Saratoga National Golf Course
About Saratoga National Golf Course
Saratoga National Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in City of Saratoga Springs, New York.. From the Professional tees, the course plays to 7,241 yards with a par of 72. The Professional tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 75.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 144, Saratoga National Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in New York, playing harder than 94% of 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 12 tee sets ranging from 4,928 to 7,241 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
7,241
Slope
144
Rating
75.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
144
This Course
130
NY Average
113
US Average
Based on 540 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Professional | 144 | 75.3 | 416 | 382 | 438 | 550 | 238 | 573 | 208 | 422 | 395 | 3622 | 524 | 430 | 225 | 590 | 431 | 195 | 369 | 385 | 470 | 3619 | 7,241 |
Black/Blue | 141 | 74.1 | 416 | 382 | 438 | 510 | 203 | 573 | 192 | 422 | 395 | 3531 | 524 | 430 | 199 | 590 | 431 | 172 | 369 | 385 | 412 | 3512 | 7,043 |
Championship | 139 | 72.7 | 387 | 361 | 400 | 510 | 203 | 543 | 192 | 407 | 367 | 3370 | 497 | 384 | 199 | 560 | 393 | 172 | 350 | 363 | 412 | 3330 | 6,700 |
Blue/Gold | 137 | 71.7 | 387 | 361 | 400 | 486 | 165 | 543 | 165 | 407 | 367 | 3281 | 497 | 384 | 167 | 560 | 393 | 163 | 350 | 363 | 362 | 3239 | 6,520 |
Preferred | 140 | 75.5 | 360 | 300 | 380 | 486 | 165 | 519 | 165 | 393 | 334 | 3102 | 465 | 359 | 167 | 540 | 376 | 163 | 325 | 345 | 362 | 3102 | 6,204 |
Preferred | 131 | 70.3 | 360 | 300 | 380 | 486 | 165 | 519 | 165 | 393 | 334 | 3102 | 465 | 359 | 167 | 540 | 376 | 163 | 325 | 345 | 362 | 3102 | 6,204 |
Gold/Silver | 127 | 69.2 | 360 | 300 | 380 | 411 | 163 | 519 | 137 | 393 | 334 | 2997 | 465 | 359 | 157 | 540 | 376 | 112 | 325 | 345 | 337 | 3016 | 6,013 |
Preferred Plus | 122 | 67.7 | 313 | 284 | 372 | 411 | 163 | 479 | 137 | 352 | 308 | 2819 | 461 | 311 | 157 | 488 | 351 | 112 | 293 | 327 | 337 | 2837 | 5,656 |
Silver/Green | 114 | 66.1 | 313 | 284 | 372 | 401 | 110 | 479 | 82 | 352 | 308 | 2701 | 461 | 311 | 110 | 488 | 351 | 78 | 293 | 327 | 232 | 2651 | 5,352 |
Preferred Plus | 129 | 70.2 | 313 | 255 | 348 | 410 | 112 | 479 | 137 | 352 | 308 | 2714 | 420 | 311 | 114 | 488 | 351 | 115 | 265 | 279 | 236 | 2579 | 5,293 |
Forward | 121 | 68.2 | 300 | 251 | 344 | 406 | 110 | 438 | 82 | 308 | 272 | 2511 | 415 | 290 | 110 | 454 | 307 | 78 | 258 | 275 | 232 | 2419 | 4,930 |
Forward | 108 | 65.1 | 300 | 251 | 344 | 401 | 110 | 438 | 82 | 308 | 275 | 2509 | 415 | 290 | 110 | 454 | 307 | 78 | 258 | 275 | 232 | 2419 | 4,928 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 8 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Saratoga National Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Professional | 7,241 | 144 | 75.3 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 7,043 | 141 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
Championship | 6,700 | 139 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Blue/Gold | 6,520 | 137 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Preferred | 6,204 | 140 | 75.5 | 5-15 |
Preferred | 6,204 | 131 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
Gold/Silver | 6,013 | 127 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Preferred Plus | 5,656 | 122 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Silver/Green | 5,352 | 114 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Preferred Plus | 5,293 | 129 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
Forward | 4,930 | 121 | 68.2 | 25+ |
Forward | 4,928 | 108 | 65.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Saratoga National Golf Course
Saratoga National Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Saratoga National Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saratoga National Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Saratoga National Golf Course is a public golf course located in City of Saratoga Springs, NY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Saratoga National Golf Course have?expand_more
Saratoga National Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
From the Professional tees, Saratoga National Golf Course plays to 7,241 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,928 to 7,241 yards.
What is the slope rating at Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
The Professional tees at Saratoga National Golf Course have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 75.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Saratoga National Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Saratoga National Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Saratoga National Golf Course offer?expand_more
Saratoga National Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Saratoga National Golf Course located?expand_more
Saratoga National Golf Course is located in City of Saratoga Springs, NY.
What is the difficulty level at Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
Saratoga National Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 144. It plays harder than 94% 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 Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
Saratoga National Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Professional tees (7,241 yards, slope 144) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (4,928 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 Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Saratoga National Golf Course should play the Forward tees, which play 4,928 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 Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold/Silver tees (slope 127, rating 69.2) at Saratoga National Golf Course would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Saratoga National Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Saratoga National 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.