Lowest Slope (Public)

Easiest Golf Courses in Saratoga County, New York

The 13 most beginner-friendly public golf courses in Saratoga 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 Saratoga County

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1
Van Patten Golf Club
Teal tees · 4,138 yds · Rating 60.8 · Par 73Clifton Park
98
2
Pioneer Hills Golf Course
Red tees · 4,014 yds · Rating 64.4 · Par 70Town of Milton
100
3
Saratoga Golf & Polo Club
Green tees · 1,963 yds · Rating 30.5 · Par 35City of Saratoga Springs
103
4
The Edison Club
Forward tees · 3,815 yds · Rating 62.6 · Par 72Rexford
103
5
Saratoga Spa State Park Golf Course
Red tees · 4,346 yds · Rating 64.7 · Par 72City of Saratoga Springs
107
6
Golf World
Red tees · 4,446 yds · Rating 66.2 · Par 72Town of Milton
108
7
Saratoga National Golf Course
Forward tees · 4,928 yds · Rating 65.1 · Par 72City of Saratoga Springs
108
8
Airway Meadows Golf Club
Gold tees · 4,948 yds · Rating 64.2 · Par 72City of Saratoga Springs
108
9
Fairways of Halfmoon
Red tees · 4,587 yds · Rating 66.4 · Par 72Town of Halfmoon
109
10
Brookhaven Golf Course
Red tees · 4,776 yds · Rating 68.1 · Par 70Porter Corners
115
11
Saratoga Lake Golf Club
Gold tees · 5,031 yds · Rating 65.4 · Par 72Saratoga Springs
117
12
Ballston Spa Country Club
Gold tees · 5,505 yds · Rating 67.2 · Par 71Ballston Spa
118
13
McGregor Links
Green tees · 5,506 yds · Rating 67.2 · Par 72City of Saratoga Springs
120

Saratoga County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

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

Van Patten Golf Club in Clifton Park is currently the easiest golf course in Saratoga County based on slope (slope rating 98).

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

32 golf courses in Saratoga County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 13 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 Saratoga 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.