Okefenokee Golf and Country Club
About Okefenokee Golf and Country Club
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Blackshear, Georgia (31516). The course was designed by Joe Lee and established in 1977. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,655 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.6.
Walking is permitted.
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,219 to 6,655 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
6,655
Slope
131
Rating
72.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 | 131 | 72.6 | 524 | 372 | 385 | 169 | 357 | 430 | 197 | 499 | 427 | 3360 | 402 | 363 | 534 | 386 | 163 | 483 | 401 | 161 | 402 | 3295 | 6,655 |
White | 136 | 77.2 | 495 | 347 | 364 | 159 | 340 | 401 | 177 | 483 | 394 | 3160 | 388 | 349 | 518 | 368 | 157 | 458 | 383 | 148 | 387 | 3156 | 6,316 |
White | 128 | 71.0 | 495 | 347 | 364 | 159 | 340 | 401 | 177 | 483 | 394 | 3160 | 388 | 349 | 518 | 368 | 157 | 458 | 383 | 148 | 387 | 3156 | 6,316 |
Gold | 127 | 72.7 | 440 | 319 | 322 | 149 | 264 | 341 | 153 | 441 | 337 | 2766 | 341 | 316 | 460 | 320 | 145 | 435 | 323 | 109 | 340 | 2789 | 5,555 |
Gold | 122 | 67.2 | 440 | 319 | 322 | 149 | 264 | 341 | 153 | 441 | 337 | 2766 | 341 | 316 | 460 | 320 | 145 | 435 | 323 | 109 | 340 | 2789 | 5,555 |
Black | 117 | 65.0 | 404 | 294 | 300 | 144 | 264 | 316 | 114 | 388 | 298 | 2522 | 324 | 287 | 437 | 294 | 147 | 384 | 297 | 105 | 292 | 2567 | 5,089 |
Red | 119 | 69.4 | 399 | 289 | 295 | 139 | 259 | 311 | 109 | 383 | 293 | 2477 | 319 | 282 | 432 | 289 | 142 | 379 | 292 | 100 | 287 | 2522 | 4,999 |
Green | 113 | 64.4 | 370 | 235 | 250 | 125 | 205 | 255 | 109 | 355 | 245 | 2149 | 260 | 215 | 385 | 225 | 120 | 335 | 240 | 70 | 220 | 2070 | 4,219 |
Green | 112 | 61.6 | 370 | 235 | 250 | 125 | 205 | 255 | 109 | 355 | 245 | 2149 | 260 | 215 | 385 | 225 | 120 | 335 | 240 | 70 | 220 | 2070 | 4,219 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 14 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 9 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,655 | 131 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,316 | 136 | 77.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,316 | 128 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,555 | 127 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,555 | 122 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
Black | 5,089 | 117 | 65.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,999 | 119 | 69.4 | 25+ |
Green | 4,219 | 113 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Green | 4,219 | 112 | 61.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Okefenokee Golf and Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Okefenokee Golf and Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club is a public golf course located in Blackshear, GA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Okefenokee Golf and Country Club have?expand_more
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1977. The course was designed by Joe Lee.
What is the yardage at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Okefenokee Golf and Country Club plays to 6,316 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,219 to 6,655 yards.
What is the slope rating at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://okefenokeecountryclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Okefenokee Golf and Country Club offer?expand_more
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Okefenokee Golf and Country Club located?expand_more
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club is located at 1204 South River Oaks Drive in Blackshear, GA 31516. You can reach them at +1-912-283-7400.
What is the difficulty level at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 57% 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 Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Okefenokee Golf and Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Blue tees (6,655 yards, slope 131) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (4,219 yards, slope 112) 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 Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,219 yards with a slope of 112. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 122, rating 67.2) at Okefenokee Golf and Country Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Okefenokee Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Okefenokee Golf and 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.