Carolina Lakes Sumter, South Carolina
Carolina Lakes is a par-70 public course in Sumter, South Carolina, playing 6,382 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.9 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,382 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.9 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Sumter, South Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.9809, -80.4788 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,382 | 71 | 70.9 | 125 |
| White | 6,000 | 71 | 69.1 | 120 |
| Gold | 5,370 | 71 | 66 | 113 |
| Red | 4,887 | 71 | 68.3 | 114 |
| Red | 4,887 | 71 | 68.3 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.9/125 | 388 | 421 | 473 | 412 | 195 | 541 | 169 | 362 | 196 | 3157 | 378 | 205 | 263 | 480 | 348 | 602 | 389 | 406 | 154 | 3225 | 6382 |
| White 69.1/120 | 364 | 365 | 464 | 391 | 180 | 508 | 155 | 348 | 186 | 2961 | 369 | 198 | 250 | 440 | 320 | 564 | 367 | 396 | 135 | 3039 | 6000 |
| Gold 66/113 | 310 | 354 | 387 | 307 | 163 | 475 | 140 | 296 | 140 | 2572 | 325 | 174 | 236 | 430 | 285 | 516 | 337 | 366 | 129 | 2798 | 5370 |
| Red 68.3/114 | 305 | 266 | 372 | 302 | 157 | 446 | 84 | 291 | 135 | 2358 | 319 | 138 | 206 | 376 | 281 | 478 | 298 | 321 | 112 | 2529 | 4887 |
| Red 68.3/114 | 305 | 266 | 372 | 302 | 157 | 446 | 84 | 291 | 135 | 2358 | 319 | 138 | 206 | 376 | 281 | 478 | 298 | 321 | 112 | 2529 | 4887 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 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 (6,382 yards, 70.9/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 4, 412 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (5,370 yards, 66/113)
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 (4,887 yards, 68.3/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 18 (112 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 412 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 154 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 602 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 406-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Carolina Lakes?
Carolina Lakes has a course rating of 70.9 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 68.3 with a slope of 114.
How long is Carolina Lakes?
From the back tees, Carolina Lakes plays 6,382 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Carolina Lakes?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 412-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Carolina Lakes?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,382 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,887 yards).
Is Carolina Lakes public or private?
Carolina Lakes is a public golf course in Sumter, South Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Carolina Lakes?
Nearby courses include Beech Creek Golf Club, Crystal Lake Golf Course, Quixote Club (Sumter), Links At Lakewood.
Is there a yardage book for Carolina Lakes?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Carolina Lakes 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 Carolina Lakes 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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