Great River Golf Club
About Great River Golf Club
Great River Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Milford, Connecticut (06460). The course was designed by Tommy Fazio and established in 2001. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,060 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 146 and a course rating of 74.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 148, Great River Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Connecticut, playing harder than 99% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,997 to 7,060 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
7,060
Slope
146
Rating
74.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
148
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 146 | 74.6 | 386 | 214 | 569 | 424 | 406 | 518 | 436 | 224 | 403 | 3580 | 197 | 431 | 410 | 543 | 397 | 156 | 424 | 545 | 377 | 3480 | 7,060 |
Blue | 142 | 72.8 | 352 | 209 | 526 | 410 | 381 | 505 | 420 | 206 | 388 | 3397 | 174 | 384 | 396 | 499 | 381 | 155 | 406 | 538 | 377 | 3310 | 6,707 |
Blue/White | 137 | 71.3 | 352 | 209 | 526 | 372 | 381 | 505 | 382 | 170 | 388 | 3285 | 174 | 363 | 374 | 499 | 381 | 155 | 378 | 508 | 377 | 3209 | 6,494 |
White | 148 | 76.6 | 334 | 185 | 498 | 384 | 355 | 480 | 400 | 177 | 361 | 3174 | 162 | 369 | 381 | 465 | 366 | 140 | 388 | 514 | 354 | 3139 | 6,313 |
White | 135 | 70.2 | 329 | 175 | 490 | 372 | 350 | 473 | 382 | 170 | 353 | 3094 | 144 | 363 | 374 | 452 | 362 | 129 | 378 | 508 | 344 | 3054 | 6,148 |
Green | 139 | 73.1 | 293 | 151 | 460 | 346 | 329 | 441 | 337 | 150 | 322 | 2829 | 117 | 327 | 338 | 406 | 331 | 93 | 321 | 461 | 302 | 2696 | 5,525 |
Green | 123 | 67.7 | 293 | 151 | 460 | 346 | 329 | 441 | 337 | 150 | 322 | 2829 | 117 | 327 | 338 | 406 | 331 | 93 | 321 | 461 | 302 | 2696 | 5,525 |
Red | 127 | 70.5 | 251 | 118 | 437 | 304 | 300 | 377 | 301 | 105 | 293 | 2486 | 104 | 306 | 285 | 402 | 322 | 86 | 314 | 410 | 282 | 2511 | 4,997 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Great River Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,060 | 146 | 74.6 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,707 | 142 | 72.8 | 0-5 |
Blue/White | 6,494 | 137 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,313 | 148 | 76.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,148 | 135 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,525 | 139 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,525 | 123 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,997 | 127 | 70.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Great River Golf Club
Great River Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Great River 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 Great River Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Great River Golf Club is a public golf course located in Milford, CT. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Great River Golf Club have?expand_more
Great River Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2001. The course was designed by Tommy Fazio.
What is the yardage at Great River Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Great River Golf Club plays to 6,494 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,997 to 7,060 yards.
What is the slope rating at Great River Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Great River Golf Club have a slope rating of 146 and a course rating of 74.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Great River Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Great River Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Great River Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Great River Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://greatrivergolfclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Great River Golf Club offer?expand_more
Great River Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Great River Golf Club located?expand_more
Great River Golf Club is located at 130 Coram Lane in Milford, CT 06460. You can reach them at 203-876-8051.
What is the difficulty level at Great River Golf Club?expand_more
Great River Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 148. It plays harder than 99% 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 Great River Golf Club?expand_more
Great River Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (7,060 yards, slope 146) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,997 yards, slope 127) 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 Great River Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Great River Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,997 yards with a slope of 127. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Great River Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 135, rating 70.2) at Great River Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Great River Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Great River 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.