The Golf Club at the Highlands
About The Golf Club at the Highlands
The Golf Club at the Highlands is a 18-hole golf course located in Richmond, Virginia.. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,565 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 134, The Golf Club at the Highlands is more accessible than most courses in Virginia. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,845 to 6,565 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
6,565
Slope
133
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
136
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 207 rated courses in Virginia
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 | 133 | 72.0 | 408 | 166 | 523 | 384 | 196 | 285 | 469 | 163 | 516 | 3110 | 576 | 161 | 386 | 457 | 519 | 367 | 423 | 149 | 417 | 3455 | 6,565 |
Blue | 130 | 70.3 | 366 | 156 | 501 | 358 | 170 | 275 | 459 | 153 | 488 | 2926 | 539 | 132 | 354 | 425 | 492 | 349 | 413 | 141 | 405 | 3250 | 6,176 |
Black | 124 | 68.7 | 332 | 129 | 501 | 317 | 154 | 275 | 459 | 153 | 442 | 2762 | 497 | 132 | 354 | 381 | 492 | 349 | 377 | 141 | 366 | 3089 | 5,851 |
White | 134 | 72.8 | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 497 | 105 | 309 | 381 | 461 | 315 | 377 | 122 | 366 | 2933 | 5,564 |
White | 118 | 67.3 | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 497 | 105 | 309 | 381 | 461 | 315 | 377 | 122 | 366 | 2933 | 5,564 |
Mint | 115 | 66.3 | 332 | 129 | 436 | 274 | 154 | 234 | 392 | 114 | 409 | 2474 | 497 | 105 | 309 | 341 | 461 | 315 | 377 | 113 | 331 | 2849 | 5,323 |
Mint | 126 | 70.0 | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 5,072 |
Green | 121 | 68.9 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 274 | 134 | 196 | 392 | 114 | 409 | 2371 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 4,812 |
Green | 110 | 63.8 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 274 | 134 | 196 | 392 | 114 | 409 | 2371 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 4,812 |
Silver | 116 | 66.3 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 210 | 134 | 196 | 337 | 114 | 334 | 2177 | 376 | 93 | 165 | 290 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 278 | 2253 | 4,430 |
Silver | 107 | 62.6 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 210 | 134 | 196 | 337 | 114 | 334 | 2177 | 376 | 93 | 165 | 290 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 278 | 2253 | 4,430 |
Orange | 110 | 63.1 | 230 | 75 | 365 | 210 | 85 | 140 | 300 | 70 | 350 | 1825 | 350 | 90 | 150 | 290 | 320 | 215 | 245 | 110 | 250 | 2020 | 3,845 |
Orange | 103 | 60.9 | 230 | 75 | 365 | 210 | 85 | 140 | 300 | 70 | 350 | 1825 | 350 | 90 | 150 | 290 | 320 | 215 | 245 | 110 | 250 | 2020 | 3,845 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 1 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Golf Club at the Highlands offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,565 | 133 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,176 | 130 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Black | 5,851 | 124 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
White | 5,564 | 134 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
White | 5,564 | 118 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Mint | 5,323 | 115 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Mint | 5,072 | 126 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,812 | 121 | 68.9 | 25+ |
Green | 4,812 | 110 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,430 | 116 | 66.3 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,430 | 107 | 62.6 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,845 | 110 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,845 | 103 | 60.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Golf Club at the Highlands
The Golf Club at the Highlands features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Golf Club at the Highlands. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Golf Club at the Highlands a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Golf Club at the Highlands is a public golf course located in Richmond, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Golf Club at the Highlands have?expand_more
The Golf Club at the Highlands is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
From the White tees, The Golf Club at the Highlands plays to 5,564 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,845 to 6,565 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
The Gold tees at The Golf Club at the Highlands have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Golf Club at the Highlands. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Golf Club at the Highlands. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.highlands-golf.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Golf Club at the Highlands offer?expand_more
The Golf Club at the Highlands offers a pro shop.
Where is The Golf Club at the Highlands located?expand_more
The Golf Club at the Highlands is located in Richmond, VA.
What is the difficulty level at The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
The Golf Club at the Highlands is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 39% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 136. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
The Golf Club at the Highlands offers 13 tee sets. Gold tees (6,565 yards, slope 133) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Orange tees (3,845 yards, slope 103) 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 The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
Beginners at The Golf Club at the Highlands should play the Orange tees, which play 3,845 yards with a slope of 103. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Mint tees (slope 126, rating 70.0) at The Golf Club at the Highlands 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 The Golf Club at the Highlands?expand_more
A typical round at The Golf Club at the Highlands 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.