General Burnside State Park
About General Burnside State Park
General Burnside State Park is a 18-hole golf course located in Burnside, Kentucky (42519). It was established in 1950. From the Women - One tees, the course plays to 6,394 yards with a par of 71. The Women - One tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 75.7.
Walking is permitted.
General Burnside State Park offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,036 to 6,394 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
6,394
Slope
134
Rating
75.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Women - One | 134 | 75.7 | 576 | 351 | 136 | 526 | 222 | 536 | 358 | 214 | 391 | 3310 | 342 | 355 | 371 | 401 | 172 | 371 | 167 | 376 | 529 | 3084 | 6,394 |
One | 126 | 70.1 | 576 | 351 | 136 | 526 | 222 | 536 | 358 | 214 | 391 | 3310 | 342 | 355 | 371 | 401 | 172 | 371 | 167 | 376 | 529 | 3084 | 6,394 |
Women - Two | 130 | 73.8 | 548 | 318 | 119 | 506 | 180 | 490 | 321 | 202 | 384 | 3068 | 319 | 347 | 348 | 391 | 154 | 363 | 172 | 353 | 517 | 2964 | 6,032 |
Two | 123 | 68.5 | 548 | 318 | 119 | 506 | 180 | 490 | 321 | 202 | 384 | 3068 | 319 | 347 | 348 | 391 | 154 | 363 | 172 | 353 | 517 | 2964 | 6,032 |
Women - Three | 124 | 71.2 | 494 | 299 | 101 | 490 | 155 | 458 | 290 | 171 | 354 | 2812 | 311 | 309 | 338 | 356 | 143 | 339 | 157 | 338 | 457 | 2748 | 5,560 |
Three | 119 | 66.3 | 494 | 299 | 101 | 490 | 155 | 458 | 290 | 171 | 354 | 2812 | 311 | 309 | 338 | 356 | 143 | 339 | 157 | 338 | 457 | 2748 | 5,560 |
Women - Four | 118 | 68.2 | 454 | 277 | 97 | 443 | 132 | 429 | 268 | 135 | 294 | 2529 | 263 | 278 | 317 | 346 | 123 | 297 | 136 | 313 | 434 | 2507 | 5,036 |
Four | 114 | 63.9 | 454 | 277 | 97 | 443 | 132 | 429 | 268 | 135 | 294 | 2529 | 263 | 278 | 317 | 346 | 123 | 297 | 136 | 313 | 434 | 2507 | 5,036 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 13 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
General Burnside State Park offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Women - One | 6,394 | 134 | 75.7 | 5-15 |
One | 6,394 | 126 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
Women - Two | 6,032 | 130 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
Two | 6,032 | 123 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
Women - Three | 5,560 | 124 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Three | 5,560 | 119 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Women - Four | 5,036 | 118 | 68.2 | 20-30 |
Four | 5,036 | 114 | 63.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at General Burnside State Park
General Burnside State Park features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for General Burnside State Park. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is General Burnside State Park a public or private golf course?expand_more
General Burnside State Park is a public golf course located in Burnside, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does General Burnside State Park have?expand_more
General Burnside State Park is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1950.
What is the yardage at General Burnside State Park?expand_more
From the Women - One tees, General Burnside State Park plays to 6,394 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,036 to 6,394 yards.
What is the slope rating at General Burnside State Park?expand_more
The Women - One tees at General Burnside State Park have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 75.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk General Burnside State Park?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at General Burnside State Park. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at General Burnside State Park?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at General Burnside State Park. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does General Burnside State Park offer?expand_more
General Burnside State Park offers a pro shop.
Where is General Burnside State Park located?expand_more
General Burnside State Park is located at Burnside Island in Burnside, KY 42519. You can reach them at 606-561-4104.
What is the difficulty level at General Burnside State Park?expand_more
General Burnside State Park is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 60% 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 General Burnside State Park?expand_more
General Burnside State Park offers 8 tee sets. Women - One tees (6,394 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Four tees (5,036 yards, slope 114) 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 General Burnside State Park?expand_more
Beginners at General Burnside State Park should play the Four tees, which play 5,036 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 General Burnside State Park?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Women - Three tees (slope 124, rating 71.2) at General Burnside State Park would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 General Burnside State Park?expand_more
A typical round at General Burnside State Park 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.