The Rookery Golf Course Delaware
The Rookery Golf Course is a par-71 public course in Delaware, playing 6,274 yards from the Blue - 2021 tees with a rating of 70.7 and slope of 128.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,274 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.7 / 128 |
| Tee Options | 11 |
| Location | Delaware, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.8024, -75.2637 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue - 2021 | 6,274 | 71 | 70.7 | 128 |
| White - 2021 | 5,922 | 71 | 68.9 | 125 |
| White/Red Hybrid - 2021 | 5,652 | 71 | 67.6 | 120 |
| Red - 2021 | 5,408 | 71 | 66.4 | 117 |
| Red Gold Hybrid - 2021 | 5,069 | 71 | 64.9 | 114 |
| Gold - 2021 | 4,753 | 71 | 63.5 | 114 |
| White 2021 | 5,922 | 71 | 74.8 | 130 |
| White/Red Hybrid 2021 | 5,658 | 71 | 73.3 | 128 |
| Red 2021 | 5,414 | 71 | 72.2 | 125 |
| Red/Gold 2021 | 5,044 | 71 | 69.5 | 120 |
| Gold 2021 | 4,922 | 71 | 68.7 | 119 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue - 2021 70.7/128 | 380 | 172 | 290 | 285 | 392 | 485 | 400 | 385 | 118 | 2907 | 585 | 434 | 348 | 480 | 230 | 145 | 390 | 165 | 590 | 3367 | 6274 |
| White - 2021 68.9/125 | 370 | 165 | 270 | 276 | 374 | 465 | 380 | 340 | 110 | 2750 | 565 | 417 | 340 | 455 | 190 | 130 | 375 | 155 | 545 | 3172 | 5922 |
| White/Red Hybrid - 2021 67.6/120 | 370 | 165 | 270 | 276 | 355 | 458 | 360 | 340 | 110 | 2704 | 565 | 315 | 340 | 455 | 190 | 130 | 308 | 155 | 490 | 2948 | 5652 |
| Red - 2021 66.4/117 | 365 | 151 | 230 | 265 | 355 | 458 | 360 | 320 | 103 | 2607 | 547 | 315 | 273 | 456 | 162 | 115 | 308 | 135 | 490 | 2801 | 5408 |
| Red Gold Hybrid - 2021 64.9/114 | 315 | 151 | 230 | 265 | 355 | 458 | 275 | 238 | 103 | 2390 | 470 | 315 | 273 | 456 | 130 | 162 | 308 | 135 | 430 | 2679 | 5069 |
| Gold - 2021 63.5/114 | 315 | 140 | 201 | 255 | 310 | 407 | 275 | 238 | 95 | 2236 | 470 | 295 | 271 | 402 | 130 | 106 | 298 | 115 | 430 | 2517 | 4753 |
| White 2021 74.8/130 | 370 | 165 | 270 | 276 | 374 | 465 | 380 | 340 | 110 | 2750 | 565 | 417 | 340 | 455 | 190 | 130 | 375 | 155 | 545 | 3172 | 5922 |
| White/Red Hybrid 2021 73.3/128 | 370 | 165 | 270 | 276 | 355 | 458 | 363 | 340 | 110 | 2707 | 565 | 315 | 340 | 455 | 190 | 130 | 311 | 155 | 490 | 2951 | 5658 |
| Red 2021 72.2/125 | 365 | 151 | 230 | 265 | 355 | 458 | 363 | 320 | 103 | 2610 | 550 | 315 | 273 | 456 | 162 | 115 | 308 | 135 | 490 | 2804 | 5414 |
| Red/Gold 2021 69.5/120 | 320 | 154 | 230 | 265 | 355 | 458 | 276 | 240 | 105 | 2403 | 468 | 315 | 270 | 456 | 130 | 121 | 311 | 135 | 435 | 2641 | 5044 |
| Gold 2021 68.7/119 | 320 | 154 | 201 | 265 | 316 | 458 | 276 | 240 | 105 | 2335 | 468 | 315 | 270 | 402 | 130 | 121 | 311 | 135 | 435 | 2587 | 4922 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 8 |
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: Blue - 2021 (6,274 yards, 70.7/128)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 5, 485 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red 2021 (5,414 yards, 72.2/125)
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 - 2021 (4,753 yards, 63.5/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 9 (95 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 485 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 145 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 590 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 118 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 434-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Rookery Golf Course?
The Rookery Golf Course has a course rating of 70.7 and slope of 128 from the back tees. From the Gold 2021 tees, the rating is 68.7 with a slope of 119.
How long is The Rookery Golf Course?
From the back tees, The Rookery Golf Course plays 6,274 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Rookery Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 485-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Rookery Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue - 2021 tees (6,274 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold 2021 tees (4,922 yards).
Is The Rookery Golf Course public or private?
The Rookery Golf Course is a public golf course in Delaware. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Rookery Golf Course?
Nearby courses include American Classic Golf Club, American Classic Golf Club, Kings Creek Country Club (Rehoboth Beach), Baywood Greens Golf Course (Long Neck).
Is there a yardage book for The Rookery Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Rookery 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 The Rookery 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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