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Value
4.4
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.5
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6704 yards
Slope 130
Rating 72.8

Editor's Note: Course closed for business in 2019.

Hickory Ridge Golf Course in Amherst is one of western Massachusetts' premier courses. It plays across a gently rolling landscape accented with mature tree that offers an especially scenic round in the fall thanks to the changing colors of the foliage. The course has some subtle contours but it is still pleasantly walkable and offers just enough of a challenge to appeal to low and high handicappers alike. The layout consists of an interesting variety of holes including some that are long, a few doglegs, and also some birdie opportunities. The golf course finishes with one of the area's most memorable holes. This long par 4 calls for an accurate tee shot in order to avoid the river on the left and the rough on the right. The challenges don't end there either with a second shot to a wide, elevated green protected by large, deep bunkers.

Course Details

Year Built 1969
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 12/01
Architect Bill Robinson (1969) Geoffrey Cornish (1969)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Reviews

3.9
163 Reviews (163)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 13
19th Hole Scenic Views 11
Watching the Game 8
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 23
Forced Carries 17
Undulating Greens 17
This course/club is great for:
Locals 22
Advanced Golfers 14
Walkers 14
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 13
Worth the Drive 12
Convenient to the City 9

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great time, just slow play.

I have played here probably a dozen times. There are many older players, some walkers. Of the walkers, they are very slow. I find myself waiting on every shot whenever I play here.

Great course though.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
1cccd87d-a29f-502e-b615-4b1a6cc3f218
Commented on 07/31/2017

Good afternoon, Thank you for taking the time to leave a four star review of Hickory Ridge Golf Club. We apologize for the delay in your pace of play. We hope to see you again very soon - Alexa, appliedgolf at Hickory Ridge Golf Club

Played On
Reviews 58
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
1cccd87d-a29f-502e-b615-4b1a6cc3f218
Commented on 07/20/2017

Good afternoon, Thank you for taking the time to leave a four star review of Hickory Ridge Golf Club. We hope to see you again very soon - Alexa, appliedgolf at Hickory Ridge Golf Club

Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great under the conditions

Turns out only the front nine was open due to incredible rains this week. The pro sent me out early with another Golf Now guy and we had a blast. The course was very playable despite the water and the greens were really solid. When we teed off the course seemed crowded because of the 9-hole limitation but in fact we played in just over 3-hours. What I like about Hickory is that it's not too narrow but there are a bunch of challenging holes for the 10+ handicapper. I'll be back several times this summer. Good job with the rain!!

Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
1cccd87d-a29f-502e-b615-4b1a6cc3f218
Commented on 06/12/2017

Good morning, Thank you for taking the time to leave a four star review! While only the front nine were open, we are happy to hear you had a great time at Hickory Ridge Golf Course and that the greens were in great shape despite the heavy rains. We hope to see you again very soon - Alexa, appliedgolf at Hickory Ridge Golf Club

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
1cccd87d-a29f-502e-b615-4b1a6cc3f218
Commented on 06/08/2017

Ralph, Thank you for taking the time to leave a four star review of Hickory Ridge Golf Club. If you would like to provide additional comments, please e-mail us at hickoryridgegolfcoursemgmt@gmail.com. We hope to see you again soon! - Alexa of appliedgolf management at Hickory Ridge Golf Club

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Play this course a couple times a year. It's a great course to play for the money. The only unfortunate thing was the course was a little wet from the rain the prior 2 days, some fairways a little spongy, 1 par 4 moved to a par 3, but overall the greens were in great shape. Would definitely play here again.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
1cccd87d-a29f-502e-b615-4b1a6cc3f218
Commented on 06/07/2017

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a four star review of Hickory Ridge Golf Club. The rain this season has been quite difficult but we are glad you still had a great time! We hope to see you again soon! - Alexa of appliedgolf management at Hickory Ridge Golf Club

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
1cccd87d-a29f-502e-b615-4b1a6cc3f218
Commented on 06/07/2017

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a FIVE star review of Hickory Ridge Golf Club. If you would like to provide additional comments on your experience, please e-mail us at hickoryridgegolfcoursemgmt@gmail.com! We hope to see you again soon! - Alexa of appliedgolf management at Hickory Ridge Golf Club

Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Good greens ???? layout?

