
Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) Course
Wampanoag Golf Course
About this course
Wampanoag Golf Course is a public facility in North Swansea, Massachusetts, designed by Aljenon Barney. The course serves the southeastern Massachusetts golfing community in a region bordered by Rhode Island to the east and characterized by modest terrain typical of the coastal lowlands between Providence and Fall River. The layout reflects mid-20th century public course design priorities, offering accessible golf in a setting shaped by New England's glacial topography and mixed woodlands. The alternate tees at Wampanoag provide varied playing lengths and angles, allowing the course to accommodate different skill levels and create distinct experiences from the same routing. This flexibility is common in public facilities where maximizing playability across a broad membership and daily-fee clientele remains essential. The course navigates terrain that likely includes gentle elevation changes, seasonal wetlands, and tree-lined corridors typical of the region's landscape. As a municipal or publicly accessible course, Wampanoag serves both regular members and visiting golfers seeking affordable options in the greater Providence-Fall River area. The facility represents the kind of community golf resource that has sustained the game's grassroots participation in New England for decades, offering straightforward golf without the exclusivity or conditioning standards of private clubs. The alternate tee system extends the course's utility, making it adaptable for tournaments, league play, and varied daily setups throughout the season.
Quick facts
- Location
- North Swansea, MA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1931
- Designer
- Aljenon Barney
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 5,734 yards
- Difficulty
- 66.8/114
FAQ
Common questions about Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) at Wampanoag Golf Course
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) was designed by Aljenon Barney.
Yes. Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) at Wampanoag Golf Course is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) is 71.
Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) plays 5,734 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) is 114.
Wampanoag (Alternate Tees) is a 18-hole course.



