Diamond Creek Banner Elk, North Carolina
Diamond Creek is a par-70 public course in Banner Elk, North Carolina, playing 7,017 yards from the Championship tees with a rating of 74.8 and slope of 149.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,017 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.8 / 149 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Banner Elk, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 36.1504, -81.8365 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | 7,017 | 70 | 74.8 | 149 |
| Back (Black) | 6,607 | 70 | 72.7 | 144 |
| Back/Middle Hybrid | 6,294 | 70 | 71.2 | 140 |
| Middle (White) | 6,010 | 70 | 75.7 | 149 |
| Forward (Orange) | 5,572 | 70 | 73.3 | 144 |
| Green | 4,835 | 70 | 69.1 | 131 |
| Middle (White) | 6,010 | 70 | 75.7 | 149 |
| Forward (Orange) | 5,572 | 70 | 73.3 | 144 |
| Green | 4,835 | 70 | 69.1 | 131 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship 74.8/149 | 472 | 198 | 445 | 614 | 184 | 370 | 573 | 213 | 506 | 3575 | 342 | 406 | 213 | 540 | 426 | 465 | 481 | 185 | 384 | 3442 | 7017 |
| Back (Black) 72.7/144 | 417 | 193 | 444 | 575 | 155 | 368 | 570 | 190 | 429 | 3341 | 325 | 393 | 205 | 535 | 424 | 415 | 448 | 179 | 342 | 3266 | 6607 |
| Back/Middle Hybrid 71.2/140 | 366 | 193 | 408 | 575 | 149 | 368 | 543 | 190 | 396 | 3188 | 325 | 343 | 205 | 494 | 424 | 373 | 448 | 152 | 342 | 3106 | 6294 |
| Middle (White) 75.7/149 | 366 | 178 | 408 | 543 | 149 | 324 | 543 | 136 | 396 | 3043 | 316 | 343 | 183 | 494 | 401 | 373 | 404 | 152 | 301 | 2967 | 6010 |
| Forward (Orange) 73.3/144 | 326 | 163 | 370 | 515 | 137 | 308 | 519 | 136 | 334 | 2808 | 316 | 328 | 160 | 461 | 370 | 338 | 379 | 129 | 283 | 2764 | 5572 |
| Green 69.1/131 | 326 | 128 | 304 | 470 | 117 | 229 | 475 | 103 | 334 | 2486 | 254 | 312 | 101 | 405 | 324 | 260 | 334 | 117 | 242 | 2349 | 4835 |
| Middle (White) 75.7/149 | 366 | 178 | 408 | 543 | 149 | 324 | 543 | 136 | 396 | 3043 | 316 | 343 | 183 | 494 | 401 | 373 | 404 | 152 | 301 | 2967 | 6010 |
| Forward (Orange) 73.3/144 | 326 | 163 | 370 | 515 | 137 | 308 | 519 | 136 | 334 | 2808 | 316 | 328 | 160 | 461 | 370 | 338 | 379 | 129 | 283 | 2764 | 5572 |
| Green 69.1/131 | 326 | 128 | 304 | 470 | 117 | 229 | 475 | 103 | 334 | 2486 | 254 | 312 | 101 | 405 | 324 | 260 | 334 | 117 | 242 | 2349 | 4835 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 18 |
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: Championship (7,017 yards, 74.8/149)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 506 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Middle (White) (6,010 yards, 75.7/149)
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 (4,835 yards, 69.1/131)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (117 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 506 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 614 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 184 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 465-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Diamond Creek?
Diamond Creek has a course rating of 74.8 and slope of 149 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 69.1 with a slope of 131.
How long is Diamond Creek?
From the back tees, Diamond Creek plays 7,017 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Diamond Creek?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 506-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Diamond Creek?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Championship tees (7,017 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,835 yards).
Is Diamond Creek public or private?
Diamond Creek is a public golf course in Banner Elk, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Diamond Creek?
Nearby courses include Sugar Mountain Golf Course (Sugar Mountain), Linville Ridge (Linville), Elk River Club, Grandfather Golf & Country Club (Linville).
Is there a yardage book for Diamond Creek?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Diamond Creek 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 Diamond Creek 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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