Lowest Slope (Public)

Easiest Golf Courses in Erie County, New York

The 23 most beginner-friendly public golf courses in Erie County, New York, ranked by lowest slope rating. Ideal for high-handicap golfers and new players.

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Ranked list of easiest golf courses in Erie County

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1
Glen Oak Golf Course
Tee #8 · 3,160 yds · Rating 58.1 · Par 72Town of Amherst
94
2
Grover Cleveland Golf Course
Red tees · 5,009 yds · Rating 64.1 · Par 69Amherst
100
3
Concord Crest Golf Course
Gold tees · 4,929 yds · Rating 63.8 · Par 71East Concord
103
4
Buffalo Tournament Club
Red tees · 4,760 yds · Rating 66.1 · Par 72Town of Lancaster
105
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Park Country Club
Green tees · 3,955 yds · Rating 63.0 · Par 71Town of Amherst
106
6
Dande Farms Golf Course
Red tees · 5,199 yds · Rating 69.1 · Par 71Akron
107
7
Harvest Hill Golf Club
Blue tees · 4,583 yds · Rating 65.7 · Par 72Town of Orchard Park
108
8
Rothland Golf Course
Bronze tees · 5,044 yds · Rating 64.1 · Par 72Akron
108
9
Wanakah Country Club
Green tees · 4,919 yds · Rating 64.0 · Par 72Town of Hamburg
110
10
Elma Meadows Golf Course
Gold tees · 5,306 yds · Rating 65.6 · Par 72Lancaster
110
11
East Aurora Country Club
Red tees · 5,088 yds · Rating 65.6 · Par 71Town of Orchard Park
113
12
Sheridan Park Golf Course
Gold tees · 5,387 yds · Rating 66.5 · Par 71Towanda
113
13
Brighton Park Golf Course
Red tees · 5,652 yds · Rating 72.2 · Par 72Tonawanda
114
14
Arrowhead Golf Club
Red tees · 5,157 yds · Rating 68.7 · Par 72Akron
115
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Country Club of Buffalo
Red tees · 4,815 yds · Rating 67.7 · Par 70Limonsylvania
116
16
Orchard Park Country Club
Green tees · 5,237 yds · Rating 65.3 · Par 72Town of Orchard Park
116
17
River Oaks Golf Club
Green tees · 5,985 yds · Rating 68.2 · Par 72Town of Grand Island
116
18
Diamond Hawk Golf Course
Burgundy tees · 5,118 yds · Rating 69.1 · Par 72Cheektowaga
117
19
The Links at Ivy Ridge
Red tees · 5,224 yds · Rating 69.7 · Par 72Akron
117
20
Springville Country Club
Red tees · 5,090 yds · Rating 70.2 · Par 71Springville
119
21
Cloverbank Country Club
Red tees · 5,471 yds · Rating 70.9 · Par 72Town of Hamburg
119
22
South Shore Country Club
Red tees · 5,175 yds · Rating 65.6 · Par 72Town of Hamburg
120
23
Fox Valley Country Club
Red tees · 5,179 yds · Rating 65.8 · Par 72Town of Lancaster
120

Erie County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the easiest golf course in Erie County, New York?

Glen Oak Golf Course in Town of Amherst is currently the easiest golf course in Erie County based on slope (slope rating 94).

How many ranked golf courses are in Erie County, New York?

59 golf courses in Erie County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 23 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 Erie 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.