Sakonnet Golf Club
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Course at a glance
Sakonnet Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Little Compton, Rhode Island (02837). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1899. From the BLUE tees, Sakonnet Golf Club plays to 6,320 yards at par 71. The course offers 21 sets of tees ranging from 2,285 to 6,320 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 76.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 55% of rated golf courses in Rhode Island. 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 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Sakonnet Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Sakonnet Golf Club
Sakonnet Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Little Compton, Rhode Island (02837). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1899. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,320 yards with a par of 71. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 76.5.
Walking is permitted.
Sakonnet Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 133, putting it in the upper half of courses in Rhode Island for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 21 tee sets ranging from 2,285 to 6,320 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 Rhode Island 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
6,320
Slope
133
Rating
76.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
133
This Course
131
RI Average
113
US Average
Based on 22 rated courses in Rhode Island
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUEWomen's | 133 | 76.5 | 393 | 180 | 477 | 406 | 368 | 214 | 384 | 360 | 176 | 2958 | 412 | 396 | 517 | 418 | 399 | 405 | 158 | 310 | 347 | 3362 | 6,320 |
BLUEMen's | 126 | 70.9 | 393 | 180 | 477 | 406 | 368 | 214 | 384 | 360 | 176 | 2958 | 412 | 396 | 517 | 418 | 399 | 405 | 158 | 310 | 347 | 3362 | 6,320 |
WHITEWomen's | 129 | 74.5 | 373 | 165 | 476 | 400 | 359 | 195 | 353 | 356 | 176 | 2853 | 374 | 359 | 465 | 413 | 376 | 390 | 150 | 295 | 331 | 3153 | 6,006 |
WHITEMen's | 125 | 69.2 | 373 | 165 | 476 | 400 | 359 | 195 | 353 | 356 | 176 | 2853 | 374 | 359 | 465 | 413 | 376 | 390 | 150 | 295 | 331 | 3153 | 6,006 |
RED | 125 | 72.6 | 360 | 155 | 467 | 393 | 351 | 158 | 337 | 340 | 148 | 2709 | 319 | 325 | 422 | 393 | 299 | 354 | 141 | 284 | 289 | 2826 | 5,535 |
RED | 120 | 66.8 | 360 | 155 | 467 | 393 | 351 | 158 | 337 | 340 | 148 | 2709 | 319 | 325 | 422 | 393 | 299 | 354 | 141 | 284 | 289 | 2826 | 5,535 |
RED/GREEN | 118 | 68.7 | 360 | 155 | 367 | 293 | 351 | 158 | 337 | 261 | 75 | 2357 | 264 | 325 | 357 | 393 | 299 | 354 | 141 | 248 | 205 | 2586 | 4,943 |
GREENWomen's | 115 | 66.9 | 300 | 155 | 367 | 293 | 292 | 158 | 267 | 261 | 75 | 2168 | 264 | 325 | 357 | 393 | 299 | 304 | 141 | 248 | 205 | 2536 | 4,704 |
GREENMen's | 114 | 63.7 | 300 | 155 | 367 | 293 | 292 | 158 | 267 | 261 | 75 | 2168 | 264 | 325 | 357 | 393 | 299 | 304 | 141 | 248 | 205 | 2536 | 4,704 |
INNER NINE BLUEWomen's | 126 | 37.6 | 393 | 180 | 477 | 406 | 368 | 214 | 384 | 310 | 347 | 3079 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,079 |
INNER NINE BLUEMen's | 115 | 35.0 | 393 | 180 | 477 | 406 | 368 | 214 | 384 | 310 | 347 | 3079 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,079 |
FAMILYWomen's | 89 | 59.0 | 199 | 68 | 280 | 185 | 190 | 82 | 180 | 165 | 165 | 1514 | 199 | 68 | 280 | 185 | 190 | 82 | 180 | 165 | 165 | 1514 | 3,028 |
FAMILYMen's | 100 | 57.6 | 199 | 68 | 280 | 185 | 190 | 82 | 180 | 165 | 165 | 1514 | 199 | 68 | 280 | 185 | 190 | 82 | 180 | 165 | 165 | 1514 | 3,028 |
INNER NINE WHITEWomen's | 125 | 36.9 | 373 | 165 | 476 | 400 | 359 | 195 | 353 | 295 | 331 | 2947 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,947 |
INNER NINE WHITEMen's | 114 | 34.5 | 373 | 165 | 476 | 400 | 359 | 195 | 353 | 295 | 331 | 2947 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,947 |
INNER NINE RED | 124 | 35.8 | 360 | 155 | 467 | 393 | 351 | 158 | 337 | 284 | 289 | 2794 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,794 |
INNER NINE RED | 114 | 33.5 | 360 | 155 | 467 | 393 | 351 | 158 | 337 | 284 | 289 | 2794 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,794 |
