Apple Valley Golf Course Lake Lure, North Carolina
Apple Valley Golf Course is a par-71 public course in Lake Lure, North Carolina, playing 6,602 yards from the Blue Tees tees with a rating of 72.5 and slope of 143.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,602 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.5 / 143 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Lake Lure, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.4565, -82.1670 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Tees | 6,602 | 72 | 72.5 | 143 |
| White Tees | 6,100 | 72 | 69.8 | 134 |
| Yellow Tees | 5,572 | 72 | 72.7 | 134 |
| Silver Hybrid | 4,928 | 72 | 69 | 127 |
| Red Tees | 4,603 | 72 | 67.3 | 121 |
| Yellow Tees | 5,572 | 72 | 72.7 | 134 |
| Silver Hybrid | 4,928 | 72 | 69 | 127 |
| Red Tees | 4,603 | 72 | 67.3 | 121 |
| Green Tees | 3,447 | 72 | 61.1 | 107 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Tees 72.5/143 | 361 | 531 | 152 | 387 | 388 | 478 | 344 | 194 | 423 | 3258 | 428 | 330 | 376 | 367 | 168 | 558 | 390 | 165 | 562 | 3344 | 6602 |
| White Tees 69.8/134 | 333 | 505 | 117 | 364 | 350 | 450 | 325 | 188 | 368 | 3000 | 400 | 300 | 341 | 338 | 150 | 534 | 357 | 148 | 532 | 3100 | 6100 |
| Yellow Tees 72.7/134 | 313 | 427 | 106 | 330 | 338 | 420 | 305 | 141 | 349 | 2729 | 323 | 275 | 312 | 330 | 128 | 507 | 338 | 123 | 507 | 2843 | 5572 |
| Silver Hybrid 69/127 | 313 | 376 | 106 | 298 | 244 | 420 | 280 | 80 | 256 | 2373 | 323 | 275 | 282 | 257 | 128 | 416 | 338 | 123 | 413 | 2555 | 4928 |
| Red Tees 67.3/121 | 289 | 376 | 80 | 298 | 244 | 405 | 280 | 80 | 256 | 2308 | 245 | 222 | 282 | 257 | 81 | 416 | 289 | 90 | 413 | 2295 | 4603 |
| Yellow Tees 72.7/134 | 313 | 427 | 106 | 330 | 338 | 420 | 305 | 141 | 349 | 2729 | 323 | 275 | 312 | 330 | 128 | 507 | 338 | 123 | 507 | 2843 | 5572 |
| Silver Hybrid 69/127 | 313 | 376 | 106 | 298 | 244 | 420 | 280 | 80 | 256 | 2373 | 323 | 275 | 282 | 257 | 128 | 416 | 338 | 123 | 413 | 2555 | 4928 |
| Red Tees 67.3/121 | 289 | 376 | 80 | 298 | 244 | 405 | 280 | 80 | 256 | 2308 | 245 | 222 | 282 | 257 | 81 | 416 | 289 | 90 | 413 | 2295 | 4603 |
| Green Tees 61.1/107 | 200 | 280 | 80 | 180 | 200 | 300 | 150 | 80 | 180 | 1650 | 200 | 222 | 185 | 200 | 80 | 300 | 200 | 90 | 320 | 1797 | 3447 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 2 |
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: Blue Tees (6,602 yards, 72.5/143)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 2 (par 5, 531 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Silver Hybrid (4,928 yards, 69/127)
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+: Green Tees (3,447 yards, 61.1/107)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (80 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 531 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 168 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 562 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 152 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. A 423-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Apple Valley Golf Course?
Apple Valley Golf Course has a course rating of 72.5 and slope of 143 from the back tees. From the Green Tees tees, the rating is 61.1 with a slope of 107.
How long is Apple Valley Golf Course?
From the back tees, Apple Valley Golf Course plays 6,602 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Apple Valley Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 531-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Apple Valley Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue Tees tees (6,602 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green Tees tees (3,447 yards).
Is Apple Valley Golf Course public or private?
Apple Valley Golf Course is a public golf course in Lake Lure, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Apple Valley Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Lake Lure Golf Club, Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club, Black Mountain Golf Course (Black Mountain), Tryon Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Apple Valley Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley 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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