Elkhorn Golf Course Sun Valley, Idaho
Elkhorn Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Sun Valley, Idaho, playing 7,089 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.7 and slope of 139.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,089 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.7 / 139 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | Sun Valley, Idaho, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.6766, -114.3316 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,089 | 72 | 72.7 | 139 |
| Black/Gold Combo | 6,800 | 72 | 71.4 | 137 |
| Gold | 6,549 | 72 | 70.2 | 135 |
| Gold/Silver Combo | 6,212 | 72 | 68.6 | 126 |
| Silver | 5,948 | 72 | 73.6 | 139 |
| Silver/Copper Combo | 5,310 | 72 | 69.6 | 128 |
| Copper | 5,081 | 72 | 68.4 | 125 |
| Silver | 5,948 | 72 | 73.6 | 139 |
| Silver/Copper Combo | 5,310 | 72 | 69.6 | 128 |
| Copper | 5,081 | 72 | 68.4 | 125 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.7/139 | 406 | 349 | 224 | 423 | 642 | 170 | 492 | 421 | 448 | 3575 | 383 | 180 | 426 | 544 | 200 | 428 | 367 | 449 | 537 | 3514 | 7089 |
| Black/Gold Combo 71.4/137 | 377 | 349 | 200 | 386 | 602 | 170 | 492 | 421 | 419 | 3416 | 383 | 180 | 404 | 544 | 186 | 365 | 367 | 418 | 537 | 3384 | 6800 |
| Gold 70.2/135 | 377 | 323 | 200 | 386 | 602 | 150 | 462 | 393 | 419 | 3312 | 344 | 157 | 404 | 508 | 186 | 365 | 341 | 418 | 514 | 3237 | 6549 |
| Gold/Silver Combo 68.6/126 | 343 | 323 | 173 | 337 | 553 | 150 | 462 | 393 | 386 | 3120 | 344 | 135 | 362 | 508 | 186 | 365 | 341 | 375 | 476 | 3092 | 6212 |
| Silver 73.6/139 | 343 | 281 | 173 | 337 | 553 | 130 | 446 | 388 | 386 | 3037 | 291 | 135 | 362 | 466 | 162 | 336 | 308 | 375 | 476 | 2911 | 5948 |
| Silver/Copper Combo 69.6/128 | 261 | 281 | 173 | 291 | 455 | 130 | 394 | 347 | 338 | 2670 | 291 | 78 | 308 | 466 | 121 | 304 | 308 | 326 | 438 | 2640 | 5310 |
| Copper 68.4/125 | 261 | 243 | 126 | 291 | 455 | 104 | 394 | 347 | 338 | 2559 | 274 | 78 | 308 | 419 | 121 | 304 | 254 | 326 | 438 | 2522 | 5081 |
| Silver 73.6/139 | 343 | 281 | 173 | 337 | 553 | 130 | 446 | 388 | 386 | 3037 | 291 | 135 | 362 | 466 | 162 | 336 | 308 | 375 | 476 | 2911 | 5948 |
| Silver/Copper Combo 69.6/128 | 261 | 281 | 173 | 291 | 455 | 130 | 394 | 347 | 338 | 2670 | 291 | 78 | 308 | 466 | 121 | 304 | 308 | 326 | 438 | 2640 | 5310 |
| Copper 68.4/125 | 261 | 243 | 126 | 291 | 455 | 104 | 394 | 347 | 338 | 2559 | 274 | 78 | 308 | 419 | 121 | 304 | 254 | 326 | 438 | 2522 | 5081 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 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: Black (7,089 yards, 72.7/139)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 5, 642 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold/Silver Combo (6,212 yards, 68.6/126)
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+: Copper (5,081 yards, 68.4/125)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (104 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 642 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 shortest par 3 at 170 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 449-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Elkhorn Golf Course?
Elkhorn Golf Course has a course rating of 72.7 and slope of 139 from the back tees. From the Copper tees, the rating is 68.4 with a slope of 125.
How long is Elkhorn Golf Course?
From the back tees, Elkhorn Golf Course plays 7,089 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Elkhorn Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 642-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Elkhorn Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,089 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Copper tees (5,081 yards).
Is Elkhorn Golf Course public or private?
Elkhorn Golf Course is a public golf course in Sun Valley, Idaho. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Elkhorn Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Trail Creek Golf Course, White Cloud Nine at Sun Valley (Sun Valley), Bigwood Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Elkhorn Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Elkhorn 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 Elkhorn 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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