Downing Golf Course Harborcreek, Pennsylvania
Downing Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania, playing 7,100 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 80.6 and slope of 136.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,100 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 80.6 / 136 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | Harborcreek, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.1722, -79.9625 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 7,100 | 72 | 80.6 | 136 |
| White | 6,593 | 72 | 77.2 | 129 |
| Yellow | 5,696 | 72 | 72.3 | 118 |
| Orange | 4,933 | 72 | 68.7 | 111 |
| Green | 4,144 | 72 | 64.4 | 101 |
| Blue | 7,100 | 72 | 80.6 | 136 |
| White | 6,593 | 72 | 77.2 | 129 |
| Yellow | 5,696 | 72 | 72.3 | 118 |
| Orange | 4,933 | 72 | 68.7 | 111 |
| Green | 4,144 | 72 | 64.4 | 101 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 80.6/136 | 511 | 400 | 406 | 370 | 197 | 416 | 575 | 173 | 438 | 3486 | 512 | 219 | 401 | 503 | 409 | 203 | 408 | 456 | 503 | 3614 | 7100 |
| White 77.2/129 | 501 | 330 | 374 | 346 | 188 | 371 | 550 | 158 | 422 | 3240 | 490 | 206 | 384 | 467 | 331 | 195 | 395 | 425 | 460 | 3353 | 6593 |
| Yellow 72.3/118 | 425 | 323 | 333 | 330 | 177 | 285 | 430 | 145 | 315 | 2763 | 475 | 187 | 325 | 406 | 318 | 185 | 312 | 360 | 365 | 2933 | 5696 |
| Orange 68.7/111 | 354 | 291 | 289 | 330 | 121 | 285 | 394 | 126 | 289 | 2479 | 355 | 144 | 270 | 336 | 285 | 141 | 281 | 320 | 322 | 2454 | 4933 |
| Green 64.4/101 | 301 | 250 | 247 | 222 | 104 | 244 | 334 | 98 | 248 | 2048 | 302 | 123 | 240 | 287 | 232 | 121 | 241 | 274 | 276 | 2096 | 4144 |
| Blue 80.6/136 | 511 | 400 | 406 | 370 | 197 | 416 | 575 | 173 | 438 | 3486 | 512 | 219 | 401 | 503 | 409 | 203 | 408 | 456 | 503 | 3614 | 7100 |
| White 77.2/129 | 501 | 330 | 374 | 346 | 188 | 371 | 550 | 158 | 422 | 3240 | 490 | 206 | 384 | 467 | 331 | 195 | 395 | 425 | 460 | 3353 | 6593 |
| Yellow 72.3/118 | 425 | 323 | 333 | 330 | 177 | 285 | 430 | 145 | 315 | 2763 | 475 | 187 | 325 | 406 | 318 | 185 | 312 | 360 | 365 | 2933 | 5696 |
| Orange 68.7/111 | 354 | 291 | 289 | 330 | 121 | 285 | 394 | 126 | 289 | 2479 | 355 | 144 | 270 | 336 | 285 | 141 | 281 | 320 | 322 | 2454 | 4933 |
| Green 64.4/101 | 301 | 250 | 247 | 222 | 104 | 244 | 334 | 98 | 248 | 2048 | 302 | 123 | 240 | 287 | 232 | 121 | 241 | 274 | 276 | 2096 | 4144 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
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 (7,100 yards, 80.6/136)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 575 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Yellow (5,696 yards, 72.3/118)
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 (4,144 yards, 64.4/101)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 8 (98 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 575 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 203 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 173 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 503 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Downing Golf Course?
Downing Golf Course has a course rating of 80.6 and slope of 136 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 64.4 with a slope of 101.
How long is Downing Golf Course?
From the back tees, Downing Golf Course plays 7,100 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Downing Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 575-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Downing Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (7,100 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,144 yards).
Is Downing Golf Course public or private?
Downing Golf Course is a public golf course in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Downing Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Harbor Ridge Golf Course (Erie), Harbor Ridge Golf Course, Lawrence Park Golf Club (Erie), Green Meadows Golf Course (North East).
Is there a yardage book for Downing Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Downing 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 Downing 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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