About this course
Shennecossett Golf Course is a public 18-hole golf course in Groton, Connecticut, founded in 1898 and designed by Donald Ross. Set along Long Island Sound and the Thames River, the course offers coastal views from several holes, including sightings of tall ships and submarines on the water. The Town of Groton owns and operates the historic layout as one of the state's most recognized public courses. It remains a fixture of New England golf history along the Connecticut shoreline.
Type
Links-Style
Region
New England
Holes
18
Par
72
Established
1898
LooperScore
76.0
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Design & architects
- Donald Ross, architect
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Mohegan Sun Golf Club
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Last verified 2026-09-17
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