Woods Hole Golf Club
About Woods Hole Golf Club
Woods Hole Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Falmouth, Massachusetts (02543). The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek and established in 1899. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,230 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 76.9.
Walking is permitted.
Woods Hole Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Massachusetts for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,068 to 6,230 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 Massachusetts 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
6,230
Slope
134
Rating
76.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
129
MA Average
113
US Average
Based on 336 rated courses in Massachusetts
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 | 134 | 76.9 | 322 | 414 | 164 | 346 | 362 | 122 | 400 | 522 | 370 | 3022 | 372 | 535 | 504 | 190 | 304 | 372 | 446 | 132 | 353 | 3208 | 6,230 |
BLUE | 135 | 71.0 | 322 | 414 | 164 | 346 | 362 | 122 | 400 | 522 | 370 | 3022 | 372 | 535 | 504 | 190 | 304 | 372 | 446 | 132 | 353 | 3208 | 6,230 |
WHITE | 129 | 75.1 | 309 | 388 | 150 | 324 | 349 | 116 | 382 | 482 | 352 | 2852 | 367 | 516 | 471 | 179 | 299 | 318 | 427 | 114 | 343 | 3034 | 5,886 |
WHITE | 130 | 69.5 | 309 | 388 | 150 | 324 | 349 | 116 | 382 | 482 | 352 | 2852 | 367 | 516 | 471 | 179 | 299 | 318 | 427 | 114 | 343 | 3034 | 5,886 |
RED | 124 | 72.1 | 298 | 371 | 143 | 318 | 343 | 110 | 307 | 436 | 336 | 2662 | 345 | 420 | 441 | 174 | 295 | 286 | 420 | 111 | 236 | 2728 | 5,390 |
RED | 120 | 67.3 | 298 | 371 | 143 | 318 | 343 | 110 | 307 | 436 | 336 | 2662 | 345 | 420 | 441 | 174 | 295 | 286 | 420 | 111 | 236 | 2728 | 5,390 |
RED/GOLD | 119 | 70.0 | 298 | 371 | 143 | 252 | 343 | 110 | 307 | 436 | 336 | 2596 | 300 | 420 | 441 | 110 | 238 | 286 | 346 | 111 | 220 | 2472 | 5,068 |
RED/GOLD | 118 | 65.3 | 298 | 371 | 143 | 252 | 343 | 110 | 307 | 436 | 336 | 2596 | 300 | 420 | 441 | 110 | 238 | 286 | 346 | 111 | 220 | 2472 | 5,068 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Woods Hole Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,230 | 134 | 76.9 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,230 | 135 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 5,886 | 129 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,886 | 130 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
RED | 5,390 | 124 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,390 | 120 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
RED/GOLD | 5,068 | 119 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
RED/GOLD | 5,068 | 118 | 65.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Woods Hole Golf Club
Woods Hole Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Woods Hole 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 Woods Hole Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Woods Hole Golf Club is a public golf course located in Falmouth, MA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Woods Hole Golf Club have?expand_more
Woods Hole Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1899. The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek.
What is the yardage at Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Woods Hole Golf Club plays to 5,886 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,068 to 6,230 yards.
What is the slope rating at Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Woods Hole Golf Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 76.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Woods Hole Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Woods Hole Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.woodsholegolfclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Woods Hole Golf Club offer?expand_more
Woods Hole Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Woods Hole Golf Club located?expand_more
Woods Hole Golf Club is located at 130 Quissett Ave in Falmouth, MA 02543. You can reach them at 508-548-2932.
What is the difficulty level at Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
Woods Hole Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 71% of golf courses in Massachusetts. The average slope rating in Massachusetts is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
Woods Hole Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,230 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED/GOLD tees (5,068 yards, slope 118) 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 Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Woods Hole Golf Club should play the RED/GOLD tees, which play 5,068 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the RED tees (slope 124, rating 72.1) at Woods Hole Golf Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. 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 Woods Hole Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Woods Hole 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.