Taconic Golf Club
Course at a glance
Taconic Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Williamstown, Massachusetts (01267). The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek and opened in 1896. From the BLACK tees, Taconic Golf Club plays to 6,808 yards at par 71. The course offers 18 sets of tees ranging from 3,898 to 6,808 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 80.1, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 90% of rated golf courses in Massachusetts. It operates as a semi-private club — members hold preferred tee times, with limited outside play available. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Taconic Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Taconic Golf Club
Taconic Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Williamstown, Massachusetts (01267). The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek and established in 1896. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,808 yards with a par of 71. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 80.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 141, Taconic Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Massachusetts, playing harder than 90% 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 18 tee sets ranging from 3,898 to 6,808 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
6,808
Slope
141
Rating
80.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
141
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACKWomen's | 141 | 80.1 | 480 | 406 | 421 | 358 | 178 | 372 | 402 | 394 | 178 | 3189 | 506 | 478 | 377 | 403 | 163 | 441 | 460 | 246 | 545 | 3619 | 6,808 |
BLACKMen's | 134 | 73.5 | 480 | 406 | 421 | 358 | 178 | 372 | 402 | 394 | 178 | 3189 | 506 | 478 | 377 | 403 | 163 | 441 | 460 | 246 | 545 | 3619 | 6,808 |
BLACK/GOLD COMBOWomen's | 138 | 79.1 | 480 | 355 | 383 | 358 | 178 | 372 | 368 | 394 | 178 | 3066 | 506 | 449 | 377 | 403 | 163 | 441 | 430 | 221 | 545 | 3535 | 6,601 |
BLACK/GOLD COMBOMen's | 132 | 72.5 | 480 | 355 | 383 | 358 | 178 | 372 | 368 | 394 | 178 | 3066 | 506 | 449 | 377 | 403 | 163 | 441 | 430 | 221 | 545 | 3535 | 6,601 |
GOLDWomen's | 136 | 78.0 | 470 | 355 | 383 | 346 | 157 | 356 | 368 | 382 | 167 | 2984 | 498 | 449 | 363 | 377 | 152 | 426 | 430 | 221 | 510 | 3426 | 6,410 |
GOLDMen's | 131 | 71.8 | 470 | 355 | 383 | 346 | 157 | 356 | 368 | 382 | 167 | 2984 | 498 | 449 | 363 | 377 | 152 | 426 | 430 | 221 | 510 | 3426 | 6,410 |
GOLD/PURPLE COMBOWomen's | 132 | 76.3 | 470 | 339 | 373 | 346 | 157 | 335 | 350 | 382 | 167 | 2919 | 498 | 366 | 310 | 360 | 152 | 384 | 380 | 221 | 510 | 3181 | 6,100 |
GOLD/PURPLE COMBOMen's | 130 | 70.2 | 470 | 339 | 373 | 346 | 157 | 335 | 350 | 382 | 167 | 2919 | 498 | 366 | 310 | 360 | 152 | 384 | 380 | 221 | 510 | 3181 | 6,100 |
PURPLEWomen's | 129 | 74.8 | 450 | 339 | 373 | 318 | 135 | 335 | 350 | 360 | 152 | 2812 | 458 | 366 | 310 | 360 | 145 | 384 | 380 | 200 | 411 | 3014 | 5,826 |
PURPLEMen's | 128 | 68.9 | 450 | 339 | 373 | 318 | 135 | 335 | 350 | 360 | 152 | 2812 | 458 | 366 | 310 | 360 | 145 | 384 | 380 | 200 | 411 | 3014 | 5,826 |
PURPLE/WHITE COMBOWomen's | 126 | 72.1 | 450 | 324 | 344 | 318 | 135 | 257 | 293 | 297 | 152 | 2570 | 415 | 366 | 310 | 310 | 145 | 384 | 332 | 159 | 411 | 2832 | 5,402 |
PURPLE/WHITE COMBOMen's | 119 | 66.4 | 450 | 324 | 344 | 318 | 135 | 257 | 293 | 297 | 152 | 2570 | 415 | 366 | 310 | 310 | 145 | 384 | 332 | 159 | 411 | 2832 | 5,402 |
WHITEWomen's | 123 | 70.5 | 391 | 324 | 344 | 256 | 126 | 257 | 293 | 297 | 143 | 2431 | 415 | 315 | 300 | 310 | 128 | 361 | 332 | 159 | 392 | 2712 | 5,143 |
WHITEMen's | 117 | 65.8 | 391 | 324 | 344 | 256 | 126 | 257 | 293 | 297 | 143 | 2431 | 415 | 315 | 300 | 310 | 128 | 361 | 332 | 159 | 392 | 2712 | 5,143 |
WHITE/SILVERWomen's | 117 | 67.8 | 391 | 221 | 243 | 256 | 126 | 257 | 293 | 297 | 143 | 2227 | 415 | 247 | 300 | 310 | 128 | 250 | 332 | 59 | 392 | 2433 | 4,660 |
