Walnut Lane Golf Course
| Walnut Lane Golf Course | |
|---|---|
| Type | Public golf course |
| Location | Germantown / East Falls |
| Coordinates | 40.0180,-75.1950 |
| Area | 68 acres |
| Established | 1940 |
| Operated by | Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
| Features | 18-hole golf course, driving range, clubhouse |
| Hours | Dawn to dusk (seasonal) |
| Transit | SEPTA Regional Rail to Wister; buses |
| Website | Official Site |
Walnut Lane Golf Course is a public 18-hole golf course in the Germantown / East Falls area, operated by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. The course provides affordable municipal golf in Northwest Philadelphia and has served generations of Philadelphia golfers since 1940.[1]
Walnut Lane is one of Philadelphia's six municipal golf courses.
History[edit | edit source]
Origins[edit | edit source]
1940: Course opened:
- WPA-era construction
- Public recreation expansion
- Designed for accessibility
- Municipal golf mission
Development[edit | edit source]
The course has evolved:
- Improvements over decades
- Clubhouse renovations
- Drainage and turf updates
- Maintained as affordable option
Course Features[edit | edit source]
Layout[edit | edit source]
18-hole course:
- Par 62
- 5,000+ yards
- Executive-length course
- Suitable for all skill levels
Terrain[edit | edit source]
- Rolling hills
- Wissahickon Valley views
- Tree-lined fairways
- Well-maintained greens
Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Clubhouse
- Pro shop
- Driving range
- Practice putting green
- Snack bar
Playing =[edit | edit source]
Tee Times[edit | edit source]
- Walk-up and reservations
- Affordable municipal rates
- Philadelphia residents: discounted rates
- Twilight rates available
Equipment[edit | edit source]
- Club rental available
- Pull carts available
- Riding carts available
- Range balls for purchase
Season[edit | edit source]
- Open seasonally (weather permitting)
- Typically March-December
- Best conditions spring and fall
Visiting[edit | edit source]
Hours[edit | edit source]
- Dawn to dusk (seasonal)
- Check website for current hours
Getting There[edit | edit source]
Location: Walnut Lane and Henry Avenue, Germantown
By Public Transit:
- SEPTA Regional Rail to Wister Station
- SEPTA Bus 1, 65
By Car:
- Free parking at course
- Near Lincoln Drive
Tips[edit | edit source]
- Call ahead for tee times on weekends
- The course is good for beginners
- Twilight rates offer best value
- Wear appropriate golf attire
- Bring your own clubs or rent
Philadelphia Municipal Golf[edit | edit source]
Walnut Lane is one of six municipal courses:
- Cobbs Creek Golf Course — West Philadelphia
- Karakung Golf Course — West Philadelphia (executive)
- John F. Byrne Golf Course — Northeast Philadelphia
- Juniata Golf Course — North Philadelphia
- Walnut Lane Golf Course — Germantown
All offer affordable play for Philadelphia residents.
Nearby[edit | edit source]
- Germantown — East
- East Falls — West
- Wissahickon Valley Park — Adjacent
- Lincoln Drive — Scenic route
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Walnut Lane Golf Course". Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. Retrieved December 30, 2025