Elk River Club
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Elk River Club is a public 18-hole golf course located in Sugar Mountain, North Carolina.. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,778 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 73.4.
Elk River Club is open to the public for daily-fee play. Walking is permitted.
Elk River Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 143, putting it in the upper half of courses in North Carolina for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,460 to 6,778 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
6,778
Slope
143
Rating
73.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
This Course
138
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 19 rated courses in North Carolina
Which Tees Should I Play?
Elk River Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Handicap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 6,778 | 143 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 6,520 | 139 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 6,227 | 134 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Nicklaus Tees | 5,896 | 129 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,453 | 135 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,453 | 124 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,972 | 131 | 69.6 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,972 | 119 | 65.0 | 25+ |
Bear Tees | 4,460 | 124 | 66.9 | 25+ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 143 | 73.4 | 475 | 199 | 548 | 385 | 418 | 497 | 360 | 193 | 414 | 3489 | 369 | 385 | 163 | 317 | 466 | 169 | 507 | 361 | 552 | 3289 | 6,778 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 139 | 72.2 | 404 | 199 | 548 | 355 | 373 | 497 | 360 | 193 | 414 | 3343 | 369 | 385 | 163 | 317 | 412 | 169 | 507 | 361 | 494 | 3177 | 6,520 |
Blue Tees | 134 | 71.0 | 404 | 179 | 492 | 355 | 373 | 472 | 339 | 154 | 402 | 3170 | 353 | 358 | 153 | 299 | 412 | 156 | 490 | 342 | 494 | 3057 | 6,227 |
Nicklaus Tees | 129 | 69.5 | 379 | 159 | 452 | 343 | 362 | 464 | 329 | 144 | 369 | 3001 | 345 | 323 | 143 | 292 | 379 | 151 | 480 | 333 | 449 | 2895 | 5,896 |
White Tees | 135 | 72.6 | 373 | 134 | 446 | 304 | 336 | 413 | 300 | 129 | 339 | 2774 | 321 | 317 | 117 | 285 | 336 | 141 | 424 | 295 | 443 | 2679 | 5,453 |
White Tees | 124 | 67.3 | 373 | 134 | 446 | 304 | 336 | 413 | 300 | 129 | 339 | 2774 | 321 | 317 | 117 | 285 | 336 | 141 | 424 | 295 | 443 | 2679 | 5,453 |
Red Tees | 131 | 69.6 | 335 | 111 | 429 | 279 | 313 | 374 | 273 | 113 | 318 | 2545 | 286 | 302 | 108 | 235 | 309 | 130 | 396 | 277 | 384 | 2427 | 4,972 |
Red Tees | 119 | 65.0 | 335 | 111 | 429 | 279 | 313 | 374 | 273 | 113 | 318 | 2545 | 286 | 302 | 108 | 235 | 309 | 130 | 396 | 277 | 384 | 2427 | 4,972 |
Bear Tees | 124 | 66.9 | 281 | 111 | 352 | 279 | 244 | 374 | 273 | 113 | 261 | 2288 | 286 | 235 | 108 | 235 | 235 | 130 | 353 | 230 | 360 | 2172 | 4,460 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 2 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 9 |
Amenities at Elk River Club
Elk River Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Elk River Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elk River Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Elk River Club is a public golf course located in Sugar Mountain, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Elk River Club have?expand_more
Elk River Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Elk River Club?expand_more
From the White Tees tees, Elk River Club plays to 5,453 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,460 to 6,778 yards.
What is the slope rating at Elk River Club?expand_more
The Gold Tees tees at Elk River Club have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 73.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Elk River Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Elk River Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Elk River Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Elk River Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Elk River Club offer?expand_more
Elk River Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Elk River Club located?expand_more
Elk River Club is located in Sugar Mountain, NC.
What is the difficulty level at Elk River Club?expand_more
Elk River Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 63% of golf courses in North Carolina. The average slope rating in North Carolina is 138. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Elk River Club?expand_more
Elk River Club offers 9 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,778 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Bear Tees tees (4,460 yards, slope 124) 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 Elk River Club?expand_more
Beginners at Elk River Club should play the Bear Tees tees, which play 4,460 yards with a slope of 124. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
How long does a round take at Elk River Club?expand_more
A typical round at Elk River 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.