Kearney Hill Golf Links Lexington, Kentucky
Kearney Hill Golf Links is a par-72 public course in Lexington, Kentucky, playing 7,100 yards from the Tee 5 tees with a rating of 74.1 and slope of 136.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,100 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.1 / 136 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Lexington, Kentucky, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.1238, -84.5368 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee 5 | 7,100 | 72 | 74.1 | 136 |
| Tee 4 | 6,605 | 72 | 71.5 | 129 |
| Tee 3 | 6,150 | 72 | 74.8 | 134 |
| Tee 2 | 5,630 | 72 | 72 | 128 |
| Tee 1 | 4,960 | 72 | 68.1 | 119 |
| Tee 3 | 6,150 | 72 | 74.8 | 134 |
| Tee 2 | 5,630 | 72 | 72 | 128 |
| Tee 1 | 4,960 | 72 | 68.1 | 119 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee 5 74.1/136 | 435 | 195 | 470 | 450 | 385 | 350 | 575 | 210 | 470 | 3540 | 385 | 390 | 210 | 465 | 540 | 190 | 415 | 430 | 535 | 3560 | 7100 |
| Tee 4 71.5/129 | 415 | 165 | 450 | 425 | 355 | 325 | 555 | 175 | 435 | 3300 | 360 | 360 | 190 | 440 | 480 | 180 | 380 | 395 | 520 | 3305 | 6605 |
| Tee 3 74.8/134 | 385 | 135 | 420 | 400 | 335 | 300 | 535 | 155 | 400 | 3065 | 330 | 335 | 170 | 410 | 450 | 160 | 355 | 370 | 505 | 3085 | 6150 |
| Tee 2 72/128 | 340 | 110 | 390 | 375 | 305 | 270 | 500 | 130 | 365 | 2785 | 310 | 320 | 150 | 380 | 430 | 140 | 325 | 325 | 465 | 2845 | 5630 |
| Tee 1 68.1/119 | 295 | 90 | 355 | 290 | 260 | 225 | 455 | 95 | 350 | 2415 | 285 | 280 | 130 | 360 | 410 | 120 | 290 | 285 | 385 | 2545 | 4960 |
| Tee 3 74.8/134 | 385 | 135 | 420 | 400 | 335 | 300 | 535 | 155 | 400 | 3065 | 330 | 335 | 170 | 410 | 450 | 160 | 355 | 370 | 505 | 3085 | 6150 |
| Tee 2 72/128 | 340 | 110 | 390 | 375 | 305 | 270 | 500 | 130 | 365 | 2785 | 310 | 320 | 150 | 380 | 430 | 140 | 325 | 325 | 465 | 2845 | 5630 |
| Tee 1 68.1/119 | 295 | 90 | 355 | 290 | 260 | 225 | 455 | 95 | 350 | 2415 | 285 | 280 | 130 | 360 | 410 | 120 | 290 | 285 | 385 | 2545 | 4960 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 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: Tee 5 (7,100 yards, 74.1/136)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 575 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Tee 3 (6,150 yards, 74.8/134)
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+: Tee 1 (4,960 yards, 68.1/119)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (120 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 575 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 190 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 540 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 Kearney Hill Golf Links?
Kearney Hill Golf Links has a course rating of 74.1 and slope of 136 from the back tees. From the Tee 1 tees, the rating is 68.1 with a slope of 119.
How long is Kearney Hill Golf Links?
From the back tees, Kearney Hill Golf Links plays 7,100 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Kearney Hill Golf Links?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 575-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Kearney Hill Golf Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Tee 5 tees (7,100 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Tee 1 tees (4,960 yards).
Is Kearney Hill Golf Links public or private?
Kearney Hill Golf Links is a public golf course in Lexington, Kentucky. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Kearney Hill Golf Links?
Nearby courses include Spring Valley Golf Club, Gay Brewer; Jr. Course at Picadome, Gay Brewer Jr Golf Course (Lexington), Lexington Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Kearney Hill Golf Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Kearney Hill Golf Links 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 Kearney Hill Golf Links 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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