Oyster Harbors Club
Course at a glance
Oyster Harbors Club is an 18-hole golf course in Osterville, Massachusetts (02655). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1926. From the BLACK tees, Oyster Harbors Club plays to 6,807 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,429 to 6,807 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 73.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 91% of rated golf courses in Massachusetts. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Oyster Harbors Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Oyster Harbors Club
Oyster Harbors Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Osterville, Massachusetts (02655). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1926. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,807 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 73.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Oyster Harbors Club is one of the more challenging courses in Massachusetts, playing harder than 91% of rated 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 10 tee sets ranging from 5,429 to 6,807 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
6,807
Slope
132
Rating
73.8
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
142
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 132 | 73.8 | 410 | 491 | 147 | 515 | 214 | 405 | 372 | 392 | 356 | 3302 | 207 | 434 | 382 | 442 | 567 | 406 | 480 | 175 | 412 | 3505 | 6,807 |
BLUEWomen's | 142 | 78.4 | 390 | 462 | 139 | 501 | 188 | 392 | 361 | 370 | 342 | 3145 | 199 | 387 | 363 | 397 | 535 | 388 | 457 | 163 | 400 | 3289 | 6,434 |
BLUEMen's | 130 | 72.1 | 390 | 462 | 139 | 501 | 188 | 392 | 361 | 370 | 342 | 3145 | 199 | 387 | 363 | 397 | 535 | 388 | 457 | 163 | 400 | 3289 | 6,434 |
BLUE/WHITE COMBO | 123 | 70.0 | 368 | 462 | 139 | 501 | 188 | 348 | 361 | 353 | 303 | 3023 | 171 | 387 | 363 | 340 | 497 | 354 | 457 | 163 | 355 | 3087 | 6,110 |
WHITEWomen's | 133 | 75.6 | 368 | 437 | 115 | 475 | 157 | 348 | 339 | 353 | 303 | 2895 | 171 | 377 | 315 | 340 | 497 | 354 | 425 | 144 | 387 | 3010 | 5,905 |
WHITEMen's | 120 | 69.0 | 368 | 437 | 115 | 475 | 157 | 348 | 339 | 353 | 303 | 2895 | 171 | 377 | 315 | 340 | 497 | 354 | 425 | 144 | 355 | 2978 | 5,873 |
WHITE/GREEN COMBOWomen's | 130 | 73.6 | 352 | 423 | 115 | 466 | 149 | 348 | 339 | 343 | 303 | 2838 | 164 | 377 | 315 | 334 | 450 | 309 | 418 | 130 | 387 | 2884 | 5,722 |
WHITE/GREEN COMBOMen's | 117 | 67.5 | 352 | 423 | 115 | 466 | 149 | 348 | 339 | 343 | 303 | 2838 | 164 | 377 | 315 | 334 | 450 | 309 | 418 | 130 | 387 | 2884 | 5,722 |
GREENWomen's | 128 | 72.9 | 352 | 423 | 91 | 466 | 149 | 312 | 325 | 343 | 241 | 2702 | 164 | 343 | 246 | 334 | 450 | 309 | 418 | 130 | 333 | 2727 | 5,429 |
GREENMen's | 116 | 66.9 | 352 | 423 | 91 | 466 | 149 | 312 | 325 | 343 | 241 | 2702 | 164 | 343 | 246 | 334 | 450 | 309 | 418 | 130 | 333 | 2727 | 5,429 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Oyster Harbors Club offers 10 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 | 6,807 | 132 | 73.8 | 0-5 |
BLUE | 6,434 | 142 | 78.4 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,434 | 130 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE COMBO | 6,110 | 123 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,905 | 133 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,873 | 120 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GREEN COMBO | 5,722 | 130 | 73.6 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GREEN COMBO | 5,722 | 117 | 67.5 | 12-22 |
GREEN | 5,429 | 128 | 72.9 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,429 | 116 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Oyster Harbors Club
Oyster Harbors Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Oyster Harbors 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 Oyster Harbors Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Oyster Harbors Club is a private golf course located in Osterville, MA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Oyster Harbors Club have?expand_more
Oyster Harbors Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1926. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE COMBO tees, Oyster Harbors Club plays to 6,110 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,429 to 6,807 yards.
What is the slope rating at Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Oyster Harbors Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 73.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Oyster Harbors Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.oysterharborsclub.org/ or call 508-428-6666 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Oyster Harbors Club offer?expand_more
Oyster Harbors Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Oyster Harbors Club located?expand_more
Oyster Harbors Club is located at 170 Grand Island Dr in Osterville, MA 02655. You can reach them at 508-428-6666.
What is the difficulty level at Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
Oyster Harbors Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 91% 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 Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
Oyster Harbors Club offers 10 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,807 yards, slope 132) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. GREEN tees (5,429 yards, slope 116) 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 Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
Beginners at Oyster Harbors Club should play the GREEN tees, which play 5,429 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 120, rating 69.0) at Oyster Harbors Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Oyster Harbors Club?expand_more
A typical round at Oyster Harbors 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.