Parkview Fairways Golf Course

Parkview Fairways Golf Course Parkview is a scenic golf course just 25 minutes from Rochester. Parkview is a family owned course. Parkview one of the best values in the Rochester area.
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No highways or housing developments in sight, in fact the course is bordered by a serene park with two large 35 acre ponds. The course which itself is a manicured 175 acres sits in the middle of 350 acres of land! You have the option of challenging yourself to a championship course that is almost 6,800 yards long. However, most of golfers enjoy playing from our shorter tees which let every golfer have fun!

Who’s fetid enough to hang with the itchy, scratchy Poison Ivy?The pink-stemmed stinkhorn, that’s who!This non-poisonous...
08/24/2026

Who’s fetid enough to hang with the itchy, scratchy Poison Ivy?

The pink-stemmed stinkhorn, that’s who!

This non-poisonous—but oh-so-foul-smelling—fungus pops up from an egg-shaped sack when temperatures are warm and the surroundings are moist.

It’s a fragile-looking little fungus that may only stick around for a day or two before collapsing back to the ground.

So, stay away from the “leaves of three” of Poison Ivy… and hold your nose if you happen to topple the rather curious-looking Phallus rubicundus!

Nature is weird. And apparently, it has a sense of humor!

It’s late summer, but the course looks like it’s about to Spring into action!We’ve had some rain (so sad for the Wednesd...
08/24/2026

It’s late summer, but the course looks like it’s about to Spring into action!

We’ve had some rain (so sad for the Wednesday Night Leagues!) and a few cool nights, giving the course that little bit of soggy feel in a few spots—but it’s green everywhere!

The grass is growing, the course is looking great, and apparently Mother Nature forgot to tell us it’s almost September!

Why do golfers… part 2.Tee time. That magical moment when your group tees off the tee box of the first hole. (Tee time =...
08/12/2026

Why do golfers… part 2.
Tee time. That magical moment when your group tees off the tee box of the first hole. (Tee time = "balls in the air" time? )

So… why do SOME golfers check in just minutes before their tee time?
Admittedly, many Parkview golfers show up early. The seasoned veterans arrive 20 to 45 minutes ahead of schedule. They warm up. They stay relaxed with a cup of coffee. They leisurely get ready to beat the pants off their golf buddies.

But that is not everyone.

Sometimes, our relaxed friend plays with "Too Late Charlie." This legend is notorious for rolling in right as the clock says they should be hitting off the tee box.

Now listen, I am notorious for saying I will be there in 15 minutes and arriving 25 minutes later. I try hard to get to doctor appointments at least one minute early. I feel very smug if I manage that one-minute advantage!

But with golf, routine is everything. Checking in right at your tee time seems incredibly stressful.

So, let's settle this in the comments:
If you are notorious for rolling into the parking lot a minute before your tee time… what is your strategy (or excuse)?
If you are the gal who is ready to go, waiting at the tee box for your friends… what is your advice to the rest of us?

Native or Not?I thought this was going to be a “shades of purple” post… but maybe “Native or Not?” is more interesting!A...
08/12/2026

Native or Not?
I thought this was going to be a “shades of purple” post… but maybe “Native or Not?” is more interesting!

As the grassy areas grow out this summer, there are all kinds of different flower heads popping up. Blues, whites, pinks… some of the most beautiful are not doing our native plants any favors.

So, let’s see how good you are at identifying them. Native or NOT Native?
Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata)
Bull Thistle (Cirsium vulgare)
Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata)

Want to learn more about native plants?
https://www.wildflower.org/plants
https://flnps.org/plants/list
Answers: YES, NO, YES!

Why do golfers...?Here is the first in a series of posts (a couple?) trying to figure out why golfers do some of the thi...
08/05/2026

Why do golfers...?

Here is the first in a series of posts (a couple?) trying to figure out why golfers do some of the things they do. If you're reading this, maybe you can help solve the mystery!

Today's "shaking my head" question...

Why do golfers grab 2... 3... 4... or more golf pencils before heading out to play? When we clean out the carts, it's hard to tell if any of the pencils were even used.

Here are my theories:

Last time they played, the eraser fell off, so they're stocking up just in case they need to... "adjust" their scorecard.
They're following our Facebook/Instagram advice and using them to repair ball marks on the greens. (We can dream, right?)..That's all I've got. I'm out of ideas.

So, if you're one of the golfers who finds security in grabbing a handful of pencils, please reach out and help us better understand what's really going on inside the mind of the esteemed Parkview golfer?

Little things can make a big difference!Repairing your ball mark helps keep our greens healthy and smooth for everyone. ...
07/28/2026

Little things can make a big difference!

Repairing your ball mark helps keep our greens healthy and smooth for everyone. Simply use a ball mark repair tool—or even a tee—to gently pull the edges of the mark back toward the center, then lightly tap it down with your putter or your foot. This helps the turf recover more quickly and reduces damage.

Want to learn more? Check out these five great ball mark repair tips from the USGA:

USGA: Repairing Ball Marks – 5 Things Every Golfer Should Know

Thanks for doing your part to keep Parkview's greens in great shape!

Teasel (Dipsacus)Another beautiful plant with an invasive history!Our industrious forefathers discovered that the stiff,...
07/28/2026

Teasel (Dipsacus)

Another beautiful plant with an invasive history!

Our industrious forefathers discovered that the stiff, egg-shaped flower heads of teasel made excellent wool cards—tools used to clean and raise the nap on wool. The Skaneateles area imported Teasel to grow for this very reason!

You may notice teasel growing around Parkview right now. At this time of year, the flower heads often have a hint of purple. Later in the season, the dried stalks and seed heads remain standing, adding interesting texture to the landscape throughout the fall and winter.

Despite its beauty, teasel is considered an invasive species. Its large leaves shade out native plants, making it difficult for them to thrive. Teasel also has a fascinating trick: the bases of its leaves form little cups that collect rainwater. These pools can slow down crawling insects like aphids, and researchers believe the plant may even benefit from nutrients released by insects that become trapped there.

Like the multiflora rose we featured a few weeks ago, teasel is a beautiful and interesting plant—but one that can be surprisingly invasive in our area. Nature is full of fascinating stories, and sometimes the prettiest plants come with the biggest challenges!

"WTF Parkview! More dirt and straw?! Why do I have to drive around ropes and stakes just to get to my ball?"      How an...
07/23/2026

"WTF Parkview! More dirt and straw?! Why do I have to drive around ropes and stakes just to get to my ball?" How annoying!

Yes, we completely agree. It is definitely frustrating to navigate under-construction areas on the course. But we promise the long-term improvements will be worth it for everyone's playing experience!

We don't have a ton of strict cart rules here—but if you see roped-off areas or spots covered in straw (a big clue we are trying to grow grass!), please stay off.

What We Are Working On:
Our main focus right now is restoring our cart path areas. Over the years, some paths have slowly widened past their original boundaries. We are actively reshaping them and pulling them back to where they belong.

The Latest Project:
We are currently pulling back the cart path near the 1st tee. This specific spot has suffered from years of washouts, and the extra wide path isn't really needed anymore.

Thank you so much for your patience, humor, and cooperation while we let the new seed take root!

07/20/2026

Saturday's course conditions:

Wakeboarding: 10/10
Golf: Maybe not so much.

After this weekend's rain, the wakeboarders headed out to the prime conditions... on our fairways. Best wakeboarding this side of the Mississippi!

Don't worry—the river is gone, the course has dried out, and we're be back to golf instead of water sports! Thanks for everyone's patience after Mother Nature gave Parkview a little more water than we ordered.

What do you do when someone hits into your group?Picture this...You're lining up that 12-foot birdie putt when suddenly ...
07/14/2026

What do you do when someone hits into your group?

Picture this...

You're lining up that 12-foot birdie putt when suddenly a golf ball comes rolling onto the fringe behind you. It's the shot of a lifetime for the group behind... and definitely not the timing of a lifetime for your group!

Your first reaction probably isn't, "Nice shot!" It's more likely something... a little less printable.

The truth is, golf is a funny game. Sometimes we chunk one 40 yards. Sometimes we absolutely flush one. And every once in a while, we hit a shot that we were certain couldn't reach the group ahead... until it catches a firm fairway, a downslope, or gets an unexpected kick and suddenly rolls onto the green.

Does it happen? Yes.
Should it happen often? No.
Was it probably intentional? Almost certainly not.

A little grace goes a long way. A sincere wave or apology from the group behind, and a little understanding from the group ahead, can keep everyone's round enjoyable.

At Parkview, we're fortunate to have some of the best golfers around—not necessarily because they all shoot under par, but because they're good people who treat each other with respect.

If a situation ever becomes more than an honest mistake, please flag down the ranger or give the clubhouse a call. We're always happy to help get things back on track.

Now... if you'll excuse us, we have ruled that this one gets a free pass.

Play well. Play safe. And remember—everyone has been "that group" at least once.

Address

7100 Boughton Road
Victor, NY
14564

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 8pm
Tuesday 6am - 8pm
Wednesday 6am - 8pm
Thursday 6am - 8pm
Friday 6am - 8pm
Saturday 6am - 8pm
Sunday 6am - 8pm

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