Lion Hills Columbus, Mississippi
Lion Hills is a par-72 public course in Columbus, Mississippi, playing 6,410 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 71.2 and slope of 129.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,410 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.2 / 129 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Columbus, Mississippi, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.5246, -88.4053 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,410 | 72 | 71.2 | 129 |
| White | 6,064 | 72 | 69.6 | 127 |
| Gold | 5,523 | 72 | 72.1 | 133 |
| Red | 4,979 | 72 | 68.8 | 124 |
| Junior | 3,483 | 72 | 60.3 | 104 |
| Gold | 5,523 | 72 | 72.1 | 133 |
| Red | 4,979 | 72 | 68.8 | 124 |
| Junior | 3,483 | 72 | 60.3 | 104 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 71.2/129 | 486 | 313 | 345 | 175 | 510 | 212 | 472 | 407 | 159 | 3079 | 437 | 375 | 167 | 388 | 497 | 365 | 194 | 516 | 392 | 3331 | 6410 |
| White 69.6/127 | 461 | 291 | 343 | 151 | 495 | 169 | 452 | 372 | 137 | 2871 | 420 | 367 | 158 | 372 | 479 | 346 | 185 | 502 | 364 | 3193 | 6064 |
| Gold 72.1/133 | 425 | 270 | 315 | 139 | 448 | 151 | 415 | 347 | 122 | 2632 | 378 | 327 | 140 | 326 | 465 | 321 | 159 | 456 | 319 | 2891 | 5523 |
| Red 68.8/124 | 422 | 251 | 310 | 130 | 384 | 134 | 410 | 259 | 110 | 2410 | 311 | 270 | 129 | 267 | 432 | 289 | 154 | 403 | 314 | 2569 | 4979 |
| Junior 60.3/104 | 285 | 178 | 242 | 100 | 325 | 70 | 222 | 213 | 70 | 1705 | 236 | 195 | 120 | 190 | 300 | 192 | 83 | 278 | 184 | 1778 | 3483 |
| Gold 72.1/133 | 425 | 270 | 315 | 139 | 448 | 151 | 415 | 347 | 122 | 2632 | 378 | 327 | 140 | 326 | 465 | 321 | 159 | 456 | 319 | 2891 | 5523 |
| Red 68.8/124 | 422 | 251 | 310 | 130 | 384 | 134 | 410 | 259 | 110 | 2410 | 311 | 270 | 129 | 267 | 432 | 289 | 154 | 403 | 314 | 2569 | 4979 |
| Junior 60.3/104 | 285 | 178 | 242 | 100 | 325 | 70 | 222 | 213 | 70 | 1705 | 236 | 195 | 120 | 190 | 300 | 192 | 83 | 278 | 184 | 1778 | 3483 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 14 |
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 (6,410 yards, 71.2/129)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 472 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (4,979 yards, 68.8/124)
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+: Junior (3,483 yards, 60.3/104)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 9 (70 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 472 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 167 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 516 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 159 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 497 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 Lion Hills?
Lion Hills has a course rating of 71.2 and slope of 129 from the back tees. From the Junior tees, the rating is 60.3 with a slope of 104.
How long is Lion Hills?
From the back tees, Lion Hills plays 6,410 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Lion Hills?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 472-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Lion Hills?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,410 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Junior tees (3,483 yards).
Is Lion Hills public or private?
Lion Hills is a public golf course in Columbus, Mississippi. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Lion Hills?
Nearby courses include Green Oaks Golf Club, Old Waverly (West Point), Mississippi State University Golf Course (Starkville), Aberdeen Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Lion Hills?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Lion Hills 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 Lion Hills 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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