Merion Golf Club West Pennsylvania
Merion Golf Club West is a par-69 public course in Pennsylvania, playing 6,946 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 75.1 and slope of 151.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 69 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,946 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.1 / 151 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Pennsylvania, USA |
| Coordinates | 39.9904, -75.3336 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,946 | 6,351 | 70 | 75.1 | 151 |
| Back | 6,599 | 6,034 | 70 | 73.6 | 149 |
| White | 6,307 | 5,767 | 70 | 72.2 | 148 |
| Middle | 6,103 | 5,581 | 70 | 71.4 | 145 |
| Middle-Forward | 5,856 | 5,355 | 70 | 70.5 | 143 |
| Red | 5,698 | 5,210 | 70 | 69.5 | 138 |
| Green | 5,115 | 4,677 | 70 | 67.1 | 132 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 75.1/151 | 358 | 589 | 250 | 622 | 501 | 484 | 368 | 358 | 231 | 3761 | 306 | 358 | 395 | 128 | 411 | 415 | 429 | 241 | 502 | 3185 | 6946 |
| Back 73.6/149 | 358 | 554 | 219 | 595 | 412 | 430 | 368 | 358 | 231 | 3525 | 306 | 358 | 362 | 128 | 411 | 377 | 429 | 241 | 462 | 3074 | 6599 |
| White 72.2/148 | 358 | 554 | 170 | 595 | 394 | 412 | 368 | 358 | 176 | 3385 | 306 | 358 | 362 | 128 | 380 | 377 | 398 | 208 | 405 | 2922 | 6307 |
| Middle 71.4/145 | 335 | 526 | 170 | 557 | 394 | 412 | 354 | 337 | 176 | 3261 | 288 | 345 | 340 | 117 | 380 | 361 | 398 | 208 | 405 | 2842 | 6103 |
| Middle-Forward 70.5/143 | 335 | 467 | 156 | 538 | 381 | 412 | 354 | 337 | 176 | 3156 | 288 | 345 | 319 | 117 | 364 | 333 | 351 | 194 | 389 | 2700 | 5856 |
| Red 69.5/138 | 314 | 467 | 156 | 538 | 381 | 393 | 336 | 322 | 145 | 3052 | 263 | 326 | 319 | 107 | 364 | 333 | 351 | 194 | 389 | 2646 | 5698 |
| Green 67.1/132 | 314 | 467 | 140 | 421 | 349 | 393 | 267 | 322 | 145 | 2818 | 263 | 256 | 272 | 107 | 305 | 303 | 306 | 194 | 291 | 2297 | 5115 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 7 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 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: Black (6,946 yards, 75.1/151)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 501 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Middle (6,103 yards, 71.4/145)
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 (5,115 yards, 67.1/132)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 13 (107 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 501 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 128 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 622 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 #2 handicap hole. A 411-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Merion Golf Club West?
Merion Golf Club West has a course rating of 75.1 and slope of 151 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 67.1 with a slope of 132.
How long is Merion Golf Club West?
From the back tees, Merion Golf Club West plays 6,946 yards. The course is par 69 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Merion Golf Club West?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 501-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Merion Golf Club West?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,946 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,115 yards).
Is Merion Golf Club West public or private?
Merion Golf Club West is a public golf course in Pennsylvania. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Merion Golf Club West?
Nearby courses include Flourtown Country Club, Riverwinds Golf Course, Worcester Golf Club, Merchantville Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Merion Golf Club West?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Merion Golf Club West 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 Merion Golf Club West 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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