Sandy Pond Golf Links RIverhead, New York
Sandy Pond Golf Links is a par-27 public course in RIverhead, New York, playing 1,085 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 26.2 and slope of 77.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 27 (9 par 3s, 0 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 1,085 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 26.2 / 77 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | RIverhead, New York, USA |
| Coordinates | 40.9390, -72.6802 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 1,085 | 27 | 26.2 | 77 |
| White | 1,004 | 27 | 25.8 | 74 |
| Red | - | 27 | 25.4 | 72 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 26.2/77 | 106 | 121 | 169 | 89 | 112 | 145 | 105 | 153 | 85 | 1085 | 0 | 1085 |
| White 25.8/74 | 106 | 121 | 118 | 89 | 112 | 115 | 105 | 153 | 85 | 1004 | 0 | 1004 |
| Red 25.4/72 | 91 | 106 | 108 | 81 | 99 | 90 | 95 | 113 | 80 | 863 | 0 | 863 |
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 7 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Handicap 0-10: Blue (1,085 yards, 26.2/77)
Course rating 0.8 below par.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (1,085 yards, 26.2/77)
Course rating 0.8 below par.
Handicap 20+: White (1,004 yards, 25.8/74)
81 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 1.2 below par.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Stroke index 1, the hardest hole on the card.
Stroke index 9, the easiest hole on the card.
The longest hole on the card at 169 yards. 16 yards longer than the next.
The shortest par 3 on the card at 85 yards.
Stroke index 2.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Sandy Pond Golf Links?
Sandy Pond Golf Links has a course rating of 26.2 and slope of 77 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 25.4 with a slope of 72.
How long is Sandy Pond Golf Links?
From the back tees, Sandy Pond Golf Links plays 1,085 yards. The course is par 27 with 18 holes (9 par 3s, 0 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Sandy Pond Golf Links?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 153-yard par 3 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Sandy Pond Golf Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (1,085 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (1,004 yards).
Is Sandy Pond Golf Links public or private?
Sandy Pond Golf Links is a public golf course in RIverhead, New York. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Sandy Pond Golf Links?
Nearby courses include Long Island National, Indian Island Golf Course, Friar's Head, Baiting Hallow Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Sandy Pond Golf Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Sandy Pond Golf Links 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.
How do you play Sandy Pond Golf Links?
The Yards strategy engine simulates every hole at Sandy Pond Golf Links for your handicap and your clubs: shot dispersion off each tee, strokes gained heatmaps for every target, and the club that loses the fewest strokes. Holes 1 and 2 are free to explore, so you can see the optimal way to play the opening stretch before you commit.
Does Sandy Pond Golf Links have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs more than 20,000 simulated shots 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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