Woods Hole Golf Club
Course at a glance
Woods Hole Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Falmouth, Massachusetts (02543). The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek and opened in 1899. From the BLUE tees, Woods Hole Golf Club plays to 6,230 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,068 to 6,230 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 76.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 68% of rated golf courses in Massachusetts. 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 71-80 bunkers. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at 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
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
129
MA Average
113
US Average
Based on 331 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUEWomen's | 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 |
BLUEMen's | 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 |
WHITEWomen's | 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 |
WHITEMen's | 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/GOLDWomen's | 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/GOLDMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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 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 Woods Hole Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. 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
Visit the official course website at https://www.woodsholegolfclub.com/ or call 508-548-2932 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Woods Hole Golf Club offer?expand_more
Woods Hole Golf Club offers a driving range, 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 68% 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 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 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.