Lake Sunapee Country Club
Course at a glance
Lake Sunapee Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in New London, New Hampshire (03257). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1929. From the Black tees, Lake Sunapee Country Club plays to 6,704 yards at par 70. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 4,451 to 6,704 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 72.2, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 51% of rated golf courses in New Hampshire. 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 61-70 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Lake Sunapee Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Lake Sunapee Country Club
Lake Sunapee Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in New London, New Hampshire (03257). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1929. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,704 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 72.2.
Walking is permitted.
Lake Sunapee Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in New Hampshire for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,451 to 6,704 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 New Hampshire 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
6,704
Slope
125
Rating
72.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
129
NH Average
113
US Average
Based on 66 rated courses in New Hampshire
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 | 125 | 72.2 | 412 | 387 | 437 | 150 | 330 | 524 | 429 | 193 | 428 | 3290 | 386 | 391 | 240 | 399 | 396 | 182 | 483 | 500 | 437 | 3414 | 6,704 |
BlueMen's | 121 | 70.8 | 399 | 371 | 422 | 137 | 310 | 509 | 394 | 182 | 391 | 3115 | 367 | 376 | 239 | 378 | 376 | 170 | 448 | 481 | 423 | 3258 | 6,373 |
BLUEWomen's | 131 | 76.6 | 401 | 367 | 410 | 137 | 316 | 500 | 388 | 185 | 378 | 3082 | 354 | 372 | 232 | 361 | 385 | 160 | 440 | 479 | 422 | 3205 | 6,287 |
White/Blue | 119 | 69.6 | 359 | 371 | 406 | 137 | 310 | 509 | 371 | 182 | 368 | 3013 | 341 | 376 | 213 | 350 | 376 | 170 | 399 | 481 | 381 | 3087 | 6,100 |
WhiteMen's | 117 | 68.2 | 359 | 330 | 406 | 122 | 282 | 496 | 371 | 174 | 368 | 2908 | 341 | 358 | 213 | 350 | 332 | 149 | 399 | 453 | 381 | 2976 | 5,884 |
WHITEWomen's | 125 | 74.0 | 363 | 320 | 394 | 126 | 282 | 493 | 367 | 173 | 357 | 2875 | 348 | 346 | 224 | 330 | 322 | 140 | 394 | 456 | 374 | 2934 | 5,809 |
GoldMen's | 110 | 66.8 | 339 | 311 | 374 | 92 | 253 | 456 | 312 | 144 | 341 | 2622 | 316 | 311 | 230 | 312 | 324 | 138 | 399 | 445 | 361 | 2836 | 5,458 |
GOLDWomen's | 119 | 71.4 | 339 | 311 | 369 | 90 | 253 | 456 | 308 | 144 | 334 | 2604 | 303 | 306 | 216 | 292 | 316 | 131 | 380 | 438 | 343 | 2725 | 5,329 |
NHGA Tournament Series | 114 | 69.7 | 339 | 311 | 374 | 90 | 253 | 456 | 270 | 144 | 280 | 2517 | 303 | 306 | 216 | 292 | 260 | 131 | 380 | 355 | 310 | 2553 | 5,070 |
RED | 110 | 66.5 | 307 | 200 | 374 | 90 | 210 | 373 | 270 | 144 | 280 | 2248 | 255 | 240 | 150 | 208 | 260 | 131 | 310 | 355 | 310 | 2219 | 4,467 |
Red | 104 | 62.3 | 307 | 200 | 374 | 92 | 210 | 373 | 270 | 144 | 280 | 2250 | 255 | 240 | 150 | 208 | 245 | 138 | 300 | 355 | 310 | 2201 | 4,451 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Sunapee Country Club offers 11 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 | 6,704 | 125 | 72.2 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,373 | 121 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,287 | 131 | 76.6 | 5-15 |
White/Blue | 6,100 | 119 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,884 | 117 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,809 | 125 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,458 | 110 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,329 | 119 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
NHGA Tournament Series | 5,070 | 114 | 69.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,467 | 110 | 66.5 | 25+ |
Red | 4,451 | 104 | 62.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Sunapee Country Club
Lake Sunapee Country 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 Lake Sunapee Country 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 Lake Sunapee Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Sunapee Country Club is a private golf course located in New London, NH. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Lake Sunapee Country Club have?expand_more
Lake Sunapee Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1929. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
From the White/Blue tees, Lake Sunapee Country Club plays to 6,100 yards (par 70). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,451 to 6,704 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Lake Sunapee Country Club have a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 72.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Sunapee Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.lakesunapeecc.com/ or call 603-526-6440 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Sunapee Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Sunapee Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Lake Sunapee Country Club located?expand_more
Lake Sunapee Country Club is located at Country Club Ln in New London, NH 03257. You can reach them at 603-526-6440.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
Lake Sunapee Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 51% of golf courses in New Hampshire. The average slope rating in New Hampshire is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
Lake Sunapee Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Black tees (6,704 yards, slope 125) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,451 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 Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Sunapee Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,451 yards with a slope of 104. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 125, rating 74.0) at Lake Sunapee Country Club would have a course handicap of 18 and an expected score of approximately 91. 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 Lake Sunapee Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Sunapee Country 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.