Since 1982. A Family-Built Course with Lasting Roots.

Welcome to Chris Bargas Golf Club, a Hal C. Purdy-designed, 18-hole public course offering championship-style play for golfers of all levels. Located in Monroe, CT and rooted in the legacy of Whitney Farms, our award-winning course combines scenic New England beauty with top-tier conditions and tee times available seven days a week.

Tee Times

Welcome to Chris Bargas Golf Club & Event Venue
at Whitney Farms

Golf

Book your tee time now!

Enjoy our beautifully maintained 18-hole public course, perfect for golfers of all skill levels. Whether you're playing a casual round or joining a club event, we’ve got you covered.

Call the Pro Shop with any questions at:

(203) 268-0707

Weddings

Say “I do” with a view.

From elegant weddings and receptions to bridal showers and rehearsal dinners, our scenic venue and dedicated staff will help make your special day unforgettable. Let us bring your dream wedding to life — all in one beautiful setting.

Events & Parties

Host your next event with style.

Whether you’re planning a celebration, corporate gathering, or community event, Whitney Farms offers the perfect setting. From intimate dinners to lively parties, our flexible spaces, scenic views, and personalized touches like elegant linens and centerpieces help make every occasion unforgettable.

Call for Weddings/Events at:

(203) 268-4612

ABOUT US.

First a stable… now a championship course.

In the mid-1970s, real estate developer and WWII veteran Chris Bargas Sr. acquired the land with a vision: to create a world-class public golf destination that embraced the natural beauty of New England. After three years of thoughtful design and development, Whitney Farms Golf Course opened in 1982 with an 18-hole championship layout designed by renowned architect Hal C. Purdy. Built by Bargas himself, the course made full use of the area’s ponds, wildlife, and rolling views — blending challenge and charm in every round. The property was originally used as a horse stable and dairy farm. Remnants of that history remain visible, including the stone barn facade at the clubhouse entrance.

Today, the club has grown into a vibrant, family-owned facility, renamed in 2024 by James Bargas to honor his father’s legacy. With over 40,000 rounds played annually, the course has become a cornerstone of the local community and a destination for golfers of all skill levels.

Highlights include:

6534 yards from the championship tees
Slope ratings ranging from 127 to 134
A full-service Pro Shop and welcoming Sand Trap Bar & Grill
Year-round tee times, well-maintained fairways, and carts always available
An active Men’s and Ladies Club, including a thriving women’s 3-hole league
Youth programming, PGA Jr. League, and strong partnerships with local schools
A Course Record of 63
- Set from the championship tees by our very own PGA Professional, Billy Street, on July 5, 2023

Over the years, the club has earned high praise and accolades from Golf Digest, Connecticut Magazine, Connecticut Golf Magazine, and more. In 2025, the club was honored with the Walter Lowell Public Golf Course Distinguished Service Award by the Connecticut Section PGA — a testament to its dedication to accessibility, service, and the future of the game.

In Memory of Chris Bargas
December 22, 1919 - October 19, 2014