaint, small-town feel and is home to the prestigious University of Maine, adding to the cultural and academic atmosphere of the area.
Nearby Attractions
Aside from golf, visitors can explore popular local attractions like the Collins Center for the Arts, Hudson Museum, and the Orono Bog Boardwalk. Consider taking a stroll along the Bangor City Forest trails or enjoy a brew tour at the Orono Brewing Company.
Travel Arrangements
The closest airport to the country club is Bangor International Airport, about a 15-minute drive away. Several lodging options exist in Orono and the nearby city of Bangor, including The Black Bear Inn and Conference Center, University Inn Academic Suites, and the Hilton Garden Inn Bangor.
Weather Patterns
Maine experiences a humid continental climate, with warm (at times hot) summers and cold, snowy winters. Golfers can expect the best playing conditions from May to October, with high temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F. Early fall offers the most picturesque views with the colorful autumn foliage.
Best Times to Play
The best time to play the Penobscot Valley Country Club course is generally in the summer months when the weather is at its peak, particularly from June to August. However, the autumn months (September and October) also offer stunning scenery with pleasant playing conditions.
Nearby Notable Courses
Other highly ranked golf courses close to Penobscot Valley Country Club include the Kebo Valley Club in Bar Harbor, Belgrade Lakes Golf in Belgrade, and the Sugarloaf Golf Club in Carrabassett Valley.