
Amherst Course
Amherst Country Club
Public: #2081
Public: #1855
Public: #22

About this course
Amherst Country Club occupies rolling New Hampshire terrain in the southern part of the state, roughly midway between Manchester and Nashua. William F. Mitchell designed the course, part of his regional portfolio of New England layouts created during the mid-twentieth century. Mitchell, a Massachusetts-based architect, produced functional designs suited to the topography and climate of the Northeast, and Amherst reflects his practical approach to routing golf holes through wooded, undulating landscapes typical of this part of New Hampshire. The course moves through a mix of mature hardwoods and open corridors, with elevation changes that require thoughtful club selection and course management. Fairways generally follow the natural contours of the land, and greens are modest in size with subtle breaks that reward local knowledge. The property's character is consistent with southern New Hampshire golf: seasonal conditions vary considerably, the tree-lined holes demand accuracy, and the layout emphasizes strategic positioning over sheer length. Amherst Country Club operates as a private facility serving its membership and the surrounding communities. The club maintains traditional New England country club customs, with golf as the central activity complemented by social and dining functions. The course provides a straightforward test of golf without dramatic features or tournament pedigree, appealing to members who value consistency and familiarity in their home course. It represents the kind of regional design that forms the backbone of American golf—well-maintained, accessible to a range of skill levels, and integrated into the fabric of its local community.
Quick facts
- Location
- Amherst, NH, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1962
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- William F. Mitchell
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,462 yards
- Difficulty
- 77.1/124
- Course Vaults score
- 6.5
Getting there
Amherst Country Club sits comfortably within New England's most accessible corridor, roughly ninety minutes from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), making it an easy half-day journey for those flying the Northeast corridor. The drive west from Boston unfolds through the gentle roll of suburban Massachusetts before opening into the quieter, more pastoral landscape of southern New Hampshire, where tree-lined roads and the distant ridgeline of the Monadnock region signal arrival in the Merrimack Valley. Manchester Airport (MHT), just forty minutes south, offers a more direct alternative for regional travelers, while those with access to private aviation will find nearby Nashua Airport (ASH) a convenient option for a seamless touchdown. The final miles into Amherst trade highway for country roads that wind past classic New England farmland and woodland, delivering you to a club that embodies the understated elegance of the region's golfing heritage.

FAQ
Common questions about Amherst
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Amherst has a Course Vaults score of 6.5 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.
Amherst was designed by William F. Mitchell.
Yes. Amherst is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Amherst is 72.
Amherst plays 6,462 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Amherst is 124.



