Farmington Woods Golf Club
Course at a glance
Farmington Woods Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Avon, Connecticut (06001). The course was designed by Desmond Muirhead and opened in 1973. From the Blue tees, Farmington Woods Golf Club plays to 6,577 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,281 to 6,577 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.1, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 57% of rated golf courses in Connecticut. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 61-70 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Farmington Woods Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
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 152 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 |
WhiteWomen's | 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 |
WhiteMen's | 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/GoldWomen's | 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/GoldMen's | 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 |
GoldWomen's | 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 |
GoldMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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 full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Farmington Woods Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Farmington Woods Golf Club a public or private golf course?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Visit the official course website at https://www.farmingtonwoods.com/Golf-Home.aspx or call +1-860-673-0062 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Farmington Woods Golf Club offer?
Farmington Woods Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Farmington Woods Golf Club located?
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?
Farmington Woods Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 57% 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?
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?
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 is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Farmington Woods Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White/Gold tees (slope 125, rating 69.6) at Farmington Woods Golf Club has a course handicap of 14, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Farmington Woods Golf Club?
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.