Royal Oak Golf Club Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak Golf Club is a par-64 public course in Royal Oak, Michigan, playing 3,830 yards from the WHITE tees with a rating of 60 and slope of 94.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 64 (8 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 3,830 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 60 / 94 |
| Tee Options | 2 |
| Location | Royal Oak, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.5216, -83.1774 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITE | 3,830 | 3,502 | 64 | 60 | 94 |
| RED | 3,116 | 2,849 | 64 | 57.5 | 90 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITE 60/94 | 324 | 324 | 124 | 87 | 101 | 106 | 287 | 312 | 250 | 1915 | 324 | 324 | 124 | 87 | 101 | 106 | 287 | 312 | 250 | 1915 | 3830 |
| RED 57.5/90 | 296 | 258 | 104 | 78 | 74 | 91 | 231 | 234 | 192 | 1558 | 296 | 258 | 104 | 78 | 74 | 91 | 231 | 234 | 192 | 1558 | 3116 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 3 |
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: WHITE (3,830 yards, 60/94)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 3, 124 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: WHITE (3,830 yards, 60/94)
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 (3,116 yards, 57.5/90)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (78 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. A demanding par 3 at 124 yards that requires precise club selection.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At only 324 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The shortest par 3 at 87 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. A 250-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Royal Oak Golf Club?
Royal Oak Golf Club has a course rating of 60 and slope of 94 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 57.5 with a slope of 90.
How long is Royal Oak Golf Club?
From the back tees, Royal Oak Golf Club plays 3,830 yards. The course is par 64 with 18 holes (8 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Royal Oak Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 124-yard par 3 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Royal Oak Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the WHITE tees (3,830 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (3,116 yards).
Is Royal Oak Golf Club public or private?
Royal Oak Golf Club is a public golf course in Royal Oak, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Royal Oak Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Red Run Golf Club, Evergreen Hills Golf Course, Beech Woods Golf Course, Beech Woods Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Royal Oak Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Royal Oak 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 Royal Oak 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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