Shoal Creek Shoal Creek, Alabama
Shoal Creek is a par-72 public course in Shoal Creek, Alabama, playing 7,394 yards from the 5 Star tees with a rating of 76.2 and slope of 145.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,394 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 76.2 / 145 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Shoal Creek, Alabama, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.4360, -86.6114 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Star | 7,394 | 72 | 76.2 | 145 |
| 4 Star | 6,966 | 72 | 74.2 | 142 |
| Chairman | 6,732 | 72 | 73.1 | 140 |
| 3 Star | 6,538 | 72 | 78.4 | 143 |
| 2 Star | 5,853 | 72 | 74.6 | 135 |
| 1 Star | 5,091 | 72 | 70.4 | 126 |
| 3 Star | 6,538 | 72 | 78.4 | 143 |
| 2 Star | 5,853 | 72 | 74.6 | 135 |
| 1 Star | 5,091 | 72 | 70.4 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Star 76.2/145 | 404 | 415 | 531 | 482 | 217 | 540 | 471 | 165 | 453 | 3678 | 430 | 522 | 527 | 214 | 389 | 421 | 214 | 551 | 448 | 3716 | 7394 |
| 4 Star 74.2/142 | 393 | 391 | 508 | 453 | 188 | 528 | 446 | 151 | 414 | 3472 | 419 | 495 | 449 | 189 | 382 | 405 | 199 | 530 | 426 | 3494 | 6966 |
| Chairman 73.1/140 | 372 | 369 | 508 | 420 | 188 | 528 | 426 | 151 | 380 | 3342 | 400 | 495 | 428 | 189 | 369 | 376 | 199 | 530 | 404 | 3390 | 6732 |
| 3 Star 78.4/143 | 372 | 369 | 502 | 420 | 165 | 475 | 426 | 134 | 380 | 3243 | 400 | 472 | 428 | 171 | 369 | 376 | 177 | 498 | 404 | 3295 | 6538 |
| 2 Star 74.6/135 | 361 | 340 | 487 | 357 | 145 | 433 | 359 | 124 | 347 | 2953 | 339 | 451 | 312 | 148 | 335 | 348 | 142 | 464 | 361 | 2900 | 5853 |
| 1 Star 70.4/126 | 283 | 315 | 439 | 339 | 111 | 400 | 318 | 107 | 301 | 2613 | 313 | 359 | 312 | 109 | 273 | 264 | 106 | 411 | 331 | 2478 | 5091 |
| 3 Star 78.4/143 | 372 | 369 | 502 | 420 | 165 | 475 | 426 | 134 | 380 | 3243 | 400 | 472 | 428 | 171 | 369 | 376 | 177 | 498 | 404 | 3295 | 6538 |
| 2 Star 74.6/135 | 361 | 340 | 487 | 357 | 145 | 433 | 359 | 124 | 347 | 2953 | 339 | 451 | 312 | 148 | 335 | 348 | 142 | 464 | 361 | 2900 | 5853 |
| 1 Star 70.4/126 | 283 | 315 | 439 | 339 | 111 | 400 | 318 | 107 | 301 | 2613 | 313 | 359 | 312 | 109 | 273 | 264 | 106 | 411 | 331 | 2478 | 5091 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 13 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 4 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: 5 Star (7,394 yards, 76.2/145)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 453 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: 3 Star (6,538 yards, 78.4/143)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: 1 Star (5,091 yards, 70.4/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 8 (107 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 453 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 214 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 551 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 165 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 527-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Shoal Creek?
Shoal Creek has a course rating of 76.2 and slope of 145 from the back tees. From the 1 Star tees, the rating is 70.4 with a slope of 126.
How long is Shoal Creek?
From the back tees, Shoal Creek plays 7,394 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Shoal Creek?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 453-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Shoal Creek?
For handicaps 0-10, play the 5 Star tees (7,394 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the 1 Star tees (5,091 yards).
Is Shoal Creek public or private?
Shoal Creek is a public golf course in Shoal Creek, Alabama. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Shoal Creek?
Nearby courses include Greystone G&CC Legacy, Greystone G&CC Legacy, Old Overton Club, Pine Tree Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Shoal Creek?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Shoal Creek with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Shoal Creek have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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