Smoky Hill Country Club Hays, Kansas
Smoky Hill Country Club is a par-71 private course in Hays, Kansas, playing 6,146 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 70.6 and slope of 126.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,146 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.6 / 126 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Hays, Kansas, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.8934, -99.3433 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,146 | 71 | 70.6 | 126 |
| White | 5,798 | 71 | 68.9 | 120 |
| Gold | 5,095 | 71 | 65.7 | 111 |
| BLACK | 6,146 | 72 | 77.9 | 138 |
| WHITE | 5,798 | 72 | 75.5 | 134 |
| GOLD | 5,095 | 72 | 70.3 | 129 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 70.6/126 | 391 | 501 | 327 | 170 | 431 | 551 | 315 | 202 | 392 | 3280 | 360 | 169 | 337 | 515 | 372 | 352 | 300 | 316 | 145 | 2866 | 6146 |
| White 68.9/120 | 376 | 460 | 307 | 154 | 423 | 534 | 301 | 190 | 366 | 3111 | 340 | 152 | 318 | 500 | 345 | 328 | 278 | 306 | 120 | 2687 | 5798 |
| Gold 65.7/111 | 269 | 423 | 242 | 149 | 419 | 401 | 290 | 141 | 334 | 2668 | 319 | 135 | 314 | 405 | 318 | 305 | 245 | 294 | 92 | 2427 | 5095 |
| BLACK 77.9/138 | 391 | 501 | 327 | 170 | 431 | 551 | 315 | 202 | 392 | 3280 | 360 | 169 | 337 | 515 | 372 | 352 | 300 | 316 | 145 | 2866 | 6146 |
| WHITE 75.5/134 | 376 | 460 | 307 | 154 | 423 | 534 | 301 | 190 | 366 | 3111 | 340 | 152 | 318 | 500 | 345 | 328 | 278 | 306 | 120 | 2687 | 5798 |
| GOLD 70.3/129 | 269 | 423 | 242 | 149 | 419 | 401 | 290 | 141 | 334 | 2668 | 319 | 135 | 314 | 405 | 318 | 305 | 245 | 294 | 92 | 2427 | 5095 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 8 | 16 |
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 (6,146 yards, 70.6/126)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 5, 551 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,798 yards, 68.9/120)
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 (5,095 yards, 70.3/129)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 18 (92 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 551 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 only 300 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The shortest par 3 at 145 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 515 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 Smoky Hill Country Club?
Smoky Hill Country Club has a course rating of 70.6 and slope of 126 from the back tees. From the GOLD tees, the rating is 70.3 with a slope of 129.
How long is Smoky Hill Country Club?
From the back tees, Smoky Hill Country Club plays 6,146 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Smoky Hill Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 551-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Smoky Hill Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,146 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the GOLD tees (5,095 yards).
Is Smoky Hill Country Club public or private?
Smoky Hill Country Club is a private golf course in Hays, Kansas. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Smoky Hill Country Club?
Nearby courses include Hays Municipal Golf Course (Hays), Ellis Golf Club, Rooks County Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Smoky Hill Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Smoky Hill Country 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 Smoky Hill Country 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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