Merrimack Valley Golf Club Methuen, New Hampshire
Merrimack Valley Golf Club is a par-70 public course in Methuen, New Hampshire, playing 6,016 yards from the GOLD tees with a rating of 68.9 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (7 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,016 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 68.9 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Methuen, New Hampshire, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.7538, -71.1803 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD | 6,016 | 70 | 68.9 | 125 |
| BLUE | 5,622 | 70 | 67.9 | 118 |
| WHITE | 5,160 | 70 | 69.9 | 123 |
| RED | 4,413 | 70 | 65.3 | 115 |
| WHITE | 5,160 | 70 | 69.9 | 123 |
| RED | 4,413 | 70 | 65.3 | 115 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD 68.9/125 | 511 | 388 | 512 | 328 | 144 | 209 | 370 | 514 | 159 | 3135 | 387 | 185 | 491 | 158 | 339 | 193 | 378 | 185 | 565 | 2881 | 6016 |
| BLUE 67.9/118 | 485 | 371 | 487 | 305 | 133 | 194 | 330 | 452 | 141 | 2898 | 378 | 174 | 461 | 149 | 327 | 178 | 366 | 152 | 539 | 2724 | 5622 |
| WHITE 69.9/123 | 432 | 333 | 470 | 285 | 120 | 163 | 315 | 452 | 106 | 2676 | 320 | 160 | 427 | 121 | 313 | 146 | 349 | 130 | 518 | 2484 | 5160 |
| RED 65.3/115 | 381 | 227 | 423 | 232 | 80 | 119 | 280 | 394 | 88 | 2224 | 300 | 130 | 334 | 89 | 300 | 139 | 318 | 104 | 475 | 2189 | 4413 |
| WHITE 69.9/123 | 432 | 333 | 470 | 285 | 120 | 163 | 315 | 452 | 106 | 2676 | 320 | 160 | 427 | 121 | 313 | 146 | 349 | 130 | 518 | 2484 | 5160 |
| RED 65.3/115 | 381 | 227 | 423 | 232 | 80 | 119 | 280 | 394 | 88 | 2224 | 300 | 130 | 334 | 89 | 300 | 139 | 318 | 104 | 475 | 2189 | 4413 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 4 | 12 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 1 |
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 (6,016 yards, 68.9/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 18 (par 5, 565 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: WHITE (5,160 yards, 69.9/123)
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 (4,413 yards, 65.3/115)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (80 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 565 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 144 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 514 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 Merrimack Valley Golf Club?
Merrimack Valley Golf Club has a course rating of 68.9 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 65.3 with a slope of 115.
How long is Merrimack Valley Golf Club?
From the back tees, Merrimack Valley Golf Club plays 6,016 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (7 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Merrimack Valley Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 18, a 565-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Merrimack Valley Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the GOLD tees (6,016 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (4,413 yards).
Is Merrimack Valley Golf Club public or private?
Merrimack Valley Golf Club is a public golf course in Methuen, New Hampshire. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Merrimack Valley Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Scottish Highlands, Indian Ridge Country Club, Windham Country Club, Granite Fields Golf Club (Kingston).
Is there a yardage book for Merrimack Valley Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Merrimack Valley 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 Merrimack Valley 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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