The Reserve at Moonlight Basin Montana
The Reserve at Moonlight Basin is a par-72 public course in Montana, playing 8,000 yards from the Mill Creek tees with a rating of 78.5 and slope of 153.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 8,000 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 78.5 / 153 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Montana, USA |
| Coordinates | 45.3200, -111.4601 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek | 8,000 | 7,315 | 72 | 78.5 | 153 |
| Wilson Combo | 7,614 | 6,962 | 72 | 76 | 149 |
| Jack Creek | 7,387 | 6,755 | 72 | 74.7 | 148 |
| Cedar Combo | 7,064 | 6,459 | 72 | 72.9 | 146 |
| Lone Creek | 6,861 | 6,274 | 72 | 71.6 | 141 |
| Beehive Combo | 6,231 | 5,698 | 72 | 69.4 | 133 |
| Hammond Creek | 5,414 | 4,951 | 72 | 65.5 | 127 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek 78.5/153 | 463 | 447 | 206 | 470 | 443 | 633 | 180 | 500 | 651 | 3993 | 493 | 211 | 445 | 628 | 286 | 590 | 223 | 777 | 354 | 4007 | 8000 |
| Wilson Combo 76/149 | 427 | 447 | 190 | 434 | 443 | 595 | 180 | 500 | 616 | 3832 | 443 | 211 | 445 | 568 | 248 | 590 | 184 | 739 | 354 | 3782 | 7614 |
| Jack Creek 74.7/148 | 427 | 425 | 190 | 434 | 393 | 595 | 165 | 477 | 616 | 3722 | 443 | 194 | 392 | 568 | 248 | 572 | 184 | 739 | 325 | 3665 | 7387 |
| Cedar Combo 72.9/146 | 427 | 425 | 167 | 403 | 393 | 556 | 150 | 425 | 592 | 3538 | 396 | 194 | 392 | 557 | 230 | 572 | 184 | 676 | 325 | 3526 | 7064 |
| Lone Creek 71.6/141 | 391 | 402 | 167 | 403 | 384 | 556 | 150 | 425 | 592 | 3470 | 396 | 172 | 372 | 557 | 230 | 559 | 147 | 676 | 282 | 3391 | 6861 |
| Beehive Combo 69.4/133 | 391 | 402 | 167 | 312 | 384 | 556 | 150 | 328 | 516 | 3206 | 325 | 172 | 315 | 499 | 152 | 559 | 147 | 574 | 282 | 3025 | 6231 |
| Hammond Creek 65.5/127 | 345 | 325 | 98 | 312 | 288 | 470 | 78 | 328 | 516 | 2760 | 325 | 112 | 315 | 499 | 152 | 398 | 77 | 574 | 202 | 2654 | 5414 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
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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: Mill Creek (8,000 yards, 78.5/153)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Lone Creek (6,861 yards, 71.6/141)
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+: Hammond Creek (5,414 yards, 65.5/127)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (78 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 777 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 180 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Reserve at Moonlight Basin?
The Reserve at Moonlight Basin has a course rating of 78.5 and slope of 153 from the back tees. From the Hammond Creek tees, the rating is 65.5 with a slope of 127.
How long is The Reserve at Moonlight Basin?
From the back tees, The Reserve at Moonlight Basin plays 8,000 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What tees should I play at The Reserve at Moonlight Basin?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Mill Creek tees (8,000 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Hammond Creek tees (5,414 yards).
Is The Reserve at Moonlight Basin public or private?
The Reserve at Moonlight Basin is a public golf course in Montana. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Reserve at Moonlight Basin?
Nearby courses include Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, Cedar Ridge Golf Course, Yellowstone Golf Club, Big Sky Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for The Reserve at Moonlight Basin?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Reserve at Moonlight Basin 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 Reserve at Moonlight Basin 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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