Western Turnpike is an 18-hole golf course in Guilderland, NY with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,375 yards, slope 135, rating 71.3), green (6,024 yards, slope 128, rating 69.5), gold (5,537 yards, slope 121, rating 67.4), silver (5,149 yards, slope 116, rating 65.3). The hardest hole is #3, a par 4 playing 372 yards from the first tee.
Western Turnpike
Guilderland, NY
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A short, straightforward par 4 that plays downhill to a relatively open green. The hole's brevity makes it an ideal birdie opportunity, though precision is still required to avoid the bunkers flanking the right side of the green.
A modest par 4 with a wide fairway that tightens slightly as it approaches the green. Bunkers protect the left and right sides of the putting surface, requiring accuracy on the approach shot to avoid trouble.
The most challenging hole on the front nine, this lengthy par 4 demands two strong, accurate shots. Out-of-bounds threatens the right side throughout, and the green is well-protected by bunkers, making this a true test of shot-making.
A short par 4 with a narrow, somewhat claustrophobic feel as trees frame both sides of the fairway. The compact nature of the hole makes positioning critical despite the modest length.
A reachable par 5 with a fairway that bends gently throughout its length. Water hazards guard the left side along much of the hole, while bunkers protect the green complex on the right, leaving the left side as the preferred attacking angle.
A strong par 4 with water running down the left side from tee to green, creating a persistent hazard for the entire hole. The fairway narrows significantly near the green, and bunkers guard the right, demanding a well-controlled approach.
A short par 3 with a relatively open green that provides a welcome change of pace. The modest length belies the challenge of avoiding the bunkers surrounding the putting surface and the water hazard protecting the left side.
A long, demanding par 5 that features a dogleg configuration and water hazards that come into play along the left side. The green is heavily bunkered, particularly on the right, making three-shot strategy important for most players.
The shortest hole on the course, this par 3 presents a deceptively simple appearance with an island-like green surrounded by water. The small target area punishes any deviation from the center of the green.
A short par 4 that opens the back nine with a relatively generous fairway and a straightforward approach. The green sits slightly elevated and is guarded by bunkers on both sides, though the modest length keeps it accessible.
A testing par 4 with a fairway that narrows in the landing zone, forcing an important strategic decision off the tee. The green is protected by bunkers left and right, and water hazards lurk just beyond, making this a hole that punishes poor positioning.
A long par 5 featuring water down the right side that must be negotiated throughout the hole. The fairway requires careful navigation around multiple bunkers, and the green is further protected by hazards on the right, rewarding a bold left-side approach.
The second most difficult hole on the course, this short par 4 features a dramatic dogleg right with out-of-bounds threatening the right side. The elevated green is well-bunkered and sits at an angle that rewards accuracy over distance.
The shortest par 3 on the course, this hole demands only a short, precise shot to a well-protected green. Bunkers surround the putting surface closely, and water hazards frame the hole, making this deceptively challenging despite its length.
A mid-length par 3 with an open fairway leading to a green protected by bunkers and water hazards. The hole's simplicity masks the importance of club selection and accuracy to avoid the numerous greenside hazards.
A long, scenic par 5 that doglegs left and features water running down the left side for much of the hole. Bunkers guard both sides of the fairway and the green, creating a challenging two-shot approach for those laying up.
A short par 4 that bends slightly left with fairway bunkers in the landing zone creating strategic options. The green is relatively open but elevated, and accuracy on the approach is critical to avoid the bunkers protecting the left side.
The closing par 4 features a narrow, tree-lined fairway with water down the left side and out-of-bounds right. The green is elevated and well-bunkered, requiring a precise approach to finish the round strong.
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 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 5 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 10 | |||
| black | 420 | 373 | 470 | 334 | 456 | 407 | 210 | 546 | 135 | 3351 | 301 | 360 | 490 | 368 | 122 | 190 | 510 | 320 | 363 | 3024 | 6375 |
| green | 396 | 334 | 416 | 320 | 442 | 407 | 162 | 532 | 135 | 3144 | 301 | 360 | 466 | 351 | 122 | 168 | 497 | 288 | 327 | 2880 | 6024 |
| gold | 310 | 309 | 372 | 301 | 442 | 355 | 162 | 475 | 125 | 2851 | 285 | 341 | 442 | 280 | 107 | 168 | 470 | 266 | 327 | 2686 | 5537 |
| silver | 310 | 300 | 372 | 265 | 370 | 355 | 119 | 423 | 125 | 2639 | 285 | 341 | 405 | 280 | 107 | 156 | 421 | 213 | 302 | 2510 | 5149 |