Pine Needles Southern Pines, North Carolina
Pine Needles is a par-71 public course in Southern Pines, North Carolina, playing 6,917 yards from the Medal Tees tees with a rating of 73.9 and slope of 134.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,917 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.9 / 134 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Southern Pines, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.2010, -79.3878 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medal Tees | 6,917 | 71 | 73.9 | 134 |
| Ross Tees | 6,372 | 71 | 76.7 | 135 |
| Regular Tees | 5,966 | 71 | 74.3 | 130 |
| Executive Tees | 5,341 | 71 | 70.2 | 120 |
| Forward Tees | 4,897 | 71 | 68.1 | 116 |
| Ross Tees | 6,372 | 71 | 76.7 | 135 |
| Regular Tees | 5,966 | 71 | 74.3 | 130 |
| Executive Tees | 5,341 | 71 | 70.2 | 120 |
| Forward Tees | 4,897 | 71 | 68.1 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medal Tees 73.9/134 | 500 | 465 | 145 | 395 | 209 | 450 | 445 | 352 | 377 | 3338 | 521 | 412 | 431 | 204 | 439 | 523 | 177 | 455 | 417 | 3579 | 6917 |
| Ross Tees 76.7/135 | 482 | 440 | 134 | 355 | 189 | 400 | 392 | 341 | 367 | 3100 | 482 | 371 | 343 | 184 | 397 | 483 | 168 | 436 | 408 | 3272 | 6372 |
| Regular Tees 74.3/130 | 466 | 412 | 126 | 327 | 167 | 370 | 346 | 317 | 352 | 2883 | 463 | 315 | 326 | 157 | 376 | 473 | 159 | 416 | 398 | 3083 | 5966 |
| Executive Tees 70.2/120 | 452 | 373 | 121 | 272 | 115 | 308 | 316 | 283 | 258 | 2498 | 444 | 309 | 306 | 131 | 339 | 463 | 127 | 371 | 353 | 2843 | 5341 |
| Forward Tees 68.1/116 | 425 | 368 | 108 | 262 | 109 | 301 | 311 | 277 | 252 | 2413 | 349 | 287 | 252 | 125 | 335 | 396 | 118 | 325 | 297 | 2484 | 4897 |
| Ross Tees 76.7/135 | 482 | 440 | 134 | 355 | 189 | 400 | 392 | 341 | 367 | 3100 | 482 | 371 | 343 | 184 | 397 | 483 | 168 | 436 | 408 | 3272 | 6372 |
| Regular Tees 74.3/130 | 466 | 412 | 126 | 327 | 167 | 370 | 346 | 317 | 352 | 2883 | 463 | 315 | 326 | 157 | 376 | 473 | 159 | 416 | 398 | 3083 | 5966 |
| Executive Tees 70.2/120 | 452 | 373 | 121 | 272 | 115 | 308 | 316 | 283 | 258 | 2498 | 444 | 309 | 306 | 131 | 339 | 463 | 127 | 371 | 353 | 2843 | 5341 |
| Forward Tees 68.1/116 | 425 | 368 | 108 | 262 | 109 | 301 | 311 | 277 | 252 | 2413 | 349 | 287 | 252 | 125 | 335 | 396 | 118 | 325 | 297 | 2484 | 4897 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
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: Medal Tees (6,917 yards, 73.9/134)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 4, 450 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Regular Tees (5,966 yards, 74.3/130)
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+: Forward Tees (4,897 yards, 68.1/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (108 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 450 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. At 177 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 523 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 145 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 439-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Pine Needles?
Pine Needles has a course rating of 73.9 and slope of 134 from the back tees. From the Forward Tees tees, the rating is 68.1 with a slope of 116.
How long is Pine Needles?
From the back tees, Pine Needles plays 6,917 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Pine Needles?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 450-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Pine Needles?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Medal Tees tees (6,917 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Forward Tees tees (4,897 yards).
Is Pine Needles public or private?
Pine Needles is a public golf course in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Pine Needles?
Nearby courses include Mid Pines (Southern Pines), Knollwood Fairways, Talamore Golf Club (Southern Pines), Longleaf Golf & Family Club (Southern Pines).
Is there a yardage book for Pine Needles?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Pine Needles 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 Pine Needles 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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