Athens Country Club
About Athens Country Club
Athens Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Athens, Georgia. The course was designed by Donald Ross. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,704 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.9.
Walking is permitted.
Athens Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Georgia for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,956 to 6,704 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,704
Slope
137
Rating
72.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
134
GA Average
113
US Average
Based on 284 rated courses in Georgia
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 137 | 72.9 | 479 | 456 | 237 | 384 | 345 | 422 | 581 | 158 | 445 | 3507 | 465 | 195 | 406 | 369 | 467 | 383 | 356 | 192 | 364 | 3197 | 6,704 |
White | 137 | 76.4 | 445 | 436 | 210 | 374 | 339 | 398 | 525 | 134 | 389 | 3250 | 442 | 165 | 377 | 337 | 445 | 364 | 329 | 166 | 343 | 2968 | 6,218 |
White | 130 | 70.8 | 445 | 436 | 210 | 374 | 339 | 398 | 525 | 134 | 389 | 3250 | 442 | 165 | 377 | 337 | 445 | 364 | 329 | 166 | 343 | 2968 | 6,218 |
Gold | 127 | 72.1 | 373 | 373 | 180 | 309 | 333 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 353 | 2737 | 396 | 143 | 337 | 322 | 414 | 341 | 300 | 127 | 294 | 2674 | 5,411 |
Gold | 118 | 66.7 | 373 | 373 | 180 | 309 | 333 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 353 | 2737 | 396 | 143 | 337 | 322 | 414 | 341 | 300 | 127 | 294 | 2674 | 5,411 |
Red | 122 | 69.7 | 373 | 309 | 202 | 276 | 247 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 292 | 2515 | 396 | 121 | 305 | 294 | 373 | 289 | 267 | 114 | 282 | 2441 | 4,956 |
Red | 114 | 64.7 | 373 | 309 | 202 | 276 | 247 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 292 | 2515 | 396 | 121 | 305 | 294 | 373 | 289 | 267 | 114 | 282 | 2441 | 4,956 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Athens Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,704 | 137 | 72.9 | 0-5 |
White | 6,218 | 137 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,218 | 130 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,411 | 127 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,411 | 118 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,956 | 122 | 69.7 | 25+ |
Red | 4,956 | 114 | 64.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Athens Country Club
Athens Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Athens Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Athens Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Athens Country Club is a public golf course located in Athens, GA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Athens Country Club have?expand_more
Athens Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Athens Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Athens Country Club plays to 6,218 yards (par 74). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,956 to 6,704 yards.
What is the slope rating at Athens Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Athens Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Athens Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Athens Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Athens Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Athens Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Athens Country Club offer?expand_more
Athens Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Athens Country Club located?expand_more
Athens Country Club is located at 2700 Jefferson Rd in Athens, GA. You can reach them at 706-354-7111.
What is the difficulty level at Athens Country Club?expand_more
Athens Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 64% of golf courses in Georgia. The average slope rating in Georgia is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Athens Country Club?expand_more
Athens Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,704 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,956 yards, slope 114) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Athens Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Athens Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,956 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Athens Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 127, rating 72.1) at Athens Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 89. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Athens Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Athens Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.