Lowest Slope (Public)

Easiest Golf Courses in New Haven County, Connecticut

The 21 most beginner-friendly public golf courses in New Haven County, Connecticut, ranked by lowest slope rating. Ideal for high-handicap golfers and new players.

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Ranked list of easiest golf courses in New Haven County

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1
Guilford Lakes Golf Course
Blue/White tees · 2,484 yds · Rating 52.0 · Par 54Guilford
71
2
Woodhaven Country Club
Green tees · 4,447 yds · Rating 62.5 · Par 72Bethany
95
3
Pomperaug Golf Club
Red tees · 2,269 yds · Rating 30.9 · Par 35Southbury
97
4
Sleeping Giant Golf Course
Gold tees · 4,630 yds · Rating 62.5 · Par 70Hamden
100
5
Homewood Acres Golf Course
Red tees · 6,000 yds · Rating 67.5Woodbridge
100
6
Highland Greens Golf Course
Gold tees · 4,977 yds · Rating 63.4 · Par 72Prospect
102
7
Farmingbury Hills Golf Course
Orange tees · 4,295 yds · Rating 64.9 · Par 72Wolcott
109
8
Hop Brook Golf Course
Gold tees · 5,010 yds · Rating 64.0 · Par 72Naugatuck
109
9
Twin Lakes Golf Course
Gold tees · 5,117 yds · Rating 64.9 · Par 70North Branford
111
10
East Mountain Golf Course
Yellow tees · 5,444 yds · Rating 65.5 · Par 70Waterbury
111
11
Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club
Green tees · 4,917 yds · Rating 63.8 · Par 71Branford
114
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Yale Golf Course
Short tees · 5,144 yds · Rating 65.4 · Par 70New Haven
114
13
Laurel View Country Club
Red tees · 5,252 yds · Rating 65.4 · Par 72Hamden
114
14
Grassy Hill Country Club
Green tees · 5,133 yds · Rating 65.1 · Par 70Orange
115
15
Alling Memorial Golf Course
Forward tees · 5,191 yds · Rating 65.6 · Par 72New Haven
115
16
Orchards Golf Course
Red tees · 4,315 yds · Rating 62.3 · Par 72Milford
117
17
Wallingford Country Club
Red tees · 5,199 yds · Rating 70.6 · Par 71Wallingford
117
18
Race Brook Country Club
Green tees · 5,589 yds · Rating 66.5 · Par 71Orange
118
19
Orange Hills Country Club
Red tees · 5,616 yds · Rating 67.8 · Par 71Orange
119
20
Western Hills Golf Course
Gold tees · 5,237 yds · Rating 65.6 · Par 72Waterbury
120
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Great River Golf Club
Green tees · 5,525 yds · Rating 67.7 · Par 72Milford
123

New Haven County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the easiest golf course in New Haven County, Connecticut?

Guilford Lakes Golf Course in Guilford is currently the easiest golf course in New Haven County based on slope (slope rating 71).

How many ranked golf courses are in New Haven County, Connecticut?

38 golf courses in New Haven County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 21 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the lowest USGA slope rating from each course's tee sets. Only public and municipal courses are included to ensure access. Slope ranges from 55 to 155 with 113 as average; lower is more forgiving.

Can I book a tee time at these New Haven County courses?

Yes. Each course name links to its Stymie page with scorecard, reviews, architect info, and booking options. Set a tee time alert to be notified when availability opens.