Every so often, a round of golf goes beyond just fairways and greens—it becomes a memory that sticks. That’s exactly what happened when my son Gus and I played Leatherstocking Golf Club in Cooperstown, New York.
From the moment we pulled up, there was something special in the air. The course, tucked along the edge of Otsego Lake, has that classic, old-school feel that makes you slow down and take it all in. Designed over a century ago, it’s the kind of place where every hole feels like it’s been part of the land forever—rolling hills, tall trees, and water views that sneak up on you at just the right moments.
Playing with Gus made it even better. There’s something about being on the course with your kid that hits differently—the quiet moments between shots, the friendly competition, the shared laughs when one of us hits a tree or drains a long putt we had no business making. Leatherstocking has that perfect mix of challenge and charm. The par-3s are beautifully designed, and the 18th hole, with its downhill approach toward the lake, is pure magic. Watching Gus hit his tee shot into that narrow fairway with the lake shimmering behind it is one of those golf moments I’ll never forget.
After the round, we wandered into Cooperstown, which feels like stepping into a Norman Rockwell painting. Baseball fans know it for the Hall of Fame, but even if you’ve never picked up a bat, it’s impossible not to fall for the place. The small-town charm, the old buildings, the friendly locals—it all adds to the feeling that you’ve found something timeless. We grabbed a coffee in town at Stagecoach Coffee Shop, talked about our favorite shots, and just enjoyed that easy father-son rhythm that comes after a day well spent.
Leatherstocking isn’t just a great golf course—it’s an experience that feels personal. It’s golf the way it’s meant to be played: scenic, relaxed, and shared with someone you care about.
If I had the chance, I’d play it again in an instant
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