WHITE/SILVERMen's | 113 | 62.9 | 391 | 221 | 243 | 256 | 126 | 257 | 293 | 297 | 143 | 2227 | 415 | 247 | 300 | 310 | 128 | 250 | 332 | 59 | 392 | 2433 | 4,660 |
SILVERWomen's | 108 | 63.6 | 338 | 221 | 243 | 189 | 126 | 197 | 200 | 195 | 143 | 1852 | 353 | 247 | 210 | 203 | 128 | 250 | 259 | 59 | 337 | 2046 | 3,898 |
SILVERMen's | 104 | 59.5 | 338 | 221 | 243 | 189 | 126 | 197 | 200 | 195 | 143 | 1852 | 353 | 247 | 210 | 203 | 128 | 250 | 259 | 59 | 337 | 2046 | 3,898 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 12 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Taconic Golf Club offers 18 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 | 6,808 | 141 | 80.1 | 0-5 |
BLACK | 6,808 | 134 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
BLACK/GOLD COMBO | 6,601 | 138 | 79.1 | 5-15 |
BLACK/GOLD COMBO | 6,601 | 132 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
GOLD | 6,410 | 136 | 78.0 | 5-15 |
GOLD | 6,410 | 131 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
GOLD/PURPLE COMBO | 6,100 | 132 | 76.3 | 12-22 |
GOLD/PURPLE COMBO | 6,100 | 130 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
PURPLE | 5,826 | 129 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
PURPLE | 5,826 | 128 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
PURPLE/WHITE COMBO | 5,402 | 126 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
PURPLE/WHITE COMBO | 5,402 | 119 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,143 | 123 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,143 | 117 | 65.8 | 20-30 |
WHITE/SILVER | 4,660 | 117 | 67.8 | 25+ |
WHITE/SILVER | 4,660 | 113 | 62.9 | 25+ |
SILVER | 3,898 | 108 | 63.6 | 25+ |
SILVER | 3,898 | 104 | 59.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Taconic Golf Club
Taconic Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Taconic 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 Taconic Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Taconic Golf Club is a semi private golf course located in Williamstown, MA.
How many holes does Taconic Golf Club have?
Taconic Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1896. The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek.
What is the yardage at Taconic Golf Club?
From the PURPLE/WHITE COMBO tees, Taconic Golf Club plays to 5,402 yards (par 71). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 3,898 to 6,808 yards.
What is the slope rating at Taconic Golf Club?
The BLACK tees at Taconic Golf Club have a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 80.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Taconic Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Taconic Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Taconic Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.taconicgolf.com/ or call 413-458-3997 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Taconic Golf Club offer?
Taconic Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Taconic Golf Club located?
Taconic Golf Club is located at Meacham St in Williamstown, MA 01267. You can reach them at 413-458-3997.
What is the difficulty level at Taconic Golf Club?
Taconic Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 141. It plays harder than 90% 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 Taconic Golf Club?
Taconic Golf Club offers 18 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,808 yards, slope 141) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. SILVER tees (3,898 yards, slope 104) 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 Taconic Golf Club?
Beginners at Taconic Golf Club should play the SILVER tees, which play 3,898 yards with a slope of 104. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Taconic Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the PURPLE tees (slope 128, rating 68.9) at Taconic Golf Club has a course handicap of 15, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Taconic Golf Club?
A typical round at Taconic 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.