Chapples Golf Course Thunder Bay, Ontario
Chapples Golf Course is a par-68 public course in Thunder Bay, Ontario, playing 6,207 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 75.5 and slope of 129.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 68 (5 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 1 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,207 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.5 / 129 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada |
| Coordinates | 48.3942, -89.2654 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 5,989 | 68 | 68.7 | 117 |
| Gold/Red | 5,694 | 68 | 67.2 | 114 |
| Red | 5,323 | 67 | 65.5 | 108 |
| Blue | 6,207 | 73 | 75.5 | 129 |
| Yellow | 6,089 | 71 | 74.8 | 127 |
| White | 5,416 | 71 | 70.8 | 117 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 68.7/117 | 467 | 465 | 348 | 180 | 380 | 373 | 342 | 158 | 352 | 3065 | 336 | 455 | 167 | 372 | 147 | 480 | 200 | 392 | 375 | 2924 | 5989 |
| Gold/Red 67.2/114 | 467 | 465 | 348 | 128 | 380 | 315 | 342 | 158 | 352 | 2955 | 336 | 455 | 126 | 333 | 147 | 480 | 156 | 340 | 366 | 2739 | 5694 |
| Red 65.5/108 | 434 | 400 | 330 | 128 | 280 | 315 | 330 | 116 | 346 | 2679 | 331 | 432 | 126 | 333 | 135 | 425 | 156 | 340 | 366 | 2644 | 5323 |
| Blue 75.5/129 | 465 | 460 | 354 | 183 | 389 | 386 | 354 | 166 | 357 | 3114 | 345 | 482 | 205 | 395 | 144 | 491 | 201 | 420 | 410 | 3093 | 6207 |
| Yellow 74.8/127 | 465 | 460 | 354 | 183 | 389 | 386 | 354 | 166 | 357 | 3114 | 337 | 440 | 175 | 387 | 144 | 491 | 201 | 400 | 400 | 2975 | 6089 |
| White 70.8/117 | 435 | 410 | 335 | 160 | 276 | 335 | 339 | 150 | 294 | 2734 | 290 | 431 | 145 | 355 | 144 | 428 | 171 | 345 | 373 | 2682 | 5416 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 5 | 12 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 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: Blue (6,207 yards, 75.5/129)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 1 par 5 for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 389 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold/Red (5,694 yards, 67.2/114)
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 (5,323 yards, 65.5/108)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (135 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 389 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 144 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 491 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 395-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Chapples Golf Course?
Chapples Golf Course has a course rating of 75.5 and slope of 129 from the back tees. From the White tees, the rating is 70.8 with a slope of 117.
How long is Chapples Golf Course?
From the back tees, Chapples Golf Course plays 6,207 yards. The course is par 68 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 1 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Chapples Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 389-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Chapples Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (5,989 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (5,416 yards).
Is Chapples Golf Course public or private?
Chapples Golf Course is a public golf course in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Chapples Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Thunder Bay Country Club, Fort William Country Club, Centennial Golf Course, Northern Lights Golf Complex.
Is there a yardage book for Chapples Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Chapples Golf Course 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 Chapples Golf Course 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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