Thunder Bayou Golf Links Blytheville, Arkansas
Thunder Bayou Golf Links is a par-72 public course in Blytheville, Arkansas, playing 7,232 yards from the CHAMP/BLACK tees with a rating of 74.6 and slope of 134.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,232 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.6 / 134 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Blytheville, Arkansas, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.9575, -89.9239 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAMP/BLACK | 7,232 | 72 | 74.6 | 134 |
| BACK/BLUE | 6,659 | 72 | 72 | 129 |
| MIDDLE/WHITE | 6,027 | 72 | 69.1 | 123 |
| SENIOR/GREEN | 5,477 | 72 | 66.6 | 118 |
| SENIOR | 5,477 | 72 | 73.1 | 128 |
| FORWARD | 4,818 | 72 | 69.4 | 120 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAMP/BLACK 74.6/134 | 419 | 552 | 169 | 401 | 584 | 184 | 360 | 447 | 471 | 3587 | 422 | 527 | 410 | 453 | 167 | 357 | 230 | 469 | 610 | 3645 | 7232 |
| BACK/BLUE 72/129 | 379 | 521 | 152 | 354 | 534 | 165 | 328 | 415 | 437 | 3285 | 395 | 498 | 397 | 410 | 146 | 318 | 184 | 453 | 573 | 3374 | 6659 |
| MIDDLE/WHITE 69.1/123 | 325 | 496 | 132 | 328 | 499 | 138 | 291 | 387 | 397 | 2993 | 350 | 472 | 328 | 378 | 114 | 290 | 177 | 400 | 525 | 3034 | 6027 |
| SENIOR/GREEN 66.6/118 | 295 | 445 | 103 | 296 | 454 | 103 | 262 | 353 | 364 | 2675 | 311 | 451 | 289 | 355 | 106 | 253 | 166 | 372 | 499 | 2802 | 5477 |
| SENIOR 73.1/128 | 295 | 445 | 103 | 296 | 454 | 103 | 262 | 353 | 364 | 2675 | 311 | 451 | 289 | 355 | 106 | 253 | 166 | 372 | 499 | 2802 | 5477 |
| FORWARD 69.4/120 | 266 | 404 | 84 | 258 | 407 | 91 | 232 | 300 | 322 | 2364 | 243 | 409 | 261 | 334 | 61 | 233 | 139 | 334 | 440 | 2454 | 4818 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
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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: CHAMP/BLACK (7,232 yards, 74.6/134)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: MIDDLE/WHITE (6,027 yards, 69.1/123)
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+: FORWARD (4,818 yards, 69.4/120)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (61 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 610 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 167 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Thunder Bayou Golf Links?
Thunder Bayou Golf Links has a course rating of 74.6 and slope of 134 from the back tees. From the FORWARD tees, the rating is 69.4 with a slope of 120.
How long is Thunder Bayou Golf Links?
From the back tees, Thunder Bayou Golf Links plays 7,232 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What tees should I play at Thunder Bayou Golf Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the CHAMP/BLACK tees (7,232 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the FORWARD tees (4,818 yards).
Is Thunder Bayou Golf Links public or private?
Thunder Bayou Golf Links is a public golf course in Blytheville, Arkansas. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Thunder Bayou Golf Links?
Nearby courses include Big Lake Country Club, Big Lake Country Club, Kennett Country Club (Kennett), Caruthersville Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Thunder Bayou Golf Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Thunder Bayou Golf Links 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 Thunder Bayou Golf Links 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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