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Minnechaug Golf Course
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 35 | 2668 yards | 33.4 | 114 |
| White | 35 | 2527 yards | 32.3 | 112 |
| Red (W) | 35 | 2208 yards | 32.7 | 114 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 64.0/108 W: 68.6/120 | 329 | 139 | 456 | 345 | 452 | 169 | 280 | 118 | 157 | 2445 | 4890 |
| White M: 63.0/105 W: 67.0/116 | 316 | 128 | 442 | 330 | 431 | 154 | 256 | 108 | 135 | 2300 | 4600 |
| Red M: 61.4/102 W: 64.2/106 | 298 | 122 | 401 | 310 | 395 | 133 | 214 | 80 | 115 | 2068 | 4136 |
| Yellow M: 59.4/101 W: 61.6/98 | 275 | 107 | 349 | 293 | 344 | 127 | 214 | 61 | 72 | 1842 | 3684 |
| Orange M: 50.6/73 W: 53.2/71 | 121 | 105 | 53 | 55 | 76 | 57 | 214 | 61 | 72 | 814 | 1628 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 5 | ||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 34 | 68 |
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Photo submitted by Philip6456320 on 04/19/2026
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Photo submitted by Philip6456320 on 04/19/2026
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Photo submitted by u314164731041 on 06/05/2025
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Hole 2 Photo submitted by u2472156 on 09/06/2023
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The third green on this short par-5. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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In late afternoon shadow, the seventh green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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Eight, the island green, has a suburban backdrop. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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The par-3 ninth green. The tee shot must cross a sizeable pond to find this putting surface. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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Photo submitted by Craig7989199 on 05/11/2023
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Photo submitted by u000008191440 on 10/20/2022
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After a long drive, my playing partner pitches safely onto the first green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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First hole, again: As seen from its left flank. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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The tee shot at the 181-yard, par-3 sixth often flirts with the marshy stream to the right of the green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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The Island Green (at eight) presents a classic feel at any time of year. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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The opening drive at one. Avoid the road on the left; the screen on the right will ‘save’ low tee shots from OOB. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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The first green. It will test your pitching game should you miss left. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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Hole two is the number one index. More than hinting at that is its small landing zone. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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We saw this skittish deer starting to cross fairway three. For some reason, it chose not to--and turned around. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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At five, a par-five, you’ll need two excellent shots to come even close to this green, pitched back to front. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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Eighth: The island green as seen from its right flank. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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Eight: A trio of geese in the foreground; a trio of golfers at the green, background. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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The first. Architect Geoffrey Cornish designed this stunning, roadside par-4 to get the game underway. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Second Hole: This narrow putting surface is a tight target, even with wedge in hand. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Fifth: par-5, 483. The tranquil Glastonbury woodland is part of # five’s backdrop. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Seven: One of the members of my foursome, Mike (aged 16), rehearses his backswing before teeing off. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Seven. Short but tricky hole that demands two solid shots to hit this bi-level green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Photo submitted by Philip6456320 on 04/11/2021
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The first: a threesome putts out amid fall foliage. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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Second: If there can be two signature holes among nine, they have to be this and the eighth. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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Second green: Green conditions at Minnechaug were ideal today. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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Green seven. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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The 8th. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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The handsome ninth green is a rather small target (seen from left side). Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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An ultra-tight hole—number 2. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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Short but tricky: the par-5 third. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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A bit longer and even more deceptive: number five. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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Six is one of three excellent par-3's here. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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The 7th green is tucked behind a massive bunker. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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It's fairly easy to miss the ninth green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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Photo submitted by u000008018639 on 08/30/2020
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Hole 3: An interesting short par-five, bending left and guarded on that side by a tall, protruding tree. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Sixth: Great three-par that must carry over this marsh—which also guards green’s left side. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Seventh tee and fairway: hole doglegs right with a huge cloverleaf bunker in the elbow. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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The path to the next hole from the back side of the island green 8th. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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The island green eighth, located on Island Green and Fairway Crossing Roads. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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The lesser known ninth also features a terrific setting. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Up in the weeks, I got this pic of one: this massive leftward dropoff dearly penalizes those unfortunate souls who miss here. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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From behind two's narrow green we see the tightness of entire tee-to-green experience. How straight can you hit a golf ball? Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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Five: You'll need a 300-yard-drive to be in this zip code; it's another buck-eighty-five to reach the green in the distance. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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From behind six: small green to be hit with a mid-iron; a stream threatens slicers. Fabulous hole! Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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Serene setting at green eight. Serenity is often disrupted, however, by splashing golf balls. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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Nine: This pretty finisher is fronted by huge pond, seen here from the green's left side. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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The 2nd: Best 4-par here; truest test of tee-to-green accuracy. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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The 3rd: Looking back at green complex and fairway. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Four: Solid driving hole favoring a drawn shot around trees. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Five: Cleverly positioned tree on left may wreak havoc with second shots. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Eight: classically proportioned island green, the first one of its kind in Connecticut. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Nine: My son (far right) hitting pitch shot about to collide with flagstick (His ball is airborne). Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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The second fairway Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Green-side at number two. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Island green at eight. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Island green from tee. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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A great driving hole: five. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Carry over water at nine. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Photo submitted by Zero1 on 10/30/2012
All in all I really enjoy playing this course. You have to play position golf, you can't just grip it and rip it. Much more fun and challenging this way. They did a lot of work on it in 2021 and if they continue with this I would rate it a 5 star course. Love the 8th and 9th water holes!!! Going to buy a season pass for 2022!! Also, enjoy talking to Rick (?) As he's very friendly and helpful.
Real Bargain for 9 Hole
A wonderful day of golf even if the temperature was in the 40's.
I've been playing this course on a weekly basis for the past 2 seasons. The course was in much better this year which made it much more enjoyable. They still need to work on the 2nd tee box, the fairway in front of the 3rd hole and the fairway of the 4th hole. Once these improvements are made it will be a complete, challenging 9 hole course that will rival any in the state. The 8th hole is a classic and makes you want to come back. In talking to the staff about their plans for next season I'm looking forward to coming back and contemplating buying a season pass. I'd recommend this course to anyone who wants to play a challenging 9 holes in a reasonable amount of time without breaking the bank!!
Great 9 hole course
Easy on the wallet and enough 9f challenge for your average golfer
Minnechaug Golf
Rick is super awesome! He is professional, friendly and always a positive face to see there!
Minnechaug Nov
Always a nice 9 hole stop. All clubs required and some challenging play for sure with water on the last 2 holes. Course was in nice shape for early November. We will be back for sure. Nine holes works in the colder weather and this course is worth a try.
Tom F
Course conditions are much improved over last season. Rick and his staff are the best!
great condition
I've played this course quite a bit in the past and usually in the early spring so condition of the course was adequate, however when played in mid-October this year it was excellent from tees to greens!! Very challenging greens to read! Always seems to break away from the hole the last foot or closer yet not noticeable at first glance. Tons of fun!!
Hello. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Minnechaug Golf Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!
Sunday Morning
The foursome ahead of us started late, so we started late. The twosome behind us proceeded to say they were going to play through… without asking us if it was ok. Fine, great we’re in no rush. But you’ll be waiting for the foursome ahead of us to finish as we were. We come down the hill and there they are waiting… which now means we have even a longer wait because they’re waiting for the foursome to finish and now we have to wait for them to finish. It wouldn’t be an issue if they didn’t proceed to hit MULTIPLE balls. I tried to flag down the ranger who was down our throats to tell him that we weren’t slow but they went ahead of us which is why we are waiting but he didn’t want to hear it. He just proceeded to stalk us on every hole. Luckily it was a gorgeous day with great company. I’ll be taking a break from this course. Unless i’m going there for food!
Thank you for reviewing the course. Let us first start by apologizing for the delay of play during your round. This is by no means the standard we strive to achieve. We are going to escalate your feedback to our team so we can make improvements before your next game. We will continue to work towards an excellent experience by using your comment for guidance. Thank you for playing Minnechaug Golf Course. We hope to see you again soon.
Hello, we appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Minnechaug Golf Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!