Fossil Trace Golf Club Golden, Colorado
Fossil Trace Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Golden, Colorado, playing 6,812 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72 and slope of 141.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,812 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72 / 141 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Golden, Colorado, USA |
| Coordinates | 39.7414, -105.2113 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,812 | 6,229 | 72 | 72 | 141 |
| T-Rex | 6,591 | 6,027 | 72 | 70.9 | 136 |
| Blue | 6,222 | 5,689 | 72 | 68.9 | 130 |
| Trike | 5,891 | 5,387 | 72 | 67.8 | 121 |
| White | 5,540 | 5,066 | 72 | 66.2 | 114 |
| Gold | 4,662 | 4,263 | 72 | 62.5 | 109 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72/141 | 575 | 320 | 151 | 480 | 96 | 409 | 377 | 412 | 659 | 3479 | 333 | 186 | 585 | 394 | 231 | 565 | 160 | 356 | 523 | 3333 | 6812 |
| T-Rex 70.9/136 | 544 | 320 | 151 | 426 | 95 | 409 | 377 | 372 | 659 | 3353 | 333 | 186 | 545 | 394 | 205 | 536 | 160 | 356 | 523 | 3238 | 6591 |
| Blue 68.9/130 | 544 | 297 | 135 | 426 | 95 | 372 | 338 | 372 | 570 | 3149 | 305 | 154 | 545 | 381 | 205 | 536 | 141 | 320 | 486 | 3073 | 6222 |
| Trike 67.8/121 | 491 | 297 | 135 | 383 | 99 | 372 | 338 | 317 | 513 | 2945 | 305 | 154 | 507 | 381 | 172 | 480 | 141 | 320 | 486 | 2946 | 5891 |
| White 66.2/114 | 491 | 271 | 119 | 383 | 99 | 339 | 279 | 317 | 513 | 2811 | 270 | 126 | 507 | 331 | 172 | 480 | 128 | 276 | 439 | 2729 | 5540 |
| Gold 62.5/109 | 447 | 231 | 91 | 330 | 91 | 277 | 226 | 274 | 458 | 2425 | 202 | 99 | 462 | 259 | 98 | 409 | 91 | 218 | 399 | 2237 | 4662 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 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: Black (6,812 yards, 72/141)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 5, 659 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Trike (5,891 yards, 67.8/121)
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+: Gold (4,662 yards, 62.5/109)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (91 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 659 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 160 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 96 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 565 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Fossil Trace Golf Club?
Fossil Trace Golf Club has a course rating of 72 and slope of 141 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 62.5 with a slope of 109.
How long is Fossil Trace Golf Club?
From the back tees, Fossil Trace Golf Club plays 6,812 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Fossil Trace Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 659-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Fossil Trace Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,812 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (4,662 yards).
Is Fossil Trace Golf Club public or private?
Fossil Trace Golf Club is a public golf course in Golden, Colorado. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Fossil Trace Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Lakewood Country Club, Hiwan Golf Course, Foothills Championship Course (Denver), Indian Tree Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Fossil Trace Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Fossil Trace Golf Club 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 Fossil Trace Golf Club 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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