Essex County Club Massachusetts
Essex County Club is a par-65 public course in Massachusetts, playing 6,555 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 73 and slope of 135.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 65 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,555 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73 / 135 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Massachusetts, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.5849, -70.7618 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,555 | 5,994 | 70 | 73 | 135 |
| Gold | 6,195 | 5,665 | 70 | 71 | 132 |
| White | 5,996 | 5,483 | 70 | 69.9 | 131 |
| Red | 5,504 | 5,033 | 70 | 67.2 | 124 |
| Green | 4,295 | 3,927 | 70 | 60.4 | 110 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 73/135 | 440 | 335 | 623 | 233 | 503 | 335 | 142 | 422 | 432 | 3465 | 363 | 178 | 420 | 379 | 172 | 347 | 453 | 361 | 417 | 3090 | 6555 |
| Gold 71/132 | 408 | 335 | 556 | 223 | 458 | 330 | 142 | 422 | 389 | 3263 | 342 | 178 | 392 | 379 | 172 | 347 | 406 | 327 | 389 | 2932 | 6195 |
| White 69.9/131 | 408 | 313 | 556 | 213 | 448 | 327 | 128 | 414 | 389 | 3196 | 342 | 160 | 382 | 353 | 142 | 319 | 391 | 322 | 389 | 2800 | 5996 |
| Red 67.2/124 | 408 | 297 | 471 | 184 | 439 | 314 | 118 | 406 | 341 | 2978 | 331 | 148 | 323 | 308 | 121 | 305 | 321 | 262 | 407 | 2526 | 5504 |
| Green 60.4/110 | 269 | 177 | 445 | 100 | 323 | 262 | 118 | 317 | 291 | 2302 | 262 | 96 | 251 | 234 | 121 | 220 | 321 | 193 | 295 | 1993 | 4295 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 4 | 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: Blue (6,555 yards, 73/135)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 623 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (5,504 yards, 67.2/124)
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+: Green (4,295 yards, 60.4/110)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (118 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 623 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 172 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 142 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 379-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Essex County Club?
Essex County Club has a course rating of 73 and slope of 135 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 60.4 with a slope of 110.
How long is Essex County Club?
From the back tees, Essex County Club plays 6,555 yards. The course is par 65 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Essex County Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 623-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Essex County Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,555 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,295 yards).
Is Essex County Club public or private?
Essex County Club is a public golf course in Massachusetts. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Essex County Club?
Nearby courses include Olde Salem Greens Golf Course, Ferncroft Country Club, Cedar Glen Golf Club, Bellevue Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Essex County Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Essex County 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 Essex County 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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