Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club Gaffney, South Carolina
Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club is a par-72 public course in Gaffney, South Carolina, playing 6,953 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 73.6 and slope of 130.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,953 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.6 / 130 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Gaffney, South Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.1266, -81.7006 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,953 | 6,358 | 72 | 73.6 | 130 |
| Blue | 6,733 | 6,157 | 72 | 72.7 | 128 |
| White | 6,453 | 5,901 | 72 | 71.2 | 126 |
| Gold | 6,155 | 5,628 | 72 | 69.9 | 125 |
| Purple | 5,713 | 5,224 | 71 | 67.5 | 118 |
| Red | 5,145 | 4,705 | 71 | 64.7 | 108 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 73.6/130 | 529 | 205 | 361 | 361 | 176 | 376 | 434 | 423 | 528 | 3393 | 417 | 425 | 403 | 422 | 203 | 553 | 408 | 192 | 537 | 3560 | 6953 |
| Blue 72.7/128 | 514 | 193 | 361 | 361 | 160 | 376 | 413 | 423 | 513 | 3314 | 390 | 412 | 396 | 401 | 192 | 541 | 387 | 175 | 525 | 3419 | 6733 |
| White 71.2/126 | 492 | 170 | 340 | 347 | 145 | 363 | 399 | 404 | 500 | 3160 | 380 | 391 | 381 | 391 | 179 | 519 | 387 | 159 | 506 | 3293 | 6453 |
| Gold 69.9/125 | 479 | 155 | 328 | 347 | 128 | 336 | 368 | 375 | 478 | 2994 | 374 | 378 | 366 | 365 | 168 | 504 | 369 | 143 | 494 | 3161 | 6155 |
| Purple 67.5/118 | 479 | 155 | 328 | 209 | 128 | 309 | 330 | 357 | 469 | 2764 | 345 | 359 | 345 | 365 | 168 | 467 | 263 | 143 | 494 | 2949 | 5713 |
| Red 64.7/108 | 430 | 130 | 301 | 209 | 108 | 309 | 330 | 286 | 433 | 2536 | 301 | 321 | 332 | 268 | 147 | 467 | 259 | 99 | 415 | 2609 | 5145 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 18 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 17 |
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 (6,953 yards, 73.6/130)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 13 (par 4, 422 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (6,155 yards, 69.9/125)
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 (5,145 yards, 64.7/108)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (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 422 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 553 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 176 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 423-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club?
Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club has a course rating of 73.6 and slope of 130 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 64.7 with a slope of 108.
How long is Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club?
From the back tees, Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club plays 6,953 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 13, a 422-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,953 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,145 yards).
Is Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club public or private?
Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club is a public golf course in Gaffney, South Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club?
Nearby courses include Chesnee Country Club, Chesnee Country Club, Riverbend YMCA Golf Club (Shelby), Dogwood Valley Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Cherokee National Golf & Recreation Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Cherokee National Golf & Recreation 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 Cherokee National Golf & Recreation 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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