Great Cove Golf Course
About Great Cove Golf Course
Great Cove Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Ayr Township, Pennsylvania.. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,620 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 77.7.
Walking is permitted.
Great Cove Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Pennsylvania for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,147 to 6,620 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.
Golf in Pennsylvania typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,620
Slope
135
Rating
77.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
132
PA Average
113
US Average
Based on 348 rated courses in Pennsylvania
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 | 135 | 77.7 | 420 | 402 | 419 | 190 | 490 | 161 | 431 | 420 | 514 | 3447 | 419 | 468 | 157 | 326 | 301 | 312 | 180 | 553 | 457 | 3173 | 6,620 |
Blue | 124 | 71.7 | 420 | 402 | 419 | 190 | 490 | 161 | 431 | 420 | 514 | 3447 | 419 | 468 | 157 | 326 | 301 | 312 | 180 | 553 | 457 | 3173 | 6,620 |
White | 132 | 76.3 | 407 | 388 | 402 | 160 | 475 | 150 | 419 | 404 | 502 | 3307 | 403 | 453 | 153 | 316 | 290 | 298 | 165 | 540 | 452 | 3070 | 6,377 |
White | 121 | 70.5 | 407 | 388 | 402 | 160 | 475 | 150 | 419 | 404 | 502 | 3307 | 403 | 453 | 153 | 316 | 290 | 298 | 165 | 540 | 452 | 3070 | 6,377 |
Gold | 120 | 71.4 | 336 | 339 | 346 | 153 | 457 | 130 | 353 | 351 | 443 | 2908 | 328 | 413 | 137 | 303 | 284 | 282 | 159 | 437 | 395 | 2738 | 5,646 |
Gold | 116 | 66.6 | 336 | 339 | 346 | 153 | 457 | 130 | 353 | 351 | 443 | 2908 | 328 | 413 | 137 | 303 | 284 | 282 | 159 | 437 | 395 | 2738 | 5,646 |
Red | 113 | 69.2 | 332 | 335 | 279 | 147 | 408 | 114 | 296 | 296 | 439 | 2646 | 324 | 376 | 133 | 261 | 278 | 230 | 152 | 428 | 319 | 2501 | 5,147 |
Red | 109 | 64.0 | 332 | 335 | 279 | 147 | 408 | 114 | 296 | 296 | 439 | 2646 | 324 | 376 | 133 | 261 | 278 | 230 | 152 | 428 | 319 | 2501 | 5,147 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Great Cove Golf Course offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,620 | 135 | 77.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,620 | 124 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,377 | 132 | 76.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,377 | 121 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,646 | 120 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,646 | 116 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,147 | 113 | 69.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,147 | 109 | 64.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Great Cove Golf Course
Great Cove Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Great Cove Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Great Cove Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Great Cove Golf Course is a public golf course located in Ayr Township, PA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Great Cove Golf Course have?expand_more
Great Cove Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Great Cove Golf Course plays to 6,377 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,147 to 6,620 yards.
What is the slope rating at Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Great Cove Golf Course have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 77.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Great Cove Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Great Cove Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Great Cove Golf Course offer?expand_more
Great Cove Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Great Cove Golf Course located?expand_more
Great Cove Golf Course is located in Ayr Township, PA.
What is the difficulty level at Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
Great Cove Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 59% of golf courses in Pennsylvania. The average slope rating in Pennsylvania is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
Great Cove Golf Course offers 8 tee sets. Blue tees (6,620 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,147 yards, slope 109) 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 Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Great Cove Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,147 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 120, rating 71.4) at Great Cove Golf Course would have a course handicap of 15 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 Great Cove Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Great Cove Golf Course 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.