Sanctuary Colorado
Sanctuary is a par-72 military course in Colorado, playing 7,301 yards from the Rattlesnake tees with a rating of 74.2 and slope of 137. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. (1959).
Course Overview
| Type | Military |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,301 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.2 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Architect | Robert Trent Jones Sr. |
| Year | 1959 |
| Location | Colorado, USA |
| Coordinates | 39.4681, -104.9252 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rattlesnake | 7,028 | 72 | 73.4 | 154 |
| Rattlesnake/Elk | 6,620 | 72 | 72.1 | 145 |
| Elk | 6,379 | 72 | 76.4 | 155 |
| Bear | 5,989 | 72 | 74.1 | 151 |
| Mountain Lion | 5,380 | 72 | 71.3 | 142 |
| Elk | 6,379 | 72 | 76.4 | 155 |
| Bear | 5,989 | 72 | 74.1 | 151 |
| Mountain Lion | 5,380 | 72 | 71.3 | 142 |
| Mountain Lion/Fox | 4,946 | 72 | 69.3 | 128 |
| Fox | 4,624 | 72 | 67.5 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rattlesnake 73.4/154 | 599 | 455 | 427 | 581 | 190 | 186 | 409 | 380 | 344 | 3571 | 206 | 590 | 377 | 401 | 169 | 600 | 314 | 364 | 436 | 3457 | 7028 |
| Rattlesnake/Elk 72.1/145 | 571 | 455 | 381 | 544 | 163 | 186 | 409 | 304 | 294 | 3307 | 206 | 563 | 339 | 401 | 167 | 548 | 314 | 364 | 411 | 3313 | 6620 |
| Elk 76.4/155 | 571 | 420 | 381 | 544 | 163 | 149 | 350 | 304 | 294 | 3176 | 181 | 563 | 339 | 349 | 167 | 548 | 311 | 334 | 411 | 3203 | 6379 |
| Bear 74.1/151 | 527 | 390 | 351 | 500 | 154 | 145 | 324 | 293 | 283 | 2967 | 165 | 528 | 312 | 349 | 172 | 531 | 297 | 300 | 368 | 3022 | 5989 |
| Mountain Lion 71.3/142 | 487 | 364 | 309 | 473 | 145 | 128 | 302 | 259 | 260 | 2727 | 124 | 506 | 278 | 318 | 151 | 469 | 252 | 261 | 294 | 2653 | 5380 |
| Elk 76.4/155 | 571 | 420 | 381 | 544 | 163 | 149 | 350 | 304 | 294 | 3176 | 181 | 563 | 339 | 349 | 167 | 548 | 311 | 334 | 411 | 3203 | 6379 |
| Bear 74.1/151 | 527 | 390 | 351 | 500 | 154 | 145 | 324 | 293 | 283 | 2967 | 165 | 528 | 312 | 349 | 172 | 531 | 297 | 300 | 368 | 3022 | 5989 |
| Mountain Lion 71.3/142 | 487 | 364 | 309 | 473 | 145 | 128 | 302 | 259 | 260 | 2727 | 124 | 506 | 278 | 318 | 151 | 469 | 252 | 261 | 294 | 2653 | 5380 |
| Mountain Lion/Fox 69.3/128 | 467 | 315 | 309 | 445 | 119 | 128 | 302 | 239 | 220 | 2544 | 124 | 449 | 278 | 318 | 77 | 422 | 223 | 261 | 250 | 2402 | 4946 |
| Fox 67.5/121 | 467 | 315 | 261 | 445 | 119 | 94 | 243 | 239 | 220 | 2403 | 108 | 449 | 237 | 258 | 77 | 422 | 223 | 197 | 250 | 2221 | 4624 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 18 | 2 |
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: Rattlesnake (7,028 yards, 73.4/154)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 5, 599 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Bear (5,989 yards, 74.1/151)
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+: Fox (4,624 yards, 67.5/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (77 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 599 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 600 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 169 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 436-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Sanctuary?
Sanctuary has a course rating of 74.2 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Fox tees, the rating is 67.5 with a slope of 121.
How long is Sanctuary?
From the back tees, Sanctuary plays 7,301 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Sanctuary?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 599-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Sanctuary?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Rattlesnake tees (7,028 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Fox tees (4,624 yards).
Is Sanctuary public or private?
Sanctuary is a military golf course in Colorado. Access is restricted to military personnel and authorized guests.
What courses are near Sanctuary?
Nearby courses include The Ridge (Castle Pines), Castle Pines Golf Club, Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course, Arrowhead Golf Club (Littleton).
Is there a yardage book for Sanctuary?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary 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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