Madison Country Club
Course at a glance
Madison Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Madison, Connecticut (06443). The course was designed by Willie Park, Jr. and opened in 1909. From the Gold tees, Madison Country Club plays to 6,406 yards at par 70. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 4,734 to 6,406 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 67% of rated golf courses in Connecticut. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Madison Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Madison Country Club
Madison Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Madison, Connecticut (06443). The course was designed by Willie Park, Jr. and established in 1909. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,406 yards with a par of 70. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.4.
Walking is permitted.
Madison Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, 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 11 tee sets ranging from 4,734 to 6,406 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
70
Length
6,406
Slope
134
Rating
71.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
134
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 134 | 71.4 | 377 | 138 | 440 | 348 | 344 | 475 | 356 | 352 | 159 | 2989 | 317 | 211 | 433 | 203 | 580 | 438 | 436 | 356 | 443 | 3417 | 6,406 |
Combo Gold/Black | 129 | 70.1 | 378 | 138 | 424 | 348 | 344 | 485 | 356 | 299 | 159 | 2931 | 317 | 211 | 409 | 203 | 580 | 408 | 391 | 369 | 426 | 3314 | 6,245 |
Combo Black/White | 122 | 66.3 | 378 | 138 | 424 | 348 | 344 | 485 | 356 | 299 | 159 | 2931 | 317 | 211 | 409 | 203 | 580 | 408 | 391 | 369 | 426 | 3314 | 6,245 |
BlackMen's | 127 | 69.2 | 357 | 126 | 424 | 309 | 333 | 466 | 348 | 289 | 141 | 2793 | 310 | 199 | 409 | 192 | 558 | 408 | 391 | 341 | 426 | 3234 | 6,027 |
BlackWomen's | 129 | 74.8 | 347 | 126 | 424 | 299 | 333 | 466 | 348 | 289 | 131 | 2763 | 310 | 194 | 399 | 187 | 558 | 398 | 381 | 331 | 416 | 3174 | 5,937 |
Combo White/Black | 126 | 72.2 | 357 | 126 | 283 | 299 | 333 | 401 | 348 | 289 | 131 | 2567 | 310 | 175 | 399 | 164 | 457 | 314 | 352 | 331 | 416 | 2918 | 5,485 |
Combo White/Green | 118 | 68.9 | 357 | 126 | 283 | 299 | 333 | 401 | 348 | 289 | 131 | 2567 | 310 | 175 | 399 | 164 | 457 | 314 | 352 | 331 | 416 | 2918 | 5,485 |
WhiteWomen's | 119 | 70.0 | 324 | 111 | 283 | 269 | 309 | 401 | 317 | 220 | 124 | 2358 | 284 | 175 | 366 | 164 | 457 | 314 | 352 | 235 | 384 | 2731 | 5,089 |
WhiteMen's | 118 | 65.1 | 324 | 111 | 283 | 269 | 309 | 401 | 317 | 220 | 124 | 2358 | 284 | 175 | 366 | 164 | 457 | 314 | 352 | 235 | 384 | 2731 | 5,089 |
GreenWomen's | 114 | 67.4 | 317 | 106 | 278 | 259 | 284 | 386 | 269 | 210 | 113 | 2222 | 278 | 152 | 353 | 146 | 444 | 302 | 232 | 229 | 376 | 2512 | 4,734 |
GreenMen's | 108 | 63.0 | 317 | 106 | 278 | 259 | 284 | 386 | 269 | 210 | 113 | 2222 | 278 | 152 | 353 | 146 | 444 | 302 | 232 | 229 | 376 | 2512 | 4,734 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 12 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Madison Country Club offers 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,406 | 134 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Combo Gold/Black | 6,245 | 129 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
Combo Black/White | 6,245 | 122 | 66.3 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,027 | 127 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Black | 5,937 | 129 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
Combo White/Black | 5,485 | 126 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
Combo White/Green | 5,485 | 118 | 68.9 | 20-30 |
White | 5,089 | 119 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
White | 5,089 | 118 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,734 | 114 | 67.4 | 25+ |
Green | 4,734 | 108 | 63.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Madison Country Club
Madison Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Madison Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madison Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Madison Country Club is a private golf course located in Madison, CT. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Madison Country Club have?expand_more
Madison Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1909. The course was designed by Willie Park, Jr..
What is the yardage at Madison Country Club?expand_more
From the Combo Black/White tees, Madison Country Club plays to 6,245 yards (par 70). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,734 to 6,406 yards.
What is the slope rating at Madison Country Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Madison Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Madison Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Madison Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Madison Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.madisoncountryclub.org/ or call 203-245-2336 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Madison Country Club offer?expand_more
Madison Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Madison Country Club located?expand_more
Madison Country Club is located at 8 W Wharf Rd in Madison, CT 06443. You can reach them at 203-245-2336.
What is the difficulty level at Madison Country Club?expand_more
Madison Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 67% 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 Madison Country Club?expand_more
Madison Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Gold tees (6,406 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (4,734 yards, slope 108) 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 Madison Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Madison Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,734 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Madison Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Combo White/Black tees (slope 126, rating 72.2) at Madison Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. This uses the 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 Madison Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Madison Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.