Black Bull Montana
Black Bull is a par-72 public course in Montana, playing 7,183 yards from the Back 40 tees with a rating of 74.4 and slope of 143.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,183 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.4 / 143 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Montana, USA |
| Coordinates | 45.6902, -111.1551 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back 40 | 7,183 | 6,568 | 72 | 74.4 | 143 |
| Bull | 6,718 | 6,143 | 72 | 71.8 | 134 |
| Bull/Ranch Combo | 6,567 | 6,005 | 72 | 71.1 | 135 |
| Ranch | 6,389 | 5,842 | 72 | 70.3 | 133 |
| Ranch/Hayfield Combo | 6,016 | 5,501 | 72 | 68.6 | 130 |
| Hayfield | 5,650 | 5,166 | 72 | 67.3 | 120 |
| Hayfield/Corral Combo | 5,347 | 4,889 | 72 | 65.4 | 118 |
| Corral | 4,961 | 4,536 | 72 | 63.4 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back 40 74.4/143 | 444 | 215 | 520 | 452 | 346 | 434 | 570 | 230 | 425 | 3636 | 586 | 179 | 407 | 405 | 395 | 525 | 250 | 350 | 450 | 3547 | 7183 |
| Bull 71.8/134 | 418 | 185 | 493 | 418 | 337 | 414 | 543 | 212 | 402 | 3422 | 568 | 149 | 378 | 365 | 358 | 481 | 235 | 336 | 426 | 3296 | 6718 |
| Bull/Ranch Combo 71.1/135 | 418 | 185 | 493 | 403 | 337 | 396 | 512 | 199 | 402 | 3345 | 538 | 149 | 378 | 365 | 358 | 468 | 221 | 336 | 409 | 3222 | 6567 |
| Ranch 70.3/133 | 402 | 175 | 479 | 403 | 320 | 396 | 512 | 199 | 385 | 3271 | 538 | 146 | 362 | 358 | 312 | 468 | 221 | 304 | 409 | 3118 | 6389 |
| Ranch/Hayfield Combo 68.6/130 | 364 | 175 | 427 | 363 | 320 | 330 | 512 | 148 | 385 | 3024 | 538 | 146 | 336 | 324 | 312 | 468 | 205 | 304 | 359 | 2992 | 6016 |
| Hayfield 67.3/120 | 364 | 133 | 427 | 363 | 299 | 330 | 453 | 148 | 342 | 2859 | 460 | 131 | 336 | 324 | 297 | 402 | 205 | 277 | 359 | 2791 | 5650 |
| Hayfield/Corral Combo 65.4/118 | 364 | 133 | 427 | 318 | 233 | 330 | 453 | 148 | 308 | 2714 | 460 | 109 | 336 | 324 | 253 | 402 | 168 | 277 | 304 | 2633 | 5347 |
| Corral 63.4/114 | 317 | 110 | 373 | 318 | 233 | 309 | 400 | 139 | 308 | 2507 | 437 | 109 | 298 | 290 | 253 | 376 | 168 | 219 | 304 | 2454 | 4961 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 6 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 1 |
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: Back 40 (7,183 yards, 74.4/143)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 18 (par 4, 450 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Ranch/Hayfield Combo (6,016 yards, 68.6/130)
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+: Corral (4,961 yards, 63.4/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (109 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 450 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
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 586 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 179 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 434-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Black Bull?
Black Bull has a course rating of 74.4 and slope of 143 from the back tees. From the Corral tees, the rating is 63.4 with a slope of 114.
How long is Black Bull?
From the back tees, Black Bull plays 7,183 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Black Bull?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 18, a 450-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Black Bull?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Back 40 tees (7,183 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Corral tees (4,961 yards).
Is Black Bull public or private?
Black Bull is a public golf course in Montana. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Black Bull?
Nearby courses include Cottonwood Hills Golf Course, Bridger Creek Golf Courser (Bozeman), Bridger Creek Golf Course, Valley View Golf Club (Bozeman).
Is there a yardage book for Black Bull?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Black Bull 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 Black Bull 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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