Kernwood Country Club Massachusetts
Kernwood Country Club is a par-70 private course in Massachusetts, playing 6,402 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 72.1 and slope of 130. Designed by Donald Ross (1914).
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,402 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.1 / 130 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Architect | Donald Ross |
| Year | 1914 |
| Location | Massachusetts, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.5397, -70.9039 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,422 | 5,872 | 70 | 71.7 | 130 |
| Silver | 6,086 | 5,565 | 70 | 70.5 | 127 |
| Gold | 5,967 | 5,456 | 70 | 69.8 | 125 |
| Green | 5,778 | 5,283 | 70 | 68.6 | 124 |
| White | 5,624 | 5,143 | 70 | 67.8 | 123 |
| Red | 5,069 | 4,635 | 70 | 65.3 | 117 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71.7/130 | 490 | 420 | 418 | 164 | 390 | 377 | 390 | 340 | 138 | 3127 | 423 | 424 | 194 | 525 | 429 | 377 | 430 | 136 | 357 | 3295 | 6422 |
| Silver 70.5/127 | 490 | 363 | 389 | 164 | 390 | 330 | 360 | 340 | 138 | 2964 | 416 | 404 | 184 | 469 | 366 | 377 | 413 | 136 | 357 | 3122 | 6086 |
| Gold 69.8/125 | 477 | 363 | 389 | 147 | 367 | 330 | 360 | 336 | 129 | 2898 | 416 | 388 | 184 | 469 | 366 | 368 | 413 | 121 | 344 | 3069 | 5967 |
| Green 68.6/124 | 477 | 350 | 347 | 147 | 367 | 281 | 360 | 324 | 129 | 2782 | 413 | 384 | 184 | 469 | 359 | 313 | 409 | 121 | 344 | 2996 | 5778 |
| White 67.8/123 | 454 | 350 | 347 | 127 | 354 | 281 | 348 | 324 | 122 | 2707 | 413 | 384 | 151 | 447 | 359 | 313 | 409 | 112 | 329 | 2917 | 5624 |
| Red 65.3/117 | 403 | 290 | 309 | 107 | 332 | 250 | 302 | 304 | 120 | 2417 | 385 | 324 | 147 | 406 | 355 | 310 | 382 | 109 | 234 | 2652 | 5069 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 14 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 13 |
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 (6,422 yards, 71.7/130)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 16 (par 4, 430 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Green (5,778 yards, 68.6/124)
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+: Red (5,069 yards, 65.3/117)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (109 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 430 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 138 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 525 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 136 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 420-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Kernwood Country Club?
Kernwood Country Club has a course rating of 72.1 and slope of 130 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 65.3 with a slope of 117.
How long is Kernwood Country Club?
From the back tees, Kernwood Country Club plays 6,402 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Kernwood Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 16, a 430-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Kernwood Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,422 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,069 yards).
Is Kernwood Country Club public or private?
Kernwood Country Club is a private golf course in Massachusetts. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Kernwood Country 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 Kernwood Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Kernwood 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 Kernwood 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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