Mark Twain Golf Course
Course at a glance
Mark Twain Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Elmira, New York (14903). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1939. From the Blue tees, Mark Twain Golf Course plays to 6,656 yards at par 72. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 4,985 to 6,656 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.1, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 74% of rated golf courses in New York. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Mark Twain Golf Course.
About Mark Twain Golf Course
Mark Twain Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Elmira, New York (14903). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1939. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,656 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.1.
Walking is permitted.
Mark Twain Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in New York for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,985 to 6,656 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 York 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
6,656
Slope
137
Rating
73.1
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
130
NY Average
113
US Average
Based on 527 rated courses in New York
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 137 | 73.1 | 395 | 397 | 460 | 170 | 555 | 390 | 154 | 362 | 430 | 3313 | 423 | 180 | 486 | 400 | 384 | 192 | 401 | 458 | 419 | 3343 | 6,656 |
White | 132 | 71.2 | 378 | 381 | 437 | 160 | 522 | 382 | 148 | 304 | 405 | 3117 | 404 | 167 | 477 | 388 | 364 | 181 | 367 | 453 | 393 | 3194 | 6,311 |
GoldWomen's | 128 | 71.7 | 325 | 269 | 428 | 150 | 441 | 275 | 142 | 295 | 328 | 2653 | 324 | 158 | 461 | 267 | 310 | 168 | 291 | 441 | 283 | 2703 | 5,356 |
GoldMen's | 124 | 66.3 | 325 | 269 | 428 | 150 | 441 | 275 | 142 | 295 | 328 | 2653 | 324 | 158 | 461 | 267 | 310 | 168 | 291 | 441 | 283 | 2703 | 5,356 |
Red | 126 | 69.6 | 304 | 265 | 348 | 143 | 438 | 270 | 118 | 286 | 325 | 2497 | 320 | 152 | 354 | 264 | 306 | 115 | 285 | 412 | 280 | 2488 | 4,985 |
Red | 122 | 64.4 | 304 | 265 | 348 | 143 | 438 | 270 | 118 | 286 | 325 | 2497 | 320 | 152 | 354 | 264 | 306 | 115 | 285 | 412 | 280 | 2488 | 4,985 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Mark Twain Golf Course offers 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,656 | 137 | 73.1 | 5-15 |
White | 6,311 | 132 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,356 | 128 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,356 | 124 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,985 | 126 | 69.6 | 25+ |
Red | 4,985 | 122 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Mark Twain Golf Course
Mark Twain Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Mark Twain Golf Course. 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 Mark Twain Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Mark Twain Golf Course is a public golf course located in Elmira, NY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Mark Twain Golf Course have?expand_more
Mark Twain Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1939. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Mark Twain Golf Course plays to 6,311 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,985 to 6,656 yards.
What is the slope rating at Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Mark Twain Golf Course have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Mark Twain Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://golftwain.com/ or call 607-737-5770 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Mark Twain Golf Course offer?expand_more
Mark Twain Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Mark Twain Golf Course located?expand_more
Mark Twain Golf Course is located at 2275 Corning Rd in Elmira, NY 14903. You can reach them at 607-737-5770.
What is the difficulty level at Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
Mark Twain Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 74% of golf courses in New York. The average slope rating in New York is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
Mark Twain Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,656 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,985 yards, slope 122) 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 Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Mark Twain Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 4,985 yards with a slope of 122. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 124, rating 66.3) at Mark Twain Golf Course would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Mark Twain Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Mark Twain Golf Course 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.