Salem Country Club
About Salem Country Club
Salem Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Peabody, Massachusetts (01960). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1933. From the GOLD tees, the course plays to 7,024 yards with a par of 72. The GOLD tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
Salem Country 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 9 tee sets ranging from 5,174 to 7,024 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
7,024
Slope
135
Rating
74.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GOLD | 135 | 74.5 | 425 | 426 | 169 | 396 | 506 | 225 | 392 | 517 | 466 | 3522 | 413 | 514 | 162 | 344 | 224 | 531 | 422 | 450 | 442 | 3502 | 7,024 |
ROSS/BLUE | 131 | 72.3 | 408 | 396 | 151 | 388 | 490 | 212 | 389 | 499 | 390 | 3323 | 404 | 484 | 154 | 342 | 187 | 525 | 405 | 410 | 385 | 3296 | 6,619 |
BLACK | 131 | 70.1 | 362 | 369 | 137 | 358 | 470 | 177 | 355 | 477 | 373 | 3078 | 362 | 452 | 135 | 301 | 175 | 488 | 390 | 384 | 377 | 3064 | 6,142 |
WHITE | 134 | 74.6 | 357 | 359 | 124 | 351 | 444 | 177 | 331 | 457 | 351 | 2951 | 357 | 429 | 129 | 297 | 141 | 478 | 380 | 374 | 352 | 2937 | 5,888 |
WHITE | 126 | 68.7 | 357 | 359 | 124 | 351 | 444 | 177 | 331 | 457 | 351 | 2951 | 357 | 429 | 129 | 297 | 141 | 478 | 380 | 374 | 352 | 2937 | 5,888 |
SILVER | 131 | 73.4 | 327 | 359 | 124 | 332 | 433 | 151 | 331 | 457 | 344 | 2858 | 357 | 419 | 129 | 268 | 141 | 455 | 380 | 374 | 308 | 2831 | 5,689 |
Silver | 122 | 67.5 | 327 | 359 | 124 | 332 | 433 | 151 | 331 | 457 | 344 | 2858 | 357 | 419 | 129 | 268 | 141 | 455 | 380 | 374 | 308 | 2831 | 5,689 |
GREEN | 127 | 70.0 | 327 | 287 | 115 | 332 | 433 | 151 | 279 | 367 | 296 | 2587 | 309 | 419 | 121 | 268 | 137 | 455 | 286 | 284 | 308 | 2587 | 5,174 |
Green | 114 | 65.1 | 327 | 287 | 115 | 332 | 433 | 151 | 279 | 367 | 296 | 2587 | 309 | 419 | 121 | 268 | 137 | 455 | 286 | 284 | 308 | 2587 | 5,174 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Salem Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GOLD | 7,024 | 135 | 74.5 | 0-5 |
ROSS/BLUE | 6,619 | 131 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
BLACK | 6,142 | 131 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,888 | 134 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,888 | 126 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
SILVER | 5,689 | 131 | 73.4 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,689 | 122 | 67.5 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,174 | 127 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,174 | 114 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Salem Country Club
Salem Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Salem Country 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 Salem Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Salem Country Club is a public golf course located in Peabody, MA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Salem Country Club have?expand_more
Salem Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1933. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Salem Country Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Salem Country Club plays to 5,888 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,174 to 7,024 yards.
What is the slope rating at Salem Country Club?expand_more
The GOLD tees at Salem Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Salem Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Salem Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Salem Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Salem Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.salemcountryclub.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Salem Country Club offer?expand_more
Salem Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Salem Country Club located?expand_more
Salem Country Club is located at 133 Forest St in Peabody, MA 01960. You can reach them at 978-532-2540.
What is the difficulty level at Salem Country Club?expand_more
Salem Country 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 Salem Country Club?expand_more
Salem Country Club offers 9 tee sets. GOLD tees (7,024 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,174 yards, slope 114) 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 Salem Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Salem Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,174 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Salem Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 126, rating 68.7) at Salem Country Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Salem Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Salem Country 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.