Palmetto Golf Club Aiken, South Carolina
Palmetto Golf Club is a par-71 public course in Aiken, South Carolina, playing 6,695 yards from the Tournament tees with a rating of 73.7 and slope of 143.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,695 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.7 / 143 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Aiken, South Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.5408, -81.7283 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tournament | 6,695 | 71 | 73.7 | 143 |
| Red | 6,413 | 71 | 72.2 | 137 |
| Red & White | 6,265 | 71 | 71.5 | 134 |
| White | 6,098 | 71 | 75.8 | 134 |
| White & Gold | 5,858 | 71 | 69.7 | 126 |
| Gold | 5,453 | 71 | 72.2 | 126 |
| White | 6,098 | 71 | 75.8 | 134 |
| Gold | 5,453 | 71 | 72.2 | 126 |
| Blue | 5,098 | 71 | 70.1 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tournament 73.7/143 | 389 | 368 | 455 | 388 | 458 | 464 | 180 | 441 | 199 | 3342 | 518 | 170 | 448 | 423 | 550 | 338 | 212 | 388 | 306 | 3353 | 6695 |
| Red 72.2/137 | 389 | 330 | 410 | 388 | 439 | 464 | 163 | 441 | 178 | 3202 | 482 | 170 | 382 | 423 | 550 | 298 | 212 | 388 | 306 | 3211 | 6413 |
| Red & White 71.5/134 | 347 | 330 | 410 | 388 | 413 | 464 | 163 | 399 | 178 | 3092 | 482 | 170 | 382 | 385 | 550 | 298 | 212 | 388 | 306 | 3173 | 6265 |
| White 75.8/134 | 347 | 330 | 410 | 388 | 413 | 437 | 139 | 399 | 162 | 3025 | 464 | 149 | 365 | 385 | 550 | 254 | 212 | 388 | 306 | 3073 | 6098 |
| White & Gold 69.7/126 | 347 | 330 | 375 | 388 | 343 | 437 | 139 | 374 | 139 | 2872 | 464 | 149 | 365 | 331 | 550 | 254 | 179 | 388 | 306 | 2986 | 5858 |
| Gold 72.2/126 | 347 | 330 | 375 | 326 | 343 | 437 | 105 | 374 | 139 | 2776 | 409 | 131 | 331 | 331 | 464 | 233 | 179 | 327 | 272 | 2677 | 5453 |
| White 75.8/134 | 347 | 330 | 410 | 388 | 413 | 437 | 139 | 399 | 162 | 3025 | 464 | 149 | 365 | 385 | 550 | 254 | 212 | 388 | 306 | 3073 | 6098 |
| Gold 72.2/126 | 347 | 330 | 375 | 326 | 343 | 437 | 105 | 374 | 139 | 2776 | 409 | 131 | 331 | 331 | 464 | 233 | 179 | 327 | 272 | 2677 | 5453 |
| Blue 70.1/121 | 345 | 232 | 374 | 322 | 343 | 353 | 103 | 333 | 133 | 2538 | 403 | 135 | 273 | 327 | 461 | 235 | 175 | 325 | 226 | 2560 | 5098 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 14 |
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: Tournament (6,695 yards, 73.7/143)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 455 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White & Gold (5,858 yards, 69.7/126)
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+: Blue (5,098 yards, 70.1/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (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 455 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 170 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 550 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 423-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Palmetto Golf Club?
Palmetto Golf Club has a course rating of 73.7 and slope of 143 from the back tees. From the Blue tees, the rating is 70.1 with a slope of 121.
How long is Palmetto Golf Club?
From the back tees, Palmetto Golf Club plays 6,695 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Palmetto Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 455-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Palmetto Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Tournament tees (6,695 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Blue tees (5,098 yards).
Is Palmetto Golf Club public or private?
Palmetto Golf Club is a public golf course in Aiken, South Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Palmetto Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Aiken Golf Club (Aiken), Houndslake Country Club (Aiken), Hollow Creek, Midland Valley Golf Club (Graniteville).
Is there a yardage book for Palmetto Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Palmetto 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 Palmetto 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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