INNER NINE RED/GREEN | 116 | 34.3 | 360 | 155 | 367 | 293 | 351 | 158 | 337 | 248 | 205 | 2474 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,474 |
INNER NINE RED/GREEN | 112 | 32.0 | 360 | 155 | 367 | 293 | 351 | 158 | 337 | 248 | 205 | 2474 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,474 |
INNER NINE GREENWomen's | 112 | 32.9 | 300 | 155 | 367 | 293 | 292 | 158 | 267 | 248 | 205 | 2285 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,285 |
INNER NINE GREENMen's | 113 | 31.4 | 300 | 155 | 367 | 293 | 292 | 158 | 267 | 248 | 205 | 2285 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,285 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 7 | 11 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sakonnet Golf Club offers 21 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 | 6,320 | 133 | 76.5 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,320 | 126 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,006 | 129 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 6,006 | 125 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
RED | 5,535 | 125 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,535 | 120 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
RED/GREEN | 4,943 | 118 | 68.7 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,704 | 115 | 66.9 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,704 | 114 | 63.7 | 25+ |
INNER NINE BLUE | 3,079 | 126 | 37.6 | 25+ |
INNER NINE BLUE | 3,079 | 115 | 35.0 | 25+ |
FAMILY | 3,028 | 89 | 59.0 | 25+ |
FAMILY | 3,028 | 100 | 57.6 | 25+ |
INNER NINE WHITE | 2,947 | 125 | 36.9 | 25+ |
INNER NINE WHITE | 2,947 | 114 | 34.5 | 25+ |
INNER NINE RED | 2,794 | 124 | 35.8 | 25+ |
INNER NINE RED | 2,794 | 114 | 33.5 | 25+ |
INNER NINE RED/GREEN | 2,474 | 116 | 34.3 | 25+ |
INNER NINE RED/GREEN | 2,474 | 112 | 32.0 | 25+ |
INNER NINE GREEN | 2,285 | 112 | 32.9 | 25+ |
INNER NINE GREEN | 2,285 | 113 | 31.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Sakonnet Golf Club
Sakonnet Golf 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 Sakonnet Golf 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 Sakonnet Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sakonnet Golf Club is a private golf course located in Little Compton, RI. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Sakonnet Golf Club have?expand_more
Sakonnet Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1899. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Sakonnet Golf Club plays to 6,006 yards (par 71). The course offers 21 tee sets ranging from 2,285 to 6,320 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Sakonnet Golf Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 76.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sakonnet Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://sakonnetgc.com/ or call 401-635-4706 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Sakonnet Golf Club offer?expand_more
Sakonnet Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Sakonnet Golf Club located?expand_more
Sakonnet Golf Club is located at 79 Sakonnet Point Rd in Little Compton, RI 02837. You can reach them at 401-635-4706.
What is the difficulty level at Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
Sakonnet Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 133. It plays harder than 55% of golf courses in Rhode Island. The average slope rating in Rhode Island is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
Sakonnet Golf Club offers 21 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,320 yards, slope 133) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. INNER NINE GREEN tees (2,285 yards, slope 113) 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 Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Sakonnet Golf Club should play the INNER NINE GREEN tees, which play 2,285 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the INNER NINE BLUE tees (slope 115, rating 35.0) at Sakonnet Golf Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 50. 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 Sakonnet Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Sakonnet Golf 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.