Samoset Golf Course
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Samoset Golf Course is the 18-hole course at Samoset Resort on the Rockport shore of Penobscot Bay. The first nine holes date to 1902, and the course was rebuilt as 18 holes by Robert Elder in 1974, with later changes by Jeffrey Cornish in the early 1990s and Bradley Booth, who redesigned holes 4, 5, 14 and 18 in 2000. Tee times are open to the public as well as resort guests.
- Resort
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Designed by Robert Elder
Course strategy
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Walk the course
Samoset Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
303
yds ·Green
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
340
yds ·Green
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Hole 3
113
yds ·Green
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Hole 4
406
yds ·Green
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Hole 5
117
yds ·Green
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Hole 6
283
yds ·Green
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Hole 7
145
yds ·Green
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Hole 8
313
yds ·Green
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Hole 9
243
yds ·Green
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Hole 10
296
yds ·Green
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Hole 11
108
yds ·Green
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Hole 12
448
yds ·Green
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Hole 13
137
yds ·Green
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Hole 14
451
yds ·Green
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
333
yds ·Green
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Hole 16
356
yds ·Green
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Hole 17
282
yds ·Green
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Hole 18
411
yds ·Green
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Gold | White | Green | Red |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 4 | 375 | 337 | 303 | 240 |
| 2 | 4 | 10 | 377 | 360 | 340 | 271 |
| 3 | 3 | 14 | 197 | 167 | 113 | 109 |
| 4 | 5 | 12 | 462 | 438 | 406 | 399 |
| 5 | 3 | 16 | 180 | 153 | 117 | 105 |
| 6 | 4 | 6 | 368 | 354 | 283 | 283 |
| 7 | 3 | 8 | 177 | 159 | 145 | 135 |
| 8 | 4 | 2 | 348 | 327 | 313 | 301 |
| 9 | 4 | 18 | 327 | 288 | 243 | 232 |
| Out | 34 | 2,811 | 2,583 | 2,263 | 2,075 | |
| 10 | 4 | 5 | 348 | 312 | 296 | 238 |
| 11 | 3 | 17 | 123 | 112 | 108 | 101 |
| 12 | 5 | 3 | 515 | 458 | 448 | 388 |
| 13 | 3 | 15 | 209 | 183 | 137 | 134 |
| 14 | 5 | 9 | 531 | 494 | 451 | 441 |
| 15 | 4 | 11 | 371 | 344 | 333 | 306 |
| 16 | 4 | 1 | 378 | 372 | 356 | 272 |
| 17 | 4 | 13 | 412 | 396 | 282 | 275 |
| 18 | 5 | 7 | 514 | 439 | 411 | 362 |
| In | 37 | 3,401 | 3,110 | 2,822 | 2,517 | |
| Total | 71 | 6,212 | 5,693 | 5,085 | 4,592 | |
| Rating / Slope | 70.8 / 133 | 68.9 / 127 | 67.3 / 118 | — | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | — | 70.2 / 120 | ||
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Check the dress code before you pack: no denim, cutoffs, T-shirts or swimwear
- Expect the 90-degree cart rule on most par 4s and all par 5s, and path-only on par 3s
- Book within two days of your round if you are not staying at the resort
Dress code
Denim jeans, cutoffs, T-shirts, tennis shorts, short shorts, halter tops, mesh shorts, gym shorts and swimwear are not allowed. Players who are not dressed appropriately can be denied access to the golf facilities.
Carts & walking
Weather permitting, a 90-degree cart rule applies on most par 4s and all par 5s. Carts must stay on the path on all par 3s.
Practice facilities
There is a driving range, a practice green and a short game area with bunkers. Private lessons are offered for the full swing, short game and putting, and club fittings are scheduled by appointment several times a season.
Food & drink
The Clubhouse Grille is in the golf complex.
Policies
The public can book tee times up to two days in advance, with separate rates for on-property and off-property players. Resort guests are encouraged to book as soon as they confirm a room.
Quick answers
Samoset Golf Course at a glance
Is Samoset Golf Course open to the public?
Samoset Golf Course is a resort course — check with the course for who can book tee times.
How many holes does Samoset Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Samoset Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, from 4,592 to 6,212 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed Samoset Golf Course?
Samoset Golf Course was designed by Robert Elder.
What's the dress code at Samoset Golf Course?
Denim jeans, cutoffs, T-shirts, tennis shorts, short shorts, halter tops, mesh shorts, gym shorts and swimwear are not allowed. Players who are not dressed appropriately can be denied access to the golf facilities.
What are the cart and walking rules at Samoset Golf Course?
Weather permitting, a 90-degree cart rule applies on most par 4s and all par 5s. Carts must stay on the path on all par 3s.
What practice facilities does Samoset Golf Course have?
There is a driving range, a practice green and a short game area with bunkers. Private lessons are offered for the full swing, short game and putting, and club fittings are scheduled by appointment several times a season.
What food and drink does Samoset Golf Course have?
The Clubhouse Grille is in the golf complex.
How do you book a tee time at Samoset Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call 207-594-1431.
Where is Samoset Golf Course?
Samoset Golf Course is at 220 Warrenton St, Rockport, ME 04856.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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