Editing Walnut Lane Golf Course

{{Infobox Park
| name = Walnut Lane Golf Course
| image =
| image_caption = Walnut Lane Golf Course in Germantown
| 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 = https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder
}}

'''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.<ref name="walnutlane">{{cite web |url=https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder/#/locationDetails/3172 |title=Walnut Lane Golf Course |publisher=Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |access-date=December 30, 2025}}</ref>

Walnut Lane is one of Philadelphia's six municipal golf courses.

== History ==

=== Origins ===

'''1940:''' Course opened:
* WPA-era construction
* Public recreation expansion
* Designed for accessibility
* Municipal golf mission

=== Development ===

The course has evolved:
* Improvements over decades
* Clubhouse renovations
* Drainage and turf updates
* Maintained as affordable option

== Course Features ==

=== Layout ===

'''18-hole course:'''
* Par 62
* 5,000+ yards
* Executive-length course
* Suitable for all skill levels

=== Terrain ===

* Rolling hills
* Wissahickon Valley views
* Tree-lined fairways
* Well-maintained greens

=== Facilities ===

* Clubhouse
* Pro shop
* Driving range
* Practice putting green
* Snack bar

== Playing ===

=== Tee Times ===

* Walk-up and reservations
* Affordable municipal rates
* Philadelphia residents: discounted rates
* Twilight rates available

=== Equipment ===

* Club rental available
* Pull carts available
* Riding carts available
* Range balls for purchase

=== Season ===

* Open seasonally (weather permitting)
* Typically March-December
* Best conditions spring and fall

== Visiting ==

=== Hours ===

* Dawn to dusk (seasonal)
* Check website for current hours

=== Getting There ===

'''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 ===

* 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 ==

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 ==

* '''[[Germantown]]''' — East
* '''[[East Falls]]''' — West
* '''[[Wissahickon Valley Park]]''' — Adjacent
* '''[[Lincoln Drive]]''' — Scenic route

== See Also ==

* [[Cobbs Creek Park]]
* [[Fairmount Park]]
* [[Philadelphia Recreation]]
* [[Wissahickon Valley Park]]

== References ==
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== External Links ==

* [https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Finder]

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[[Category:Parks]]
[[Category:Germantown]]
[[Category:Golf]]
[[Category:Fairmount Park]]
[[Category:Recreation]]