Private
Kernwood Country Club
67
Alister Index
Course
Exclusivity
Prestige
Experience
Compete
67
Alister Index
Course
Exclusivity
Prestige
Experience
Compete
Salem, MA · Founded
Kernwood Country Club is a private golf club in Salem, Massachusetts, founded in 1899. The club has 18 holes, a par of 70. The average member handicap is 16.2 with 24% single-digit players.
Kernwood Country Club has anchored Salem's North Shore golf tradition since 1899, representing over a century of Massachusetts club heritage.
Scorecard
6,456 yardsRating 71.9Slope 133
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| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Blue | 524 | 420 | 418 | 164 | 390 | 377 | 390 | 340 | 138 | 3,161 | 423 | 424 | 194 | 525 | 429 | 377 | 430 | 136 | 357 | 3,295 | 6,456 |
| TOURNAMENT SILVER | 490 | 378 | 396 | 164 | 390 | 340 | 360 | 340 | 138 | 2,996 | 420 | 404 | 194 | 476 | 374 | 377 | 423 | 136 | 357 | 3,161 | 6,157 |
| Silver | 490 | 378 | 396 | 157 | 375 | 340 | 375 | 326 | 134 | 2,971 | 420 | 404 | 190 | 476 | 374 | 372 | 423 | 129 | 350 | 3,138 | 6,109 |
| Gold | 477 | 363 | 389 | 147 | 367 | 330 | 360 | 336 | 129 | 2,898 | 416 | 388 | 184 | 469 | 366 | 368 | 413 | 121 | 344 | 3,069 | 5,967 |
| White | 477 | 350 | 347 | 147 | 367 | 281 | 348 | 324 | 129 | 2,770 | 413 | 384 | 184 | 469 | 366 | 313 | 409 | 121 | 344 | 3,003 | 5,773 |
| Red | 454 | 350 | 347 | 127 | 354 | 281 | 348 | 324 | 122 | 2,707 | 413 | 384 | 151 | 447 | 359 | 313 | 409 | 112 | 329 | 2,917 | 5,624 |
| Hdcp | 14 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 13 |
Membership Information
Member Profile
Above Average
16.2
Avg Handicap
Median Handicap15.9
Handicap Distribution
5
8
8
ScratchSingle digitTeens20+
Single-digit players24%
Gender split73% M / 27% F
Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.
About Kernwood Country Club
This historic Salem institution maintains the classic New England golf atmosphere that defined early 20th-century American club culture. The club's longstanding presence in this storied coastal community reflects the enduring appeal of traditional Massachusetts golf.
Key Facts
- Kernwood Country Club is located in Salem, Massachusetts.
- Club type: private.
- Year founded: 1899.
- Number of holes: 18.
- Par: 70.
- Average member handicap: 16.2.
- Single-digit handicap players: 24%.
- GHIN-registered members: 22.
- Membership types: private.
- Alister Index score: 67/100.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kernwood Country Club
How do I join Kernwood Country Club?
Kernwood Country Club is a private golf club offering private membership. Contact the club directly for current membership availability and application procedures.
How many holes does Kernwood Country Club have?
Kernwood Country Club is an 18-hole private golf club. The club was founded in 1899. The course is in Salem, Massachusetts.
What is the Alister Index score for Kernwood Country Club?
Kernwood Country Club scores 67 out of 100 on the Alister Index (grade D+). The score covers all five dimensions: course quality, exclusivity, prestige, member experience, and competitiveness.
Where is Kernwood Country Club located?
Kernwood Country Club is located at 1 Kernwood St, Salem, MA 01970. You can reach the club by phone at (978) 745-1210. Visit their website for directions and additional contact information.
