The Tradition Golf Club At Wallingford
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The Tradition Golf Club at Wallingford is one of the most affordable rounds in the area and it has received praise as one of the best golf courses in Connecticut. The par-70 layout is player friendly enough for beginners but low handicappers will also find it to be a fun round. The holes are fairly straightforward though there are some fairways that have very narrow landing areas that will test the accuracy of even the best golfers. Numerous bunkers are strategically placed along the undulating greens and water also comes into play on the occasional hole. The golf course starts out gently but becomes progressively more challenging on the back nine. The most memorable hole on the golf course, the par-3 12th, is a water hole that features an intimidating island green.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 70 | 6120 yards | 70.1 | 124 |
| Blue | 70 | 5781 yards | 68.8 | 121 |
| White | 70 | 5400 yards | 66.9 | 119 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4455 yards | 66.8 | 117 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold M: 70.1/124 | 380 | 426 | 127 | 426 | 382 | 554 | 310 | 190 | 400 | 3195 | 303 | 476 | 155 | 476 | 456 | 180 | 418 | 304 | 157 | 2925 | 6120 |
| Blue M: 68.8/121 | 358 | 406 | 112 | 410 | 352 | 530 | 300 | 174 | 394 | 3036 | 275 | 460 | 145 | 460 | 435 | 146 | 400 | 295 | 129 | 2745 | 5781 |
| White M: 67.0/119 W: 71.9/122 | 347 | 320 | 106 | 370 | 342 | 518 | 281 | 160 | 389 | 2833 | 256 | 447 | 125 | 431 | 409 | 139 | 380 | 275 | 105 | 2567 | 5400 |
| Red W: 66.8/117 | 314 | 239 | 96 | 304 | 263 | 419 | 239 | 115 | 358 | 2347 | 211 | 425 | 103 | 366 | 359 | 100 | 230 | 231 | 83 | 2108 | 4455 |
| Handicap | 7 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 16 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap (W) | 3 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 18 |
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Second Hole: Straightforward, uphill par-4 on which drive must cross over a fairway ‘valley.’ Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/19/2020
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Third: Excellent short par-3, including this rolling and tricky green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/19/2020
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Sixth: the view from about 50 yards of its green. It stretches 554 yards from the blues. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/19/2020
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Sixth: from behind the same hole. Downhill drive, followed by gradual uphill climb to green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/19/2020
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Seventh; Great, strategic short par-3 with six bunkers in landing zone. This is the largest. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/19/2020
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Nine: A 400-yard uphill four-par that travels severely uphill on the last segment, shown here. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/19/2020
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Photo submitted by u100916798 on 07/12/2020
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Photo submitted by u526173821 on 06/17/2019
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Island par 3 Photo submitted by Tim6164739 on 09/24/2013
Challenging, but not in a real good way.
Unusually hilly, uneven fairways. Course in very good condition. Difficult greens.
Overall poor outing
The course was littered with grass clippings from the lawn mowers. Greens were in pretty tough shape. Pace of okay was awful. There was no ranger in sight that could have helped the situation. Traditions should be charging half the price they do.
Having fun with friends
Just hanging out with friends and enjoying this beautiful weather with three of my best friends.this is another one of those course that is well taking care of.I love seeing a place like this, and the price is right.we only played nine he's and we had a great time.Eve r yone should book a tee time and come out and play even just nine holes,and you will have a great time here. I could guarantee you that you will enjoy yourself like we did.
March Madness
Today is our 2021 opening day. My friend and I compete every year a d one of us always win the round by one or two strokes. Yesterday was no different, I lost to my friend 90÷91. .I hD our first Birdie of the year on the 18th he with a six feet birdie to end the round. The golf course wS really in good conditions for this time of the year.. and it was cartpath only, so the fIrways, tee box and greens was in good conditions. EVERYONE TRIED TO FOLLOW THE RULES.We had a great time and we met two good guys at the golf course and the weather was great. Looking forward to a great year. I should be able to break that magic number #80 this year.
Soft, usually most of the year
I've played here a bunch of times. The layout slope rating is challenging. Many blind tee shots. There are areas that never dry out and are swampy; in the fairways. Just think for the price at what they charge; we'd expect better conditions. Something that bothers me, and this isn't the golf course but rather the people whom play here, theres always trash about the course. Why are people throwing trash around?!
My advice, dont wear your best pants, because you're probably going to be wet and dirty.
I would play here again. Interesting track. Greens were noticeably banged up from patrons not fixing their divots. The course must be aware of this issue as they were generously giving out divot repair tools. I wish more people used them the day we were there.
First time
All employees were pleasant and helpful.
Course was in great shape.
Weeny for as a twosome.
4 and 1/2 hr round. Slightly slow due to the 98 degree temp.
Price was reasonable.
Will play again before returning home to Michigan.
Challenging
This course is challenging for sure. It Definitely brings out and exposes one's course management skills. My 1 and only complaint is that the greens look like someone walked around with a hammer and chisel and started making quarter size divots. Sure some players lack the etiquette to repair ball marks, but spots where turf is missing is ridiculous and wreak havoc on putts.
Overall, if you want a complete challenge hit up this course.
Fantastic course
This was the first time I played this course and I enjoyed it so much more than many of the other courses I’ve played locally. The greens were in great shape and I loved the fact that the course was relatively challenging. I would definitely recommend to a fellow golfer!
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