The Misquamicut Club
Course at a glance
The Misquamicut Club is an 18-hole golf course in Watch Hill, Rhode Island (02891). The course was designed by Willie Anderson and opened in 1895. From the BLUE tees, The Misquamicut Club plays to 6,224 yards at par 69. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 3,432 to 6,224 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.2, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 20% 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 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at The Misquamicut Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About The Misquamicut Club
The Misquamicut Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Watch Hill, Rhode Island (02891). The course was designed by Willie Anderson and established in 1895. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,224 yards with a par of 69. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 125, The Misquamicut Club is more accessible than most courses in Rhode Island. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,432 to 6,224 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
69
Length
6,224
Slope
125
Rating
70.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
125
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 125 | 70.2 | 382 | 433 | 228 | 272 | 424 | 194 | 522 | 165 | 359 | 2979 | 381 | 335 | 169 | 431 | 435 | 363 | 391 | 525 | 215 | 3245 | 6,224 |
BLUE/WHITE | 123 | 68.7 | 382 | 395 | 200 | 272 | 388 | 170 | 522 | 165 | 359 | 2853 | 381 | 308 | 169 | 403 | 435 | 363 | 342 | 525 | 191 | 3117 | 5,970 |
WHITEWomen's | 124 | 73.0 | 379 | 395 | 198 | 257 | 388 | 185 | 472 | 155 | 353 | 2782 | 366 | 308 | 127 | 403 | 427 | 351 | 342 | 440 | 145 | 2909 | 5,691 |
WHITEMen's | 122 | 67.6 | 379 | 395 | 200 | 257 | 388 | 170 | 472 | 155 | 307 | 2723 | 366 | 298 | 127 | 403 | 427 | 351 | 342 | 440 | 191 | 2945 | 5,668 |
RED / WHITE | 123 | 71.7 | 376 | 391 | 198 | 249 | 382 | 143 | 468 | 155 | 353 | 2715 | 366 | 294 | 119 | 363 | 422 | 344 | 338 | 410 | 145 | 2801 | 5,516 |
RED | 123 | 71.0 | 376 | 391 | 177 | 249 | 382 | 143 | 468 | 149 | 258 | 2593 | 358 | 294 | 119 | 363 | 422 | 344 | 338 | 410 | 133 | 2781 | 5,374 |
RED | 114 | 65.7 | 376 | 391 | 177 | 249 | 382 | 143 | 468 | 149 | 258 | 2593 | 358 | 294 | 119 | 363 | 422 | 344 | 338 | 410 | 133 | 2781 | 5,374 |
GREENWomen's | 110 | 65.8 | 272 | 300 | 177 | 249 | 260 | 143 | 356 | 149 | 258 | 2164 | 292 | 294 | 119 | 279 | 325 | 279 | 245 | 410 | 133 | 2376 | 4,540 |
GREENMen's | 110 | 63.1 | 272 | 300 | 177 | 249 | 260 | 143 | 356 | 149 | 258 | 2164 | 292 | 294 | 119 | 279 | 325 | 279 | 245 | 410 | 133 | 2376 | 4,540 |
FAMILYWomen's | 95 | 60.0 | 225 | 200 | 177 | 162 | 257 | 143 | 230 | 149 | 192 | 1735 | 180 | 190 | 119 | 200 | 215 | 190 | 210 | 260 | 133 | 1697 | 3,432 |
FAMILYMen's | 100 | 59.8 | 225 | 200 | 177 | 162 | 257 | 143 | 230 | 149 | 192 | 1735 | 180 | 190 | 119 | 200 | 215 | 190 | 210 | 260 | 133 | 1697 | 3,432 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 69 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Misquamicut 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,224 | 125 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE | 5,970 | 123 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,691 | 124 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,668 | 122 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
RED / WHITE | 5,516 | 123 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,374 | 123 | 71.0 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,374 | 114 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 4,540 | 110 | 65.8 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,540 | 110 | 63.1 | 25+ |
FAMILY | 3,432 | 95 | 60.0 | 25+ |
FAMILY | 3,432 | 100 | 59.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Misquamicut Club
The Misquamicut 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 The Misquamicut 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 The Misquamicut Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Misquamicut Club is a private golf course located in Watch Hill, RI. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does The Misquamicut Club have?expand_more
The Misquamicut Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1895. The course was designed by Willie Anderson.
What is the yardage at The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, The Misquamicut Club plays to 5,970 yards (par 69). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,432 to 6,224 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at The Misquamicut Club have a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Misquamicut Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://themisquamicutclub.com/Main or call 401-348-8213 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Misquamicut Club offer?expand_more
The Misquamicut Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is The Misquamicut Club located?expand_more
The Misquamicut Club is located at 60 Ocean View Highway in Watch Hill, RI 02891. You can reach them at 401-348-8213.
What is the difficulty level at The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
The Misquamicut Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 125. It plays harder than 20% 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 The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
The Misquamicut Club offers 11 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,224 yards, slope 125) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. FAMILY tees (3,432 yards, slope 100) 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 The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
Beginners at The Misquamicut Club should play the FAMILY tees, which play 3,432 yards with a slope of 100. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the RED tees (slope 123, rating 71.0) at The Misquamicut Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 The Misquamicut Club?expand_more
A typical round at The Misquamicut 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.