Hickory Ridge Golf Course Carbondale, Illinois
Hickory Ridge Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Carbondale, Illinois, playing 6,863 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 72.6 and slope of 131.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,863 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.6 / 131 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Carbondale, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 37.7546, -89.2536 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,863 | 72 | 72.6 | 131 |
| Blue | 6,486 | 72 | 70.8 | 131 |
| White | 6,075 | 72 | 75 | 132 |
| Green | 5,506 | 72 | 67.6 | 112 |
| White | 6,075 | 72 | 75 | 132 |
| Red | 5,506 | 72 | 71.4 | 124 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 72.6/131 | 420 | 510 | 446 | 227 | 367 | 534 | 406 | 165 | 370 | 3445 | 398 | 540 | 432 | 206 | 378 | 529 | 417 | 153 | 365 | 3418 | 6863 |
| Blue 70.8/131 | 396 | 495 | 417 | 194 | 347 | 519 | 376 | 145 | 357 | 3246 | 381 | 515 | 414 | 180 | 358 | 513 | 394 | 134 | 351 | 3240 | 6486 |
| White 75/132 | 370 | 478 | 392 | 162 | 325 | 497 | 347 | 130 | 341 | 3042 | 352 | 491 | 398 | 150 | 333 | 490 | 365 | 113 | 341 | 3033 | 6075 |
| Green 67.6/112 | 343 | 443 | 363 | 142 | 283 | 460 | 327 | 102 | 304 | 2767 | 321 | 461 | 350 | 126 | 301 | 456 | 338 | 86 | 300 | 2739 | 5506 |
| White 75/132 | 370 | 478 | 392 | 162 | 325 | 497 | 347 | 130 | 341 | 3042 | 352 | 491 | 398 | 150 | 333 | 490 | 365 | 113 | 341 | 3033 | 6075 |
| Red 71.4/124 | 343 | 443 | 363 | 142 | 283 | 460 | 327 | 102 | 304 | 2767 | 321 | 461 | 350 | 126 | 301 | 456 | 338 | 86 | 300 | 2739 | 5506 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
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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: Gold (6,863 yards, 72.6/131)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,075 yards, 75/132)
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 (5,506 yards, 71.4/124)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (86 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 540 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 153 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Hickory Ridge Golf Course?
Hickory Ridge Golf Course has a course rating of 72.6 and slope of 131 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 71.4 with a slope of 124.
How long is Hickory Ridge Golf Course?
From the back tees, Hickory Ridge Golf Course plays 6,863 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What tees should I play at Hickory Ridge Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,863 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,506 yards).
Is Hickory Ridge Golf Course public or private?
Hickory Ridge Golf Course is a public golf course in Carbondale, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Hickory Ridge Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Jackson County Country Club (Murphysboro), Meadowbrook Country Club, Apple Creek Golf Course, Crab Orchard Golf Club (Carterville).
Is there a yardage book for Hickory Ridge Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Hickory Ridge 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 Hickory Ridge 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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