Carolina Lakes Golf Club Sanford, North Carolina
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is a par-70 public course in Sanford, North Carolina, playing 6,054 yards from the Blue Tees tees with a rating of 69.7 and slope of 126.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,054 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.7 / 126 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Sanford, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.2874, -79.0539 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Tees | 6,054 | 70 | 69.7 | 126 |
| White Tees | 5,586 | 70 | 72.8 | 127 |
| Yellow Tees | 4,737 | 70 | 67.7 | 113 |
| Red Tees | 4,225 | 70 | 65.2 | 108 |
| White Tees | 5,586 | 70 | 72.8 | 127 |
| Yellow Tees | 4,737 | 70 | 67.7 | 113 |
| Red Tees | 4,225 | 70 | 65.2 | 108 |
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 69.7/126 | 400 | 400 | 283 | 324 | 527 | 125 | 348 | 150 | 400 | 2957 | 377 | 463 | 180 | 346 | 382 | 200 | 397 | 364 | 388 | 3097 | 6054 |
| White Tees 72.8/127 | 373 | 376 | 269 | 298 | 504 | 112 | 323 | 140 | 365 | 2760 | 354 | 425 | 152 | 315 | 366 | 168 | 362 | 327 | 357 | 2826 | 5586 |
| Yellow Tees 67.7/113 | 362 | 296 | 217 | 251 | 452 | 102 | 217 | 131 | 331 | 2359 | 335 | 340 | 127 | 280 | 308 | 128 | 227 | 316 | 317 | 2378 | 4737 |
| Red Tees 65.2/108 | 301 | 242 | 211 | 251 | 412 | 94 | 217 | 120 | 200 | 2048 | 242 | 315 | 126 | 273 | 243 | 128 | 227 | 306 | 317 | 2177 | 4225 |
| White Tees 72.8/127 | 373 | 376 | 269 | 298 | 504 | 112 | 323 | 140 | 365 | 2760 | 354 | 425 | 152 | 315 | 366 | 168 | 362 | 327 | 357 | 2826 | 5586 |
| Yellow Tees 67.7/113 | 362 | 296 | 217 | 251 | 452 | 102 | 217 | 131 | 331 | 2359 | 335 | 340 | 127 | 280 | 308 | 128 | 227 | 316 | 317 | 2378 | 4737 |
| Red Tees 65.2/108 | 301 | 242 | 211 | 251 | 412 | 94 | 217 | 120 | 200 | 2048 | 242 | 315 | 126 | 273 | 243 | 128 | 227 | 306 | 317 | 2177 | 4225 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 8 |
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 (6,054 yards, 69.7/126)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 5, 527 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Yellow Tees (4,737 yards, 67.7/113)
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+: Red Tees (4,225 yards, 65.2/108)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (94 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 527 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 shortest par 3 at 125 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 397-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Carolina Lakes Golf Club?
Carolina Lakes Golf Club has a course rating of 69.7 and slope of 126 from the back tees. From the Red Tees tees, the rating is 65.2 with a slope of 108.
How long is Carolina Lakes Golf Club?
From the back tees, Carolina Lakes Golf Club plays 6,054 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Carolina Lakes Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 527-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Carolina Lakes Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue Tees tees (6,054 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red Tees tees (4,225 yards).
Is Carolina Lakes Golf Club public or private?
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is a public golf course in Sanford, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Carolina Lakes Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Palmer, Tobacco Road Golf Club (Sanford), Quail Ridge Golf Club (Sanford), The Woods Golf Club (Whispering Pines).
Is there a yardage book for Carolina Lakes Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Carolina Lakes Golf Club 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 Carolina Lakes Golf Club 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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