Gaston Country Club
About Gaston Country Club
Gaston Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Gastonia, North Carolina (28056). The course was designed by Ellis Maples and established in 1957. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,917 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.0.
Walking is permitted.
Gaston Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, 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 13 tee sets ranging from 4,170 to 6,917 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
6,917
Slope
137
Rating
74.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 349 rated courses in North Carolina
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 | 137 | 74.0 | 503 | 185 | 460 | 389 | 430 | 380 | 507 | 222 | 423 | 3499 | 413 | 139 | 384 | 529 | 204 | 433 | 411 | 389 | 516 | 3418 | 6,917 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 136 | 73.1 | 503 | 185 | 460 | 378 | 416 | 373 | 507 | 185 | 423 | 3430 | 413 | 139 | 372 | 506 | 204 | 417 | 390 | 355 | 516 | 3312 | 6,742 |
Blue Tees | 134 | 72.1 | 476 | 160 | 430 | 378 | 416 | 373 | 498 | 185 | 405 | 3321 | 383 | 129 | 372 | 506 | 178 | 417 | 390 | 355 | 495 | 3225 | 6,546 |
Blue/Green Hybrid | 131 | 71.1 | 476 | 160 | 389 | 378 | 406 | 331 | 490 | 162 | 394 | 3186 | 371 | 129 | 361 | 506 | 158 | 405 | 370 | 355 | 495 | 3150 | 6,336 |
Green Tees | 129 | 70.4 | 468 | 160 | 389 | 366 | 406 | 331 | 490 | 162 | 394 | 3166 | 371 | 120 | 361 | 479 | 158 | 405 | 370 | 337 | 474 | 3075 | 6,241 |
Green/White Hybrid | 126 | 69.2 | 468 | 132 | 378 | 331 | 338 | 331 | 490 | 150 | 373 | 2991 | 371 | 120 | 361 | 479 | 137 | 358 | 341 | 337 | 474 | 2978 | 5,969 |
White Tees | 136 | 74.1 | 460 | 132 | 378 | 331 | 338 | 318 | 455 | 150 | 373 | 2935 | 359 | 110 | 350 | 451 | 137 | 358 | 341 | 314 | 446 | 2866 | 5,801 |
White Tees | 124 | 68.5 | 460 | 132 | 378 | 331 | 338 | 318 | 455 | 150 | 373 | 2935 | 359 | 110 | 350 | 451 | 137 | 358 | 341 | 314 | 446 | 2866 | 5,801 |
White/Red Hybrid | 117 | 65.8 | 402 | 132 | 322 | 331 | 338 | 318 | 431 | 129 | 324 | 2727 | 318 | 110 | 318 | 418 | 137 | 300 | 293 | 314 | 364 | 2572 | 5,299 |
Red Tees | 125 | 70.7 | 402 | 127 | 322 | 304 | 331 | 278 | 431 | 129 | 324 | 2648 | 318 | 101 | 318 | 418 | 96 | 300 | 293 | 296 | 364 | 2504 | 5,152 |
Red Tees | 115 | 65.2 | 402 | 127 | 322 | 304 | 331 | 278 | 431 | 129 | 324 | 2648 | 318 | 101 | 318 | 418 | 96 | 300 | 293 | 296 | 364 | 2504 | 5,152 |
Yellow Tees | 113 | 64.5 | 349 | 90 | 267 | 241 | 260 | 217 | 351 | 87 | 242 | 2104 | 249 | 98 | 242 | 333 | 96 | 248 | 232 | 238 | 330 | 2066 | 4,170 |
Yellow Tees | 102 | 61.8 | 349 | 90 | 267 | 241 | 260 | 217 | 351 | 87 | 242 | 2104 | 249 | 98 | 242 | 333 | 96 | 248 | 232 | 238 | 330 | 2066 | 4,170 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Gaston Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 6,917 | 137 | 74.0 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 6,742 | 136 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Blue Tees | 6,546 | 134 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Blue/Green Hybrid | 6,336 | 131 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Green Tees | 6,241 | 129 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
Green/White Hybrid | 5,969 | 126 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,801 | 136 | 74.1 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,801 | 124 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
White/Red Hybrid | 5,299 | 117 | 65.8 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,152 | 125 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,152 | 115 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Yellow Tees | 4,170 | 113 | 64.5 | 25+ |
Yellow Tees | 4,170 | 102 | 61.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Gaston Country Club
Gaston Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Gaston Country Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gaston Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Gaston Country Club is a private golf course located in Gastonia, NC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Gaston Country Club have?expand_more
Gaston Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1957. The course was designed by Ellis Maples.
What is the yardage at Gaston Country Club?expand_more
From the Green/White Hybrid tees, Gaston Country Club plays to 5,969 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,170 to 6,917 yards.
What is the slope rating at Gaston Country Club?expand_more
The Gold Tees tees at Gaston Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Gaston Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Gaston Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Gaston Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Gaston Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Gaston Country Club offer?expand_more
Gaston Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Gaston Country Club located?expand_more
Gaston Country Club is located at 3700 Country Club Dr in Gastonia, NC 28056. You can reach them at 704-865-7949.
What is the difficulty level at Gaston Country Club?expand_more
Gaston Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 58% of golf courses in North Carolina. The average slope rating in North Carolina is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Gaston Country Club?expand_more
Gaston Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,917 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Yellow Tees tees (4,170 yards, slope 102) 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 Gaston Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Gaston Country Club should play the Yellow Tees tees, which play 4,170 yards with a slope of 102. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Gaston Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White Tees tees (slope 136, rating 74.1) at Gaston Country Club would have a course handicap of 20 and an expected score of approximately 92. 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 Gaston Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Gaston Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.