The Emerald Golf Course Saint Johns, Michigan
The Emerald Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Saint Johns, Michigan, playing 7,743 yards from the EMERALD tees with a rating of 78.6 and slope of 148.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,743 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 78.6 / 148 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Saint Johns, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.1100, -84.5670 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMERALD | 7,743 | 7,080 | 72 | 78.6 | 148 |
| GOLD | 7,178 | 6,564 | 72 | 75.9 | 145 |
| BLACK | 6,824 | 6,240 | 72 | 74.3 | 142 |
| BLUE | 6,506 | 5,949 | 72 | 72.5 | 139 |
| BLUE/WHITE | 6,335 | 5,793 | 72 | 71.8 | 136 |
| WHITE | 6,113 | 5,590 | 72 | 71.1 | 131 |
| FORWARD MEMBER | 5,618 | 5,137 | 72 | 68.5 | 127 |
| SILVER | 5,432 | 4,967 | 72 | 67.9 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMERALD 78.6/148 | 586 | 424 | 267 | 362 | 642 | 168 | 455 | 516 | 417 | 3837 | 522 | 379 | 612 | 471 | 148 | 393 | 452 | 246 | 683 | 3906 | 7743 |
| GOLD 75.9/145 | 568 | 418 | 162 | 353 | 574 | 151 | 450 | 462 | 410 | 3548 | 435 | 374 | 579 | 431 | 142 | 387 | 445 | 228 | 609 | 3630 | 7178 |
| BLACK 74.3/142 | 554 | 403 | 159 | 348 | 532 | 144 | 407 | 426 | 395 | 3368 | 417 | 364 | 557 | 404 | 136 | 375 | 428 | 185 | 590 | 3456 | 6824 |
| BLUE 72.5/139 | 540 | 394 | 147 | 330 | 508 | 136 | 352 | 396 | 382 | 3185 | 407 | 355 | 529 | 381 | 130 | 363 | 416 | 173 | 567 | 3321 | 6506 |
| BLUE/WHITE 71.8/136 | 540 | 377 | 147 | 330 | 508 | 136 | 340 | 372 | 358 | 3108 | 378 | 355 | 529 | 371 | 130 | 363 | 396 | 162 | 543 | 3227 | 6335 |
| WHITE 71.1/131 | 485 | 377 | 130 | 303 | 474 | 129 | 340 | 372 | 358 | 2968 | 378 | 340 | 505 | 371 | 111 | 339 | 396 | 162 | 543 | 3145 | 6113 |
| FORWARD MEMBER 68.5/127 | 485 | 329 | 130 | 303 | 397 | 129 | 277 | 354 | 310 | 2714 | 313 | 340 | 505 | 333 | 111 | 339 | 329 | 162 | 472 | 2904 | 5618 |
| SILVER 67.9/126 | 451 | 329 | 117 | 263 | 397 | 110 | 277 | 354 | 310 | 2608 | 313 | 319 | 494 | 333 | 96 | 318 | 329 | 150 | 472 | 2824 | 5432 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 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: EMERALD (7,743 yards, 78.6/148)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 5, 586 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: BLUE (6,506 yards, 72.5/139)
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+: SILVER (5,432 yards, 67.9/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (96 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 586 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 683 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 shortest par 3 at 148 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 246 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Emerald Golf Course?
The Emerald Golf Course has a course rating of 78.6 and slope of 148 from the back tees. From the SILVER tees, the rating is 67.9 with a slope of 126.
How long is The Emerald Golf Course?
From the back tees, The Emerald Golf Course plays 7,743 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Emerald Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 586-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Emerald Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the EMERALD tees (7,743 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the SILVER tees (5,432 yards).
Is The Emerald Golf Course public or private?
The Emerald Golf Course is a public golf course in Saint Johns, Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Emerald Golf Course?
Nearby courses include The Fields Golf Course, Highland Hills Golf Club, Owosso Country Club (Owosso), Portland Country Club (Portland).
Is there a yardage book for The Emerald Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Emerald 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 The Emerald 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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