BRIGHTON GOLF COURSE

The parkland layout along Ellicott Creek delivers surprising elevation changes and mature tree corridors that belie its municipal origins in suburban Buffalo. Smart bunkering protects greens that roll true despite heavy traffic, while the creek meanders through five holes to create legitimate water hazards on what could have been pedestrian public golf. At under $40 with walking encouraged, this represents Western New York municipal golf at its most honest and playable.