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Palmyra Course

Palmyra Golf Course

Palmyra, ME, USA
msc060101
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18 holesPar 726,550 yds69.9/118

About this course

Palmyra Golf Course is a nine-hole layout in Palmyra, Maine, designed by Richard Cayer. The course serves the rural communities of central Maine, situated in Penobscot County between the larger towns of Newport and Pittsfield. The facility operates as a public course accessible to daily-fee players and offers a straightforward golf experience characteristic of small-town New England layouts. The routing works across rolling terrain typical of inland Maine, with fairways carved through mixed woodlands and open agricultural land. The topography provides natural elevation changes that add variety to the holes without creating severe slopes. Players encounter tree-lined corridors on several holes, while others open to broader views of the surrounding countryside. Water features and bunkers are incorporated into the design, though the emphasis remains on playable golf rather than severe hazards. The nine-hole format allows for an 18-hole round by playing the course twice from different tee positions, a common approach for smaller facilities in rural areas. Palmyra serves both local residents and visitors exploring Maine's inland golf options, offering a more relaxed alternative to the state's better-known coastal courses. The club maintains a community-oriented atmosphere, with the course functioning as a recreational hub for the region. Conditioning and amenities reflect the scale of a modest public facility focused on providing accessible golf in a quiet, rural setting.

Quick facts

Location
Palmyra, ME, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1952
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,550 yards
Difficulty
69.9/118

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Common questions about Palmyra

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Palmyra was designed by Richard Cayer.

Yes. Palmyra is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Palmyra is 72.

Palmyra plays 6,550 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Palmyra is 118.

Palmyra is a 18-hole course.

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