Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club
About Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Branford, Connecticut (06405). The course was designed by Al Zikorus and established in 1903. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,380 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 70.6.
Walking is permitted.
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 130, 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,917 to 6,380 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
71
Length
6,380
Slope
130
Rating
70.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
130
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 | 130 | 70.6 | 349 | 142 | 589 | 321 | 384 | 349 | 411 | 185 | 394 | 3124 | 370 | 178 | 575 | 177 | 366 | 344 | 400 | 383 | 463 | 3256 | 6,380 |
Blue / White | 127 | 68.4 | 349 | 142 | 524 | 321 | 339 | 326 | 401 | 168 | 365 | 2935 | 339 | 150 | 469 | 135 | 366 | 330 | 389 | 362 | 463 | 3003 | 5,938 |
White | 129 | 73.2 | 328 | 130 | 524 | 313 | 339 | 326 | 401 | 168 | 365 | 2894 | 339 | 150 | 469 | 135 | 287 | 330 | 389 | 362 | 401 | 2862 | 5,756 |
White | 125 | 67.5 | 328 | 130 | 524 | 313 | 339 | 326 | 401 | 168 | 365 | 2894 | 339 | 150 | 469 | 135 | 287 | 330 | 389 | 362 | 401 | 2862 | 5,756 |
Green / White | 120 | 69.6 | 302 | 119 | 469 | 313 | 282 | 326 | 326 | 164 | 285 | 2586 | 322 | 130 | 406 | 102 | 274 | 295 | 327 | 288 | 360 | 2504 | 5,090 |
Green / White | 120 | 64.9 | 302 | 119 | 469 | 313 | 282 | 326 | 326 | 164 | 285 | 2586 | 322 | 130 | 406 | 102 | 274 | 295 | 327 | 288 | 360 | 2504 | 5,090 |
Green | 120 | 67.9 | 302 | 119 | 469 | 246 | 282 | 220 | 326 | 164 | 285 | 2413 | 322 | 130 | 406 | 102 | 274 | 295 | 327 | 288 | 360 | 2504 | 4,917 |
Green | 114 | 63.8 | 302 | 119 | 469 | 246 | 282 | 220 | 326 | 164 | 285 | 2413 | 322 | 130 | 406 | 102 | 274 | 295 | 327 | 288 | 360 | 2504 | 4,917 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 3 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,380 | 130 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Blue / White | 5,938 | 127 | 68.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,756 | 129 | 73.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,756 | 125 | 67.5 | 12-22 |
Green / White | 5,090 | 120 | 69.6 | 20-30 |
Green / White | 5,090 | 120 | 64.9 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,917 | 120 | 67.9 | 25+ |
Green | 4,917 | 114 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club is a public golf course located in Branford, CT. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club have?expand_more
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1903. The course was designed by Al Zikorus.
What is the yardage at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue / White tees, Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club plays to 5,938 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,917 to 6,380 yards.
What is the slope rating at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club have a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 70.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club offer?expand_more
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club located?expand_more
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club is located at 2 Club Pkwy in Branford, CT 06405. You can reach them at 203-488-0481.
What is the difficulty level at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 130. It plays harder than 53% 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 Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Blue tees (6,380 yards, slope 130) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (4,917 yards, slope 114) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,917 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Green / White tees (slope 120, rating 69.6) at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 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 Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Pine Orchard Yacht & Country 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.