Galena Golf Club Galena, Illinois
Galena Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Galena, Illinois, playing 6,609 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 72.4 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,609 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.4 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Galena, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.4483, -90.4463 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,609 | 72 | 72.4 | 125 |
| White | 6,364 | 72 | 71.4 | 122 |
| Gold | 5,784 | 72 | 74.5 | 134 |
| Red | 5,075 | 72 | 70.8 | 121 |
| Gold | 5,784 | 72 | 74.5 | 134 |
| Red | 5,075 | 72 | 70.8 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 72.4/125 | 326 | 422 | 165 | 494 | 363 | 404 | 326 | 193 | 342 | 3035 | 543 | 215 | 435 | 431 | 169 | 489 | 360 | 440 | 492 | 3574 | 6609 |
| White 71.4/122 | 316 | 418 | 152 | 475 | 363 | 390 | 315 | 176 | 334 | 2939 | 524 | 169 | 420 | 418 | 157 | 475 | 351 | 431 | 480 | 3425 | 6364 |
| Gold 74.5/134 | 307 | 364 | 142 | 441 | 353 | 315 | 256 | 159 | 325 | 2662 | 456 | 154 | 374 | 408 | 136 | 450 | 342 | 340 | 462 | 3122 | 5784 |
| Red 70.8/121 | 301 | 348 | 129 | 335 | 211 | 308 | 246 | 151 | 318 | 2347 | 447 | 110 | 371 | 355 | 127 | 344 | 280 | 332 | 362 | 2728 | 5075 |
| Gold 74.5/134 | 307 | 364 | 142 | 441 | 353 | 315 | 256 | 159 | 325 | 2662 | 456 | 154 | 374 | 408 | 136 | 450 | 342 | 340 | 462 | 3122 | 5784 |
| Red 70.8/121 | 301 | 348 | 129 | 335 | 211 | 308 | 246 | 151 | 318 | 2347 | 447 | 110 | 371 | 355 | 127 | 344 | 280 | 332 | 362 | 2728 | 5075 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 16 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 13 |
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 (6,609 yards, 72.4/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 15 (par 5, 489 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (5,784 yards, 74.5/134)
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+: Red (5,075 yards, 70.8/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (129 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 489 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 165 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 543 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 #2 handicap hole. A 404-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Galena Golf Club?
Galena Golf Club has a course rating of 72.4 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 70.8 with a slope of 121.
How long is Galena Golf Club?
From the back tees, Galena Golf Club plays 6,609 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Galena Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 15, a 489-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Galena Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,609 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,075 yards).
Is Galena Golf Club public or private?
Galena Golf Club is a public golf course in Galena, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Galena Golf Club?
Nearby courses include North Course, South Course, East Course, The General.
Is there a yardage book for Galena Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Galena 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 Galena 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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