Knollwood Country Club
Course at a glance
Knollwood Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Elmsford, New York (10523). The course was designed by Lawrence Van Etten and opened in 1894. From the Blue tees, Knollwood Country Club plays to 6,552 yards at par 71. The course offers 5 sets of tees ranging from 5,625 to 6,552 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.1, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 85% of rated golf courses in New York. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Knollwood Country Club.
About Knollwood Country Club
Knollwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Elmsford, New York (10523). The course was designed by Lawrence Van Etten and established in 1894. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,552 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 140, Knollwood Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in New York, playing harder than 85% of rated 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 5 tee sets ranging from 5,625 to 6,552 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
71
Length
6,552
Slope
137
Rating
72.1
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
140
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 | 72.1 | 369 | 401 | 129 | 396 | 535 | 432 | 383 | 198 | 513 | 3356 | 401 | 214 | 329 | 363 | 301 | 390 | 191 | 534 | 473 | 3196 | 6,552 |
WhiteMen's | 133 | 70.5 | 352 | 386 | 114 | 351 | 521 | 423 | 367 | 191 | 501 | 3206 | 371 | 205 | 321 | 347 | 278 | 370 | 170 | 525 | 406 | 2993 | 6,199 |
WhiteWomen's | 140 | 77.1 | 340 | 386 | 113 | 351 | 521 | 423 | 367 | 191 | 501 | 3193 | 371 | 205 | 321 | 347 | 277 | 370 | 170 | 525 | 406 | 2992 | 6,185 |
Gold | 126 | 67.9 | 298 | 370 | 110 | 349 | 460 | 341 | 349 | 133 | 435 | 2845 | 360 | 191 | 311 | 319 | 252 | 337 | 164 | 493 | 399 | 2826 | 5,671 |
Red | 137 | 73.3 | 292 | 357 | 102 | 343 | 445 | 341 | 334 | 170 | 432 | 2816 | 353 | 181 | 306 | 313 | 250 | 334 | 159 | 489 | 424 | 2809 | 5,625 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Knollwood Country Club offers 5 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 | 6,552 | 137 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
White | 6,199 | 133 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
White | 6,185 | 140 | 77.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,671 | 126 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,625 | 137 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Knollwood Country Club
Knollwood 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
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Knollwood Country Club. 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 Knollwood Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Knollwood Country Club is a public golf course located in Elmsford, NY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Knollwood Country Club have?expand_more
Knollwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1894. The course was designed by Lawrence Van Etten.
What is the yardage at Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Knollwood Country Club plays to 6,199 yards (par 71). The course offers 5 tee sets ranging from 5,625 to 6,552 yards.
What is the slope rating at Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Knollwood Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Knollwood Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.kccclub.org/ or call 914-592-6182 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Knollwood Country Club offer?expand_more
Knollwood Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Knollwood Country Club located?expand_more
Knollwood Country Club is located at Knollwood Rd in Elmsford, NY 10523. You can reach them at 914-592-6182.
What is the difficulty level at Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
Knollwood Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 85% 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 Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
Knollwood Country Club offers 5 tee sets. Blue tees (6,552 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,625 yards, slope 137) 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 Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Knollwood Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,625 yards with a slope of 137. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 140, rating 77.1) at Knollwood Country Club would have a course handicap of 24 and an expected score of approximately 96. 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 Knollwood Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Knollwood 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.