Good green conditions made up for otherwise so-so course conditions. Bunkers looked like they had been ignored for some time and rough was very inconsistent and "spotty". Layout was unique in that many lone trees were in middle of fairways and blocked fairway views off many tees. Pace of play was okay. Drive carts slow in fairways as they're "washboard like" and very bumpy.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hickory Ridge

Course is fairing pretty well given almost no rain this year. Greens are very solid and consistent... fairways a bit spotty but thats due to the lack of rain. Overall, great value for money, they have a few hot deals per day that I would recommend booking.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

I've seen it in better shape

Very nice course that I've played several times but not in the past 6 years. I've seen it in better shape. Lots of character and several challenging holes without the trees that sit in landing zones

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

top five favorite in western Mass.

This course is always in good shape and never disappoints. Pace of play is 4 hours and very walkable. #18 may be the best(toughest) finishing hole in the valley.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

busy portta potty on 7th. hole

clubhouse was closed as were bathrooms due to sewage backup so no food but a limited beer selection in pro shop. two of us played nine and met a third at 4:30 for back nine. he was told there were no more carts and gave a $2.00 discount, while we could see plenty of carts that were being put away by staff. when asked staff they said they were closing at 5pm. and were done for the day. there were still a lot of players out with carts and 3rd player was a senior and we all had cart bags they should had let one more cart out

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 362
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 10 Contributor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Old course needs updating

First time playing, this course could use updating, fairways can be rough at spots, very dry, riding cart on washboard fairways is not fun.
Overall it needs updating from the clubhouse to the course, it could be much better.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent Track

Played this last week with the Safari Club. Perfect weather. Course was in excellent shape considering the lack of rain. Fairways, rough and greens were all green. The greens were the best we've seen all summer. Challenging and interesting layout. Staff was helpful and friendly. Had a nice luncheon afterwards. All-in-all, a great day!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

ON AUGUST 3RD 2016 I PLAYED THIS COURSE WITH THE SAFARI GOLF ASSOCIATION

This the second time i played this golf course
the fairways and greens were in excellent condition considering the lack of rain this summer
the staff and the food were as good in the past, they do a great job of satisfing the customer

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Rural Golf

I played This course with my friends in The Safari Club for the second time and I enjoyed it even more than the first.
The course was in excellent shape and greens were awesome. This is a flat tract, great for walking, and enjoying the wildlife. I thought the pin positions were fairly difficult with many right on the front or just over the bunkers. A few if the greens had false fronts which made the front pins even harder, but I like a challenge.
Great weather, great course, great foursome, fantastic time!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Getting BetterEvery Year

Played here with the Safari Club this past Wednesday and what a treat it was. I've played here for over 35 years and each year the course seems better than the year before. It has really matured into a first-class semi-private golf club and deserves a lot more play.

There's no doubt about it. The greens at Hickory will be among the best anyone could play this year.

If you take advantage of their 19th hole you won't be disappointed a bit. Good food, friendly staff and plenty of cold adult beverages.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

A Great test of Golf!

I played Hickory Ridge yesterday with The Safari Club and as always we were reminded that "Hick" plays long and has many difficult holes.

I have been playing there for years and it always is in great shape but this year I thought that the greens were exceptional with no ball marks on most of them and they putted so true.

The entire course was in great shape even though we have experienced a long drought this summer! Great job guys on a wonderful Safari Club event.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Safari Club Member

Nice course,, will play it again. Everything was green and for this time of the year that is a plus. Big greens and smooth. Food is good also.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 56
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great experience!

Played the course today (8/3) with the Safari Club and had a great experience. Course was in exceptional condition from tee box to green. Staff and food were first class.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Will Play Again

Greens in good shape and layout makes you play position golf on several holes. Many holes are long enough to challenge your long iron play.
Good course and friendly staff.
Second time I have visited and played here in eight months. Course conditions were consistent over that time.
Recommend you play this course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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