The Ridge Club
About The Ridge Club
The Ridge Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sandwich, Massachusetts (02563). The course was designed by Robert von Hagge and established in 1989. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,657 yards with a par of 71. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 139, The Ridge Club is one of the more challenging courses in Massachusetts, playing harder than 87% 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 12 tee sets ranging from 4,840 to 6,657 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
71
Length
6,657
Slope
138
Rating
73.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 138 | 73.0 | 364 | 155 | 524 | 389 | 397 | 401 | 196 | 413 | 415 | 3254 | 399 | 189 | 574 | 396 | 178 | 550 | 408 | 150 | 559 | 3403 | 6,657 |
BLACK/BLUE | 137 | 72.2 | 364 | 155 | 495 | 389 | 372 | 401 | 177 | 413 | 389 | 3155 | 399 | 182 | 559 | 396 | 167 | 550 | 398 | 150 | 529 | 3330 | 6,485 |
BLUE | 136 | 71.2 | 351 | 148 | 495 | 349 | 372 | 374 | 177 | 395 | 389 | 3050 | 375 | 182 | 559 | 382 | 167 | 518 | 398 | 139 | 529 | 3249 | 6,299 |
BLUE/WHITE HYBRID | 135 | 70.2 | 351 | 148 | 472 | 349 | 350 | 349 | 177 | 383 | 362 | 2941 | 355 | 182 | 537 | 349 | 167 | 518 | 382 | 139 | 529 | 3158 | 6,099 |
WHITE | 139 | 75.5 | 325 | 124 | 472 | 313 | 350 | 349 | 158 | 383 | 362 | 2836 | 355 | 159 | 537 | 349 | 135 | 478 | 382 | 124 | 499 | 3018 | 5,854 |
WHITE | 134 | 69.3 | 325 | 124 | 472 | 313 | 350 | 349 | 158 | 383 | 362 | 2836 | 355 | 159 | 537 | 349 | 135 | 478 | 382 | 124 | 499 | 3018 | 5,854 |
WHITE/GREEN HYBRID | 134 | 73.9 | 325 | 124 | 472 | 313 | 328 | 315 | 158 | 364 | 333 | 2732 | 340 | 159 | 504 | 331 | 135 | 460 | 344 | 124 | 499 | 2896 | 5,628 |
WHITE/GREEN HYBRID | 131 | 68.9 | 325 | 124 | 472 | 313 | 328 | 315 | 158 | 364 | 333 | 2732 | 340 | 159 | 504 | 331 | 135 | 460 | 344 | 124 | 499 | 2896 | 5,628 |
GREEN | 130 | 72.6 | 306 | 116 | 449 | 294 | 328 | 315 | 143 | 364 | 333 | 2648 | 340 | 128 | 504 | 331 | 127 | 460 | 344 | 102 | 478 | 2814 | 5,462 |
GREEN | 125 | 68.1 | 306 | 116 | 449 | 294 | 328 | 315 | 143 | 364 | 333 | 2648 | 340 | 128 | 504 | 331 | 127 | 460 | 344 | 102 | 478 | 2814 | 5,462 |
GREEN/GOLD HYBRID | 126 | 70.4 | 306 | 95 | 389 | 294 | 247 | 315 | 128 | 333 | 333 | 2440 | 340 | 128 | 465 | 285 | 127 | 460 | 313 | 102 | 388 | 2608 | 5,048 |
GOLD | 123 | 69.0 | 302 | 95 | 389 | 274 | 247 | 292 | 128 | 333 | 312 | 2372 | 291 | 113 | 465 | 285 | 116 | 417 | 313 | 80 | 388 | 2468 | 4,840 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Ridge Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,657 | 138 | 73.0 | 5-15 |
BLACK/BLUE | 6,485 | 137 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,299 | 136 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE HYBRID | 6,099 | 135 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,854 | 139 | 75.5 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,854 | 134 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GREEN HYBRID | 5,628 | 134 | 73.9 | 20-30 |
WHITE/GREEN HYBRID | 5,628 | 131 | 68.9 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,462 | 130 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,462 | 125 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
GREEN/GOLD HYBRID | 5,048 | 126 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 4,840 | 123 | 69.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Ridge Club
The Ridge Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Ridge Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Ridge Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Ridge Club is a public golf course located in Sandwich, MA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Ridge Club have?expand_more
The Ridge Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1989. The course was designed by Robert von Hagge.
What is the yardage at The Ridge Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE HYBRID tees, The Ridge Club plays to 6,099 yards (par 71). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,840 to 6,657 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Ridge Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at The Ridge Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Ridge Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Ridge Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Ridge Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Ridge Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Ridge Club offer?expand_more
The Ridge Club offers a pro shop.
Where is The Ridge Club located?expand_more
The Ridge Club is located at 70 Country Club Rd in Sandwich, MA 02563. You can reach them at 508-428-6800.
What is the difficulty level at The Ridge Club?expand_more
The Ridge Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 87% 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 The Ridge Club?expand_more
The Ridge Club offers 12 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,657 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. GOLD tees (4,840 yards, slope 123) 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 The Ridge Club?expand_more
Beginners at The Ridge Club should play the GOLD tees, which play 4,840 yards with a slope of 123. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Ridge Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE/GREEN HYBRID tees (slope 134, rating 73.9) at The Ridge Club would have a course handicap of 21 and an expected score of approximately 92. 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 The Ridge Club?expand_more
A typical round at The Ridge 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.