Charles River Country Club Massachusetts
Charles River Country Club is a par-72 private course in Massachusetts, playing 6,701 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 73.4 and slope of 143. Designed by Donald Ross (1921).
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,701 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.4 / 143 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Architect | Donald Ross |
| Year | 1921 |
| Location | Massachusetts, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.3018, -71.1999 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,701 | 6,127 | 72 | 73.4 | 143 |
| Blue | 6,436 | 5,885 | 72 | 72.2 | 138 |
| White | 6,182 | 5,653 | 72 | 71.1 | 136 |
| Red | 5,578 | 5,101 | 72 | 68.3 | 125 |
| FORWARD | 5,197 | 4,752 | 72 | 66.2 | 117 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 73.4/143 | 425 | 546 | 380 | 159 | 395 | 360 | 468 | 429 | 182 | 3344 | 500 | 242 | 358 | 365 | 200 | 505 | 553 | 190 | 444 | 3357 | 6701 |
| Blue 72.2/138 | 416 | 520 | 373 | 148 | 385 | 350 | 453 | 402 | 170 | 3217 | 469 | 236 | 355 | 348 | 187 | 474 | 530 | 185 | 435 | 3219 | 6436 |
| White 71.1/136 | 408 | 480 | 368 | 136 | 380 | 337 | 435 | 365 | 155 | 3064 | 449 | 232 | 344 | 340 | 177 | 462 | 512 | 180 | 422 | 3118 | 6182 |
| Red 68.3/125 | 391 | 455 | 363 | 109 | 342 | 288 | 373 | 360 | 147 | 2828 | 438 | 229 | 312 | 310 | 166 | 308 | 440 | 138 | 409 | 2750 | 5578 |
| FORWARD 66.2/117 | 317 | 399 | 323 | 89 | 255 | 288 | 373 | 256 | 147 | 2447 | 438 | 229 | 312 | 310 | 166 | 308 | 440 | 138 | 409 | 2750 | 5197 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 8 |
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 (6,701 yards, 73.4/143)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 395 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,182 yards, 71.1/136)
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+: FORWARD (5,197 yards, 66.2/117)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (89 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 395 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 200 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 553 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 159 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. A 429-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Charles River Country Club?
Charles River Country Club has a course rating of 73.4 and slope of 143 from the back tees. From the FORWARD tees, the rating is 66.2 with a slope of 117.
How long is Charles River Country Club?
From the back tees, Charles River Country Club plays 6,701 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Charles River Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 395-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Charles River Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,701 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the FORWARD tees (5,197 yards).
Is Charles River Country Club public or private?
Charles River Country Club is a private golf course in Massachusetts. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Charles River Country Club?
Nearby courses include Primrose The Country Club, Challenger Blue Hill Country Club, Sassamon Trace, Bellevue Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Charles River Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Charles River 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 Charles River 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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