Benton Golf & Country Club
About Benton Golf & Country Club
Benton Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Benton, Kentucky.. From the White tees, the course plays to 6,461 yards with a par of 71. The White tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 71.8.
Walking is permitted.
Benton Golf & Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, putting it in the upper half of courses in Kentucky for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,638 to 6,461 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
71
Length
6,461
Slope
137
Rating
71.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
132
KY Average
113
US Average
Based on 128 rated courses in Kentucky
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
White | 137 | 71.8 | 546 | 192 | 371 | 372 | 390 | 152 | 357 | 368 | 353 | 3101 | 382 | 474 | 340 | 197 | 344 | 536 | 191 | 387 | 509 | 3360 | 6,461 |
Blue | 139 | 70.4 | 524 | 175 | 349 | 357 | 376 | 142 | 343 | 352 | 342 | 2960 | 378 | 441 | 331 | 182 | 338 | 514 | 176 | 372 | 473 | 3205 | 6,165 |
Yellow - Women | 137 | 75.3 | 519 | 167 | 333 | 348 | 368 | 110 | 336 | 336 | 332 | 2849 | 363 | 422 | 320 | 177 | 332 | 499 | 170 | 363 | 459 | 3105 | 5,954 |
Yellow | 136 | 69.2 | 519 | 167 | 333 | 348 | 368 | 110 | 336 | 336 | 332 | 2849 | 363 | 422 | 320 | 177 | 332 | 499 | 170 | 363 | 459 | 3105 | 5,954 |
Red - 2018 | 136 | 73.3 | 495 | 150 | 316 | 326 | 357 | 95 | 316 | 332 | 323 | 2710 | 332 | 399 | 306 | 149 | 331 | 483 | 134 | 351 | 443 | 2928 | 5,638 |
Red - Men | 127 | 67.7 | 495 | 150 | 316 | 326 | 357 | 95 | 316 | 332 | 323 | 2710 | 332 | 399 | 306 | 149 | 331 | 483 | 134 | 351 | 443 | 2928 | 5,638 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Benton Golf & Country Club offers 6 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White | 6,461 | 137 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,165 | 139 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
Yellow - Women | 5,954 | 137 | 75.3 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 5,954 | 136 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Red - 2018 | 5,638 | 136 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Red - Men | 5,638 | 127 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Benton Golf & Country Club
Benton Golf & Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Benton Golf & 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 Benton Golf & Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Benton Golf & Country Club is a public golf course located in Benton, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Benton Golf & Country Club have?expand_more
Benton Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Benton Golf & Country Club plays to 6,461 yards (par 71). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,638 to 6,461 yards.
What is the slope rating at Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
The White tees at Benton Golf & Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 71.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Benton Golf & Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Benton Golf & Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Benton Golf & Country Club offer?expand_more
Benton Golf & Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Benton Golf & Country Club located?expand_more
Benton Golf & Country Club is located in Benton, KY.
What is the difficulty level at Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Benton Golf & Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 75% of golf courses in Kentucky. The average slope rating in Kentucky is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Benton Golf & Country Club offers 6 tee sets. White tees (6,461 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red - Men tees (5,638 yards, slope 127) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Benton Golf & Country Club should play the Red - Men tees, which play 5,638 yards with a slope of 127. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Yellow tees (slope 136, rating 69.2) at Benton Golf & Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Benton Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Benton Golf & 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.