Benona Shores Golf Course Shelby, Michigan
Benona Shores Golf Course is a par-60 public course in Shelby, Michigan, playing 4,380 yards from the BLUE tees with a rating of 64.1 and slope of 103.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 60 (12 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 4,380 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 64.1 / 103 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Shelby, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.5829, -86.5035 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE | 4,380 | 60 | 64.1 | 103 |
| WHITE | 4,045 | 60 | 61.9 | 99 |
| RED | 3,496 | 60 | 59.1 | 93 |
| BLUE | 4,380 | 60 | 64.1 | 103 |
| WHITE | 4,045 | 60 | 61.9 | 99 |
| RED | 3,496 | 60 | 59.1 | 93 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE 64.1/103 | 386 | 128 | 151 | 337 | 211 | 140 | 347 | 177 | 183 | 2060 | 215 | 229 | 135 | 215 | 400 | 210 | 333 | 393 | 190 | 2320 | 4380 |
| WHITE 61.9/99 | 374 | 112 | 136 | 312 | 186 | 124 | 320 | 162 | 170 | 1896 | 175 | 205 | 120 | 183 | 395 | 192 | 329 | 380 | 170 | 2149 | 4045 |
| RED 59.1/93 | 363 | 87 | 120 | 280 | 150 | 103 | 300 | 141 | 143 | 1687 | 140 | 177 | 100 | 171 | 325 | 135 | 300 | 325 | 136 | 1809 | 3496 |
| BLUE 64.1/103 | 386 | 128 | 151 | 337 | 211 | 140 | 347 | 177 | 183 | 2060 | 215 | 229 | 135 | 215 | 400 | 210 | 333 | 393 | 190 | 2320 | 4380 |
| WHITE 61.9/99 | 374 | 112 | 136 | 312 | 186 | 124 | 320 | 162 | 170 | 1896 | 175 | 205 | 120 | 183 | 395 | 192 | 329 | 380 | 170 | 2149 | 4045 |
| RED 59.1/93 | 363 | 87 | 120 | 280 | 150 | 103 | 300 | 141 | 143 | 1687 | 140 | 177 | 100 | 171 | 325 | 135 | 300 | 325 | 136 | 1809 | 3496 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 30 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 60 |
| Hdcp | 4 | 18 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 16 | 9 | 14 | 12 | 7 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 10 |
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 (4,380 yards, 64.1/103)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 17 (par 4, 393 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: WHITE (4,045 yards, 61.9/99)
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 (3,496 yards, 59.1/93)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 2 (87 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 393 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 128 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 400 yards. A monster that requires precision off the tee and a quality long approach.
The #3 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 211 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Benona Shores Golf Course?
Benona Shores Golf Course has a course rating of 64.1 and slope of 103 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 59.1 with a slope of 93.
How long is Benona Shores Golf Course?
From the back tees, Benona Shores Golf Course plays 4,380 yards. The course is par 60 with 18 holes (12 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Benona Shores Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 17, a 393-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Benona Shores Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLUE tees (4,380 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (3,496 yards).
Is Benona Shores Golf Course public or private?
Benona Shores Golf Course is a public golf course in Shelby, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Benona Shores Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Grand View Golf Course (New Era), Golden Sands Golf Course, Golden Sands Golf Course, Thoroughbred Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Benona Shores Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Benona Shores 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 Benona Shores 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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