Rochester Golf & Country Club
About Rochester Golf & Country Club
Rochester Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Rochester, Minnesota (55902). The course was designed by A. W. Tillinghast and established in 1916. From the Green tees, the course plays to 6,560 yards with a par of 70. The Green tees carry a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 71.5.
Walking is permitted.
Rochester Golf & Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in Minnesota for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,818 to 6,560 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 Minnesota 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
70
Length
6,560
Slope
124
Rating
71.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
130
MN Average
113
US Average
Based on 321 rated courses in Minnesota
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 124 | 71.5 | 377 | 409 | 215 | 578 | 192 | 566 | 354 | 379 | 455 | 3525 | 323 | 115 | 436 | 344 | 159 | 431 | 398 | 411 | 418 | 3035 | 6,560 |
Blue | 131 | 75.5 | 352 | 384 | 193 | 547 | 178 | 528 | 322 | 371 | 421 | 3296 | 319 | 108 | 430 | 338 | 152 | 398 | 389 | 387 | 392 | 2913 | 6,209 |
Blue | 121 | 69.9 | 352 | 384 | 193 | 547 | 178 | 528 | 322 | 371 | 421 | 3296 | 319 | 108 | 430 | 338 | 152 | 398 | 389 | 387 | 392 | 2913 | 6,209 |
Blue/White Combo | 129 | 73.9 | 312 | 355 | 164 | 547 | 150 | 528 | 322 | 371 | 393 | 3142 | 319 | 108 | 411 | 338 | 152 | 348 | 366 | 387 | 374 | 2803 | 5,945 |
Blue/White Combo | 119 | 68.7 | 312 | 355 | 164 | 547 | 150 | 528 | 322 | 371 | 393 | 3142 | 319 | 108 | 411 | 338 | 152 | 348 | 366 | 387 | 374 | 2803 | 5,945 |
White | 126 | 72.8 | 312 | 355 | 164 | 510 | 150 | 486 | 286 | 366 | 393 | 3022 | 299 | 102 | 411 | 323 | 133 | 348 | 366 | 364 | 374 | 2720 | 5,742 |
White | 117 | 67.8 | 312 | 355 | 164 | 510 | 150 | 486 | 286 | 366 | 393 | 3022 | 299 | 102 | 411 | 323 | 133 | 348 | 366 | 364 | 374 | 2720 | 5,742 |
White/Yellow Combo | 121 | 70.5 | 312 | 289 | 151 | 510 | 116 | 486 | 265 | 366 | 393 | 2888 | 224 | 102 | 361 | 323 | 114 | 315 | 297 | 364 | 328 | 2428 | 5,316 |
White/Yellow Combo | 112 | 65.9 | 312 | 289 | 151 | 510 | 116 | 486 | 265 | 366 | 393 | 2888 | 224 | 102 | 361 | 323 | 114 | 315 | 297 | 364 | 328 | 2428 | 5,316 |
Yellow | 116 | 67.7 | 307 | 289 | 151 | 386 | 116 | 474 | 265 | 233 | 336 | 2557 | 224 | 80 | 361 | 280 | 114 | 315 | 297 | 262 | 328 | 2261 | 4,818 |
Yellow | 108 | 63.8 | 307 | 289 | 151 | 386 | 116 | 474 | 265 | 233 | 336 | 2557 | 224 | 80 | 361 | 280 | 114 | 315 | 297 | 262 | 328 | 2261 | 4,818 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Rochester Golf & Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 6,560 | 124 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,209 | 131 | 75.5 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,209 | 121 | 69.9 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Combo | 5,945 | 129 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Combo | 5,945 | 119 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
White | 5,742 | 126 | 72.8 | 12-22 |
White | 5,742 | 117 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
White/Yellow Combo | 5,316 | 121 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
White/Yellow Combo | 5,316 | 112 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 4,818 | 116 | 67.7 | 25+ |
Yellow | 4,818 | 108 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Rochester Golf & Country Club
Rochester Golf & Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Rochester Golf & 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 Rochester Golf & Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Rochester Golf & Country Club is a public golf course located in Rochester, MN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Rochester Golf & Country Club have?expand_more
Rochester Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1916. The course was designed by A. W. Tillinghast.
What is the yardage at Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Rochester Golf & Country Club plays to 5,945 yards (par 70). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,818 to 6,560 yards.
What is the slope rating at Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
The Green tees at Rochester Golf & Country Club have a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 71.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Rochester Golf & Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Rochester Golf & Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.rgcc.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Rochester Golf & Country Club offer?expand_more
Rochester Golf & Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Rochester Golf & Country Club located?expand_more
Rochester Golf & Country Club is located at 3100 Country Club Rd Sw in Rochester, MN 55902. You can reach them at 507-282-3170.
What is the difficulty level at Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Rochester Golf & Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 52% of golf courses in Minnesota. The average slope rating in Minnesota is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Rochester Golf & Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Green tees (6,560 yards, slope 124) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Yellow tees (4,818 yards, slope 108) 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 Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Rochester Golf & Country Club should play the Yellow tees, which play 4,818 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 126, rating 72.8) at Rochester Golf & Country Club would have a course handicap of 20 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Rochester Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Rochester Golf & 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.