Highest Slope Rating

Hardest Golf Courses in Worcester County, Massachusetts

The 25 most challenging golf courses in Worcester County, Massachusetts, ranked by maximum slope rating. Tee-by-tee yardage, slope, and course rating for every course.

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Ranked list of hardest golf courses in Worcester County

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1The International logo
The International
GOLD tees · 8,052 yds · Rating 81.7 · Par 72Bolton
155
2
Cyprian Keyes Golf Club
WHITE tees · 6,098 yds · Rating 76.2 · Par 72Boylston
146
3Blackstone National Golf Club logo
Blackstone National Golf Club
WHITE tees · 6,396 yds · Rating 78.7 · Par 72Sutton
142
4
Blissful Meadows Golf Club
WHITE tees · 5,765 yds · Rating 78.1 · Par 72Uxbridge
140
5
Bedrock Golf Club
WOMEN'S COMBO tees · 5,699 yds · Rating 73.8 · Par 72Rutland
140
6
Pleasant Valley Country Club
GOLD tees · 6,988 yds · Rating 74.3 · Par 72Sutton
139
7
Sterling National Country Club
SILVER tees · 6,667 yds · Rating 72.3 · Par 71Sterling
138
8
Oak Hill Country Club
BLUE tees · 6,416 yds · Rating 77.6 · Par 73 · PrivateFitchburg
137
9
The Haven Country Club
WHITE tees · 6,364 yds · Rating 77.9 · Par 72Boylston
137
10
Whitinsville Golf Club
WHITE/GREEN tees · 6,312 yds · Rating 70.6 · Par 70Whitinsville
137
11
Shaker Hills Country Club
GOLD tees · 6,910 yds · Rating 73.9 · Par 72Harvard
136
12
Holden Hills Country Club
BLUE tees · 6,228 yds · Rating 76.0 · Par 74 · PrivateHolden
136
13Highfields Golf & Country Club logo
Highfields Golf & Country Club
BLACK tees · 6,765 yds · Rating 73.6 · Par 72Grafton
135
14
Shining Rock Golf Club
GOLD tees · 6,728 yds · Rating 73.3 · Par 72Northbridge
135
15
Westborough Country Club
Blue tees · 5,775 yds · Rating 74.8 · Par 71Westboro
135
16
Mt Pleasant Country Club
Black Tees · 6,492 yds · Rating 71.9 · Par 72 · PrivateBoylston
134
17
Worcester Country Club
RED tees · 6,711 yds · Rating 74.0 · Par 70 · PrivateWorcester
133
18
Kettle Brook Golf Club
Green tees · 6,203 yds · Rating 75.6 · Par 72Paxton
133
19
Cohasse Country Club
WHITE/BLUE tees · 6,026 yds · Rating 76.6 · Par 72Southbridge
133
20
Red Tail Golf Course
Black tees · 7,309 yds · Rating 74.7 · Par 72Devens
132
21
Westminster Country Club
BLUE tees · 6,480 yds · Rating 72.3 · Par 71Westminster
132
22
Ellinwood Country Club
WHITE tees · 5,901 yds · Rating 74.4 · Par 71Athol
131
23
Green Hill Golf Course
BLUE tees · 6,263 yds · Rating 70.9 · Par 72Worcester
130
24
Petersham Country Club
WHITE/BLUE tees · 6,015 yds · Rating 74.4 · Par 73 · Semi_privatePetersham
130
25
Quail Hollow Golf & Country Club
BLUE tees · 5,775 yds · Rating 68.8 · Par 71Oakham
129

Worcester County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the hardest golf course in Worcester County, Massachusetts?

The International in Bolton is currently the hardest golf course in Worcester County based on slope (slope rating 155).

How many ranked golf courses are in Worcester County, Massachusetts?

63 golf courses in Worcester County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 25 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the USGA slope rating from each course's most difficult tee set. Slope measures relative difficulty for a bogey golfer versus a scratch golfer, on a scale from 55 (easiest) to 155 (most challenging). A slope of 113 is average.

Can I book a tee time at these Worcester 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.