Shackamaxon Country Club Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Shackamaxon Country Club is a par-70 private course in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, playing 6,605 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 72 and slope of 132.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,605 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72 / 132 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Scotch Plains, New Jersey, USA |
| Coordinates | 40.6276, -74.3517 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,605 | 70 | 72 | 132 |
| Silver | 6,259 | 70 | 70.3 | 129 |
| Silver/White | 5,952 | 70 | 68.8 | 127 |
| White | 5,536 | 71 | 72.6 | 130 |
| Bronze | 6,006 | 71 | 74.6 | 132 |
| White | 5,536 | 71 | 72.6 | 130 |
| Green | 5,183 | 71 | 70.1 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 72/132 | 544 | 166 | 449 | 530 | 215 | 362 | 451 | 221 | 370 | 3308 | 484 | 368 | 476 | 180 | 398 | 378 | 417 | 209 | 387 | 3297 | 6605 |
| Silver 70.3/129 | 520 | 151 | 404 | 521 | 204 | 347 | 413 | 200 | 349 | 3109 | 439 | 356 | 471 | 159 | 386 | 367 | 395 | 199 | 378 | 3150 | 6259 |
| Silver/White 68.8/127 | 520 | 134 | 404 | 521 | 167 | 322 | 413 | 161 | 314 | 2956 | 439 | 350 | 471 | 139 | 336 | 338 | 368 | 177 | 378 | 2996 | 5952 |
| White 72.6/130 | 436 | 134 | 353 | 450 | 167 | 322 | 328 | 161 | 314 | 2665 | 404 | 350 | 400 | 139 | 336 | 338 | 368 | 177 | 359 | 2871 | 5536 |
| Bronze 74.6/132 | 507 | 142 | 392 | 514 | 191 | 336 | 381 | 169 | 337 | 2969 | 430 | 350 | 464 | 144 | 372 | 354 | 370 | 186 | 367 | 3037 | 6006 |
| White 72.6/130 | 436 | 134 | 353 | 450 | 167 | 322 | 328 | 161 | 314 | 2665 | 404 | 350 | 400 | 139 | 336 | 338 | 368 | 177 | 359 | 2871 | 5536 |
| Green 70.1/126 | 427 | 129 | 345 | 444 | 161 | 314 | 320 | 134 | 306 | 2580 | 397 | 344 | 393 | 114 | 328 | 329 | 273 | 128 | 297 | 2603 | 5183 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 4 |
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 (6,605 yards, 72/132)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 451 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Silver/White (5,952 yards, 68.8/127)
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 (5,183 yards, 70.1/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 2 (129 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 451 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 180 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 544 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 166 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 484-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Shackamaxon Country Club?
Shackamaxon Country Club has a course rating of 72 and slope of 132 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 70.1 with a slope of 126.
How long is Shackamaxon Country Club?
From the back tees, Shackamaxon Country Club plays 6,605 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Shackamaxon Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 451-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Shackamaxon Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,605 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,183 yards).
Is Shackamaxon Country Club public or private?
Shackamaxon Country Club is a private golf course in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Shackamaxon Country Club?
Nearby courses include Colonia Country Club (Rahway), Metuchen Golf and Country Club, Baltusrol Golf Course (Springfield), Maplewood Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Shackamaxon Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Shackamaxon 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 Shackamaxon 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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