Berkshire Hills Country Club Massachusetts
Berkshire Hills Country Club is a par-72 private course in Massachusetts, playing 6,789 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 72.8 and slope of 128. Designed by A.W. Tillinghast (1928).
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,789 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.8 / 128 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Architect | A.W. Tillinghast |
| Year | 1928 |
| Location | Massachusetts, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.4706, -73.2242 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,780 | 6,200 | 72 | 72.7 | 135 |
| Blue | 6,367 | 5,822 | 72 | 70.8 | 129 |
| Silver | 6,008 | 5,494 | 72 | 69.5 | 128 |
| White | 5,802 | 5,305 | 72 | 68.7 | 128 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 72.7/135 | 423 | 560 | 167 | 554 | 194 | 430 | 200 | 433 | 439 | 3400 | 531 | 390 | 384 | 177 | 367 | 474 | 409 | 154 | 494 | 3380 | 6780 |
| Blue 70.8/129 | 408 | 545 | 158 | 522 | 174 | 389 | 171 | 412 | 392 | 3171 | 521 | 377 | 334 | 168 | 349 | 457 | 366 | 142 | 482 | 3196 | 6367 |
| Silver 69.5/128 | 390 | 533 | 158 | 438 | 174 | 347 | 171 | 296 | 367 | 2874 | 511 | 364 | 334 | 159 | 349 | 457 | 336 | 142 | 482 | 3134 | 6008 |
| White 68.7/128 | 390 | 533 | 134 | 438 | 154 | 347 | 162 | 296 | 367 | 2821 | 511 | 364 | 324 | 159 | 331 | 382 | 336 | 128 | 446 | 2981 | 5802 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 14 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Gold (6,780 yards, 72.7/135)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 2 (par 5, 560 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (6,367 yards, 70.8/129)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: White (5,802 yards, 68.7/128)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (128 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 560 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 154 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 474 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Berkshire Hills Country Club?
Berkshire Hills Country Club has a course rating of 72.8 and slope of 128 from the back tees. From the White tees, the rating is 68.7 with a slope of 128.
How long is Berkshire Hills Country Club?
From the back tees, Berkshire Hills Country Club plays 6,789 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Berkshire Hills Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 560-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Berkshire Hills Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,780 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (5,802 yards).
Is Berkshire Hills Country Club public or private?
Berkshire Hills Country Club is a private golf course in Massachusetts. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Berkshire Hills Country Club?
Nearby courses include Skyline Country Club, Wahconah Golf & Country Club, Worthington Golf Club (Worthington), Burden Lake Country Club (Averill Park).
Is there a yardage book for Berkshire Hills Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Berkshire Hills Country Club with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Berkshire Hills Country Club have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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