Red Tail Run Golf Club Decatur, Illinois
Red Tail Run Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Decatur, Illinois, playing 7,309 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.7 and slope of 132.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,309 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.7 / 132 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Decatur, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 39.8056, -88.9637 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,309 | 72 | 74.7 | 132 |
| Blue | 6,713 | 72 | 72 | 125 |
| Blue/White | 6,420 | 72 | 70.7 | 121 |
| White | 6,164 | 72 | 74.7 | 128 |
| Gold | 5,651 | 72 | 71.8 | 122 |
| White | 6,164 | 72 | 74.7 | 128 |
| Gold | 5,651 | 72 | 71.8 | 122 |
| Red | 5,104 | 72 | 68.8 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.7/132 | 450 | 604 | 334 | 473 | 180 | 364 | 568 | 238 | 453 | 3664 | 420 | 398 | 466 | 157 | 564 | 449 | 342 | 231 | 618 | 3645 | 7309 |
| Blue 72/125 | 416 | 552 | 316 | 424 | 165 | 339 | 518 | 206 | 400 | 3336 | 382 | 364 | 432 | 133 | 548 | 406 | 318 | 205 | 589 | 3377 | 6713 |
| Blue/White 70.7/121 | 383 | 552 | 316 | 399 | 165 | 339 | 518 | 164 | 370 | 3206 | 382 | 364 | 398 | 133 | 548 | 380 | 318 | 185 | 506 | 3214 | 6420 |
| White 74.7/128 | 383 | 522 | 280 | 399 | 143 | 300 | 490 | 188 | 370 | 3075 | 356 | 337 | 398 | 114 | 513 | 380 | 300 | 185 | 506 | 3089 | 6164 |
| Gold 71.8/122 | 357 | 487 | 244 | 362 | 121 | 272 | 474 | 164 | 342 | 2823 | 321 | 299 | 364 | 98 | 480 | 351 | 272 | 167 | 476 | 2828 | 5651 |
| White 74.7/128 | 383 | 522 | 280 | 399 | 143 | 300 | 490 | 188 | 370 | 3075 | 356 | 337 | 398 | 114 | 513 | 380 | 300 | 185 | 506 | 3089 | 6164 |
| Gold 71.8/122 | 357 | 487 | 244 | 362 | 121 | 272 | 474 | 164 | 342 | 2823 | 321 | 299 | 364 | 98 | 480 | 351 | 272 | 167 | 476 | 2828 | 5651 |
| Red 68.8/116 | 283 | 461 | 226 | 331 | 105 | 244 | 454 | 136 | 308 | 2548 | 288 | 279 | 329 | 84 | 442 | 289 | 252 | 142 | 451 | 2556 | 5104 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 4 |
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 (7,309 yards, 74.7/132)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 4, 473 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,164 yards, 74.7/128)
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 (5,104 yards, 68.8/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 13 (84 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 473 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 157 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 618 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. At 564 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Red Tail Run Golf Club?
Red Tail Run Golf Club has a course rating of 74.7 and slope of 132 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 68.8 with a slope of 116.
How long is Red Tail Run Golf Club?
From the back tees, Red Tail Run Golf Club plays 7,309 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Red Tail Run Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 473-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Red Tail Run Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,309 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,104 yards).
Is Red Tail Run Golf Club public or private?
Red Tail Run Golf Club is a public golf course in Decatur, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Red Tail Run Golf Club?
Nearby courses include South Side Country Club (Decatur), Scovill Golf Club, Country Club of Decatur (Decatur), Third Nine Pleasant Valley Country C.
Is there a yardage book for Red Tail Run Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Red Tail Run 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 Red Tail Run 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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