Shining Rock Golf Club Massachusetts
Shining Rock Golf Club is a par-65 public course in Massachusetts, playing 6,728 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 73.3 and slope of 135.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 65 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,728 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.3 / 135 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Massachusetts, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.1562, -71.6398 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,728 | 6,152 | 72 | 73.3 | 135 |
| Blue | 6,471 | 5,917 | 72 | 72.2 | 134 |
| Green | 6,196 | 5,666 | 72 | 70.9 | 131 |
| White | 6,004 | 5,490 | 72 | 69.9 | 129 |
| Red | 5,321 | 4,866 | 72 | 66.5 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 73.3/135 | 430 | 440 | 518 | 343 | 241 | 310 | 330 | 217 | 501 | 3330 | 384 | 381 | 223 | 512 | 355 | 194 | 648 | 312 | 389 | 3398 | 6728 |
| Blue 72.2/134 | 411 | 425 | 518 | 328 | 219 | 310 | 330 | 176 | 485 | 3202 | 360 | 372 | 203 | 500 | 345 | 180 | 608 | 312 | 389 | 3269 | 6471 |
| Green 70.9/131 | 411 | 384 | 504 | 282 | 219 | 300 | 290 | 148 | 485 | 3023 | 360 | 372 | 188 | 478 | 345 | 180 | 563 | 312 | 375 | 3173 | 6196 |
| White 69.9/129 | 372 | 384 | 504 | 282 | 190 | 300 | 290 | 148 | 445 | 2915 | 332 | 360 | 188 | 478 | 345 | 147 | 563 | 301 | 375 | 3089 | 6004 |
| Red 66.5/121 | 304 | 285 | 457 | 275 | 123 | 240 | 263 | 140 | 420 | 2507 | 320 | 330 | 166 | 448 | 292 | 140 | 478 | 275 | 365 | 2814 | 5321 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 6 |
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 (6,728 yards, 73.3/135)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 518 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,004 yards, 69.9/129)
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+: Red (5,321 yards, 66.5/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (140 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 518 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 194 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 648 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 #3 handicap hole. At 501 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 Shining Rock Golf Club?
Shining Rock Golf Club has a course rating of 73.3 and slope of 135 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 66.5 with a slope of 121.
How long is Shining Rock Golf Club?
From the back tees, Shining Rock Golf Club plays 6,728 yards. The course is par 65 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Shining Rock Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 518-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Shining Rock Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,728 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,321 yards).
Is Shining Rock Golf Club public or private?
Shining Rock Golf Club is a public golf course in Massachusetts. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Shining Rock Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Clearview Country Club, Country View Golf Club (Harrisville), Raceway Golf Club (Thompson), Sassamon Trace.
Is there a yardage book for Shining Rock Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Shining Rock Golf 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 Shining Rock Golf 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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