Sapphire National Golf Club Sapphire, North Carolina
Sapphire National Golf Club is a par-70 public course in Sapphire, North Carolina, playing 6,303 yards from the Black Tees tees with a rating of 71 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,303 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Sapphire, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.1175, -83.0283 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Tees | 6,303 | 70 | 71 | 137 |
| Blue Tees | 5,784 | 70 | 74.6 | 146 |
| White Tees | 5,475 | 70 | 72.9 | 141 |
| Gold Tees | 5,187 | 70 | 70.7 | 135 |
| Red Tees | 4,346 | 70 | 66.1 | 123 |
| Blue Tees | 5,784 | 70 | 74.6 | 146 |
| White Tees | 5,475 | 70 | 72.9 | 141 |
| Gold Tees | 5,187 | 70 | 70.7 | 135 |
| Red Tees | 4,346 | 70 | 66.1 | 123 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Tees 71/137 | 577 | 213 | 381 | 426 | 506 | 125 | 411 | 211 | 326 | 3176 | 356 | 202 | 373 | 383 | 536 | 147 | 282 | 401 | 447 | 3127 | 6303 |
| Blue Tees 74.6/146 | 508 | 197 | 325 | 411 | 480 | 108 | 371 | 190 | 303 | 2893 | 313 | 182 | 358 | 358 | 522 | 133 | 259 | 374 | 392 | 2891 | 5784 |
| White Tees 72.9/141 | 508 | 183 | 325 | 311 | 480 | 108 | 357 | 190 | 303 | 2765 | 257 | 168 | 314 | 333 | 522 | 133 | 259 | 341 | 383 | 2710 | 5475 |
| Gold Tees 70.7/135 | 467 | 183 | 283 | 311 | 437 | 92 | 357 | 131 | 293 | 2554 | 257 | 168 | 314 | 333 | 503 | 97 | 237 | 341 | 383 | 2633 | 5187 |
| Red Tees 66.1/123 | 422 | 109 | 224 | 270 | 400 | 76 | 305 | 114 | 278 | 2198 | 208 | 155 | 276 | 235 | 368 | 74 | 196 | 302 | 334 | 2148 | 4346 |
| Blue Tees 74.6/146 | 508 | 197 | 325 | 411 | 480 | 108 | 371 | 190 | 303 | 2893 | 313 | 182 | 358 | 358 | 522 | 133 | 259 | 374 | 392 | 2891 | 5784 |
| White Tees 72.9/141 | 508 | 183 | 325 | 311 | 480 | 108 | 357 | 190 | 303 | 2765 | 257 | 168 | 314 | 333 | 522 | 133 | 259 | 341 | 383 | 2710 | 5475 |
| Gold Tees 70.7/135 | 467 | 183 | 283 | 311 | 437 | 92 | 357 | 131 | 293 | 2554 | 257 | 168 | 314 | 333 | 503 | 97 | 237 | 341 | 383 | 2633 | 5187 |
| Red Tees 66.1/123 | 422 | 109 | 224 | 270 | 400 | 76 | 305 | 114 | 278 | 2198 | 208 | 155 | 276 | 235 | 368 | 74 | 196 | 302 | 334 | 2148 | 4346 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 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: Black Tees (6,303 yards, 71/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 411 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold Tees (5,187 yards, 70.7/135)
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 (4,346 yards, 66.1/123)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (76 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 411 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 147 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 577 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 125 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 383-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Sapphire National Golf Club?
Sapphire National Golf Club has a course rating of 71 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Red Tees tees, the rating is 66.1 with a slope of 123.
How long is Sapphire National Golf Club?
From the back tees, Sapphire National Golf Club plays 6,303 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Sapphire National Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 411-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Sapphire National Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black Tees tees (6,303 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red Tees tees (4,346 yards).
Is Sapphire National Golf Club public or private?
Sapphire National Golf Club is a public golf course in Sapphire, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Sapphire National Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Red Bird Golf Links (Sapphire), Burlingame Country Club (Sapphire), High Hampton Golf Club (Cashiers), Wade Hampton Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Sapphire National Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Sapphire National 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 Sapphire National 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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