Laurel View Country Club
Course at a glance
Laurel View Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Hamden, Connecticut (06514). The course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish and opened in 1970. From the Black tees, Laurel View Country Club plays to 6,647 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,252 to 6,647 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.8, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 62% 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 bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Laurel View Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Laurel View Country Club
Laurel View Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Hamden, Connecticut (06514). The course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish and established in 1970. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,647 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.8.
Walking is permitted.
Laurel View Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 132, 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 5,252 to 6,647 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
6,647
Slope
129
Rating
71.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
132
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 129 | 71.8 | 345 | 188 | 405 | 531 | 474 | 316 | 233 | 568 | 437 | 3497 | 329 | 556 | 180 | 284 | 457 | 406 | 407 | 175 | 356 | 3150 | 6,647 |
BlueWomen's | 132 | 75.9 | 324 | 155 | 386 | 518 | 450 | 300 | 211 | 543 | 410 | 3297 | 312 | 535 | 158 | 272 | 443 | 385 | 390 | 163 | 335 | 2993 | 6,290 |
BlueMen's | 126 | 70.2 | 324 | 155 | 386 | 518 | 450 | 300 | 211 | 543 | 410 | 3297 | 312 | 535 | 158 | 272 | 443 | 385 | 390 | 163 | 335 | 2993 | 6,290 |
WhiteWomen's | 128 | 74.0 | 299 | 125 | 367 | 505 | 429 | 284 | 189 | 518 | 389 | 3105 | 300 | 519 | 147 | 260 | 430 | 364 | 366 | 150 | 323 | 2859 | 5,964 |
WhiteMen's | 123 | 68.7 | 299 | 125 | 367 | 505 | 429 | 284 | 189 | 518 | 389 | 3105 | 300 | 519 | 147 | 260 | 430 | 364 | 366 | 150 | 323 | 2859 | 5,964 |
White / Red | 117 | 66.0 | 299 | 125 | 247 | 419 | 429 | 284 | 139 | 419 | 363 | 2724 | 276 | 519 | 104 | 260 | 430 | 243 | 366 | 150 | 323 | 2671 | 5,395 |
Red | 121 | 69.8 | 289 | 101 | 247 | 419 | 421 | 268 | 139 | 419 | 363 | 2666 | 276 | 498 | 104 | 248 | 417 | 243 | 354 | 138 | 308 | 2586 | 5,252 |
Red | 114 | 65.4 | 289 | 101 | 247 | 419 | 421 | 268 | 139 | 419 | 363 | 2666 | 276 | 498 | 104 | 248 | 417 | 243 | 354 | 138 | 308 | 2586 | 5,252 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Laurel View Country Club offers 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,647 | 129 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,290 | 132 | 75.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,290 | 126 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
White | 5,964 | 128 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,964 | 123 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
White / Red | 5,395 | 117 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,252 | 121 | 69.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,252 | 114 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Laurel View Country Club
Laurel View Country 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 Laurel View Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laurel View Country Club a public or private golf course?
Laurel View Country Club is a public golf course located in Hamden, CT. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Laurel View Country Club have?
Laurel View Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1970. The course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish.
What is the yardage at Laurel View Country Club?
From the White tees, Laurel View Country Club plays to 5,964 yards (par 73). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,252 to 6,647 yards.
What is the slope rating at Laurel View Country Club?
The Black tees at Laurel View Country Club have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Laurel View Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Laurel View Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Laurel View Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 203-287-2656 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Laurel View Country Club offer?
Laurel View Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Laurel View Country Club located?
Laurel View Country Club is located at 310 W Shepard Ave in Hamden, CT 06514. You can reach them at 203-287-2656.
What is the difficulty level at Laurel View Country Club?
Laurel View Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 62% 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 Laurel View Country Club?
Laurel View Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,647 yards, slope 129) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,252 yards, slope 114) 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 Laurel View Country Club?
Beginners at Laurel View Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,252 yards with a slope of 114. 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 Laurel View Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 123, rating 68.7) at Laurel View Country Club has a course handicap of 13, 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 Laurel View Country Club?
A typical round at Laurel View 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.