Shining Rock Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Northbridge, MA with a par of 72. It offers 5 tee sets: gold (6,728 yards, slope 135, rating 73.3), blue (6,471 yards, slope 134, rating 72.2), green (6,196 yards, slope 131, rating 70.9), white (6,004 yards, slope 129, rating 69.9), red (5,321 yards, slope 121, rating 66.5). The hardest hole is #3, a par 5 playing 457 yards from the first tee.
Shining Rock Golf Club
Northbridge, MA
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A relatively straightforward opening par 4 with a fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers protect the right side of the putting surface, rewarding accurate approach play.

A demanding par 4 that plays longer than the scorecard suggests with a tight fairway corridor. Water hazards and bunkers frame both sides of the approach, making this one of the course's most challenging short four-par holes.

The course's most difficult hole, this par 5 stretches across 500+ yards with a fairway that bends slightly right. Strategic bunkering and natural rough make aggressive positioning essential for reaching this green in regulation.

A short, deceptive par 4 where brevity masks difficulty. The fairway tightens significantly near the green, and bunkers punish wayward shots, making precision more valuable than distance here.

A mid-length par 3 with an elevated green that appears smaller than it actually is from the tee. Water left of the green and bunkers right create a narrow target zone that demands accuracy.

The easiest hole on the course, this short par 4 features a wide, welcoming fairway and a relatively open green. Minimal hazards and generous landing areas make this an ideal scoring opportunity.

A modest par 4 with a straightforward layout and ample fairway width. Light bunkering and a receptive green make this a relatively forgiving hole despite its mid-length yardage.

The course's easiest par 3, playing to a well-bunkered but accessible green. Short yardage and minimal water hazards create an inviting short-iron opportunity from the tee.

A strong par 5 finishing the front nine with a fairway that doglegs slightly right toward a well-protected green. Strategic bunkering throughout the hole demands thoughtful positioning on both the drive and approach.

The back nine begins with this straightforward par 4 featuring a moderate length and fairly open fairway. Light hazard play allows for a more relaxed opening to the second nine.

A well-balanced par 4 with a fairway that sits relatively flat and uncluttered. Bunkers near the green provide the primary defense, challenging the accuracy of approach shots more than length off the tee.

The second-easiest par 3 on the course, playing with modest length to a fairly accessible green. Minimal hazards and a generous target area create a straightforward scoring hole in the middle of the round.

A significant par 5 that ranks among the course's most challenging holes, requiring three quality strikes to reach the green in regulation. Heavy bunkering and strategic rough placement reward accurate shot-making throughout.

A mid-length par 4 with a reasonably wide fairway that demands accurate approach play to a somewhat compact green. Bunkers guarding the front and sides create the primary challenge on the second shot.

The course's easiest par 3, offering a short, relatively straightforward tee shot to a welcoming green. Minimal water and light bunkering make this an ideal birdie opportunity late in the round.

The second-hardest hole on the course, this lengthy par 5 stretches beyond 560 yards from the tips and demands power and precision. Fairway bunkers and hazards throughout penalize both inaccuracy and timidity.

A moderate par 4 closing out the round's penultimate hole with a generally straightforward design. Strategic bunkering and a well-guarded green provide the main challenge to what is otherwise a relatively manageable hole.

The dramatic closing par 4 demands an accurate approach to a well-protected green that brings several hazards into play on the second shot. The finishing hole's length and positioning of defenses create a memorable conclusion to the round.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 6 | |||
| gold | 430 | 440 | 518 | 343 | 241 | 310 | 330 | 217 | 501 | 3330 | 384 | 381 | 223 | 512 | 355 | 194 | 648 | 312 | 389 | 3398 | 6728 |
| blue | 411 | 425 | 518 | 328 | 219 | 310 | 330 | 176 | 485 | 3202 | 360 | 372 | 203 | 500 | 345 | 180 | 608 | 312 | 389 | 3269 | 6471 |
| green | 411 | 384 | 504 | 282 | 219 | 300 | 290 | 148 | 485 | 3023 | 360 | 372 | 188 | 478 | 345 | 180 | 563 | 312 | 375 | 3173 | 6196 |
| white | 372 | 384 | 504 | 282 | 190 | 300 | 290 | 148 | 445 | 2915 | 332 | 360 | 188 | 478 | 345 | 147 | 563 | 301 | 375 | 3089 | 6004 |
| red | 304 | 285 | 457 | 275 | 123 | 240 | 263 | 140 | 420 | 2507 | 320 | 330 | 166 | 448 | 292 | 140 | 478 | 275 | 365 | 2814 | 5321 |