Belle Meade Nashville, Tennessee
