Balboa Golf Course Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
Balboa Golf Course is a par-64 public course in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, playing 4,286 yards from the White tees with a rating of 60.2 and slope of 94.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 64 (8 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 4,286 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 60.2 / 94 |
| Tee Options | 2 |
| Location | Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.6337, -92.9350 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 4,286 | 3,919 | 64 | 60.2 | 94 |
| Red | 3,980 | 3,639 | 64 | 58.8 | 90 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White 60.2/94 | 144 | 140 | 372 | 175 | 336 | 233 | 222 | 196 | 325 | 2143 | 144 | 140 | 372 | 175 | 336 | 233 | 222 | 196 | 325 | 2143 | 4286 |
| Red 58.8/90 | 125 | 130 | 357 | 134 | 315 | 220 | 208 | 189 | 312 | 1990 | 125 | 130 | 357 | 134 | 315 | 220 | 208 | 189 | 312 | 1990 | 3980 |
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 8 | 6 |
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: White (4,286 yards, 60.2/94)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 372 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (4,286 yards, 60.2/94)
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+: Red (3,980 yards, 58.8/90)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 2 (130 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 372 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 140 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 140 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 372-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Balboa Golf Course?
Balboa Golf Course has a course rating of 60.2 and slope of 94 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 58.8 with a slope of 90.
How long is Balboa Golf Course?
From the back tees, Balboa Golf Course plays 4,286 yards. The course is par 64 with 18 holes (8 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Balboa Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 372-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Balboa Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the White tees (4,286 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (3,980 yards).
Is Balboa Golf Course public or private?
Balboa Golf Course is a public golf course in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Balboa Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Coronado Golf Course (Hot Springs Village), Ponce de Leon Golf Course, Magellan Golf Course (Hot Springs Village), Ponce de Leon Golf Course (Hot Springs Village).
Is there a yardage book for Balboa Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Balboa Golf Course 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 Balboa Golf Course 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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