Farmington Woods Golf Club
About Farmington Woods Golf Club
Farmington Woods Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Avon, Connecticut (06001). The course was designed by Desmond Muirhead and established in 1973. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,577 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.1.
Walking is permitted.
Farmington Woods Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in Connecticut for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,281 to 6,577 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Connecticut typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,577
Slope
131
Rating
72.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
128
CT Average
113
US Average
Based on 156 rated courses in Connecticut
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 131 | 72.1 | 365 | 416 | 470 | 188 | 295 | 484 | 363 | 172 | 432 | 3185 | 371 | 414 | 550 | 162 | 406 | 401 | 402 | 166 | 520 | 3392 | 6,577 |
Blue/White | 129 | 71.5 | 365 | 390 | 470 | 188 | 295 | 484 | 363 | 172 | 402 | 3129 | 371 | 387 | 550 | 162 | 406 | 401 | 372 | 166 | 520 | 3335 | 6,464 |
White | 127 | 75.3 | 335 | 390 | 450 | 182 | 282 | 464 | 353 | 145 | 402 | 3003 | 351 | 387 | 512 | 142 | 366 | 371 | 372 | 139 | 476 | 3116 | 6,119 |
White | 127 | 70.2 | 335 | 390 | 450 | 182 | 282 | 464 | 353 | 145 | 402 | 3003 | 351 | 387 | 512 | 142 | 366 | 371 | 372 | 139 | 476 | 3116 | 6,119 |
White/Gold | 126 | 74.8 | 335 | 375 | 450 | 182 | 282 | 464 | 323 | 145 | 387 | 2943 | 351 | 377 | 512 | 142 | 336 | 371 | 352 | 139 | 476 | 3056 | 5,999 |
White/Gold | 125 | 69.6 | 335 | 375 | 450 | 182 | 282 | 464 | 323 | 145 | 387 | 2943 | 351 | 377 | 512 | 142 | 336 | 371 | 352 | 139 | 476 | 3056 | 5,999 |
Gold | 125 | 74.2 | 328 | 375 | 443 | 172 | 270 | 458 | 323 | 131 | 387 | 2887 | 341 | 377 | 504 | 142 | 336 | 349 | 352 | 139 | 469 | 3009 | 5,896 |
Gold | 124 | 69.1 | 328 | 375 | 443 | 172 | 270 | 458 | 323 | 121 | 387 | 2877 | 341 | 377 | 504 | 134 | 336 | 349 | 352 | 130 | 469 | 2992 | 5,869 |
Red | 118 | 70.5 | 315 | 318 | 437 | 150 | 220 | 444 | 265 | 110 | 317 | 2576 | 299 | 354 | 492 | 115 | 315 | 291 | 277 | 126 | 436 | 2705 | 5,281 |
Red | 116 | 66.2 | 315 | 318 | 437 | 150 | 220 | 444 | 265 | 110 | 317 | 2576 | 299 | 354 | 492 | 115 | 315 | 291 | 277 | 126 | 436 | 2705 | 5,281 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Farmington Woods Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,577 | 131 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,464 | 129 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,119 | 127 | 75.3 | 12-22 |
White | 6,119 | 127 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,999 | 126 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,999 | 125 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,896 | 125 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,869 | 124 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,281 | 118 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,281 | 116 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Farmington Woods Golf Club
Farmington Woods Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Farmington Woods Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Farmington Woods Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Farmington Woods Golf Club is a public golf course located in Avon, CT. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Farmington Woods Golf Club have?expand_more
Farmington Woods Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1973. The course was designed by Desmond Muirhead.
What is the yardage at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Farmington Woods Golf Club plays to 6,464 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,281 to 6,577 yards.
What is the slope rating at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Farmington Woods Golf Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Farmington Woods Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Farmington Woods Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.farmingtonwoods.com/Golf-Home.aspx. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Farmington Woods Golf Club offer?expand_more
Farmington Woods Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Farmington Woods Golf Club located?expand_more
Farmington Woods Golf Club is located at 43 Heritage Drive in Avon, CT 06001. You can reach them at +1-860-673-0062.
What is the difficulty level at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
Farmington Woods Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 59% of golf courses in Connecticut. The average slope rating in Connecticut is 128. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
Farmington Woods Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Blue tees (6,577 yards, slope 131) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,281 yards, slope 116) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Farmington Woods Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,281 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Gold tees (slope 125, rating 69.6) at Farmington Woods Golf Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Farmington Woods Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Farmington Woods Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.