Lake Hickory Country Club Hickory, North Carolina
Lake Hickory Country Club is a par-120 private course in Hickory, North Carolina, playing 6,542 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 72 and slope of 139.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 120 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,542 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72 / 139 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Hickory, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.7607, -81.3443 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,542 | 5,982 | 72 | 72 | 139 |
| Blue/White Hybrid | 6,187 | 5,657 | 72 | 70.7 | 133 |
| White | 6,004 | 5,490 | 72 | 69.9 | 130 |
| Gold | 5,472 | 5,004 | 72 | 67.7 | 118 |
| Red | 4,952 | 4,528 | 71 | 65.2 | 113 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 72/139 | 528 | 184 | 368 | 305 | 536 | 369 | 392 | 193 | 345 | 3220 | 536 | 370 | 390 | 196 | 396 | 385 | 371 | 500 | 178 | 3322 | 6542 |
| Blue/White Hybrid 70.7/133 | 492 | 159 | 368 | 305 | 502 | 369 | 363 | 156 | 345 | 3059 | 489 | 343 | 390 | 175 | 396 | 350 | 371 | 455 | 159 | 3128 | 6187 |
| White 69.9/130 | 492 | 159 | 342 | 285 | 502 | 333 | 363 | 156 | 323 | 2955 | 489 | 343 | 372 | 175 | 366 | 350 | 340 | 455 | 159 | 3049 | 6004 |
| Gold 67.7/118 | 462 | 132 | 318 | 261 | 471 | 298 | 336 | 128 | 295 | 2701 | 446 | 309 | 337 | 153 | 342 | 318 | 317 | 409 | 140 | 2771 | 5472 |
| Red 65.2/113 | 432 | 103 | 298 | 234 | 440 | 279 | 310 | 104 | 241 | 2441 | 406 | 292 | 300 | 131 | 323 | 281 | 296 | 358 | 124 | 2511 | 4952 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 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: Blue (6,542 yards, 72/139)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 345 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,004 yards, 69.9/130)
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+: Red (4,952 yards, 65.2/113)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 18 (124 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 345 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 178 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 536 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 #2 handicap hole. A 390-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Lake Hickory Country Club?
Lake Hickory Country Club has a course rating of 72 and slope of 139 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 65.2 with a slope of 113.
How long is Lake Hickory Country Club?
From the back tees, Lake Hickory Country Club plays 6,542 yards. The course is par 120 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Lake Hickory Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 345-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Lake Hickory Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,542 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,952 yards).
Is Lake Hickory Country Club public or private?
Lake Hickory Country Club is a private golf course in Hickory, North Carolina. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Lake Hickory Country Club?
Nearby courses include Granada Farms Country Club, Catawba Country Club (Newton), Rock Barn, Orchard Hills Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Lake Hickory Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Lake Hickory Country 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 Lake Hickory Country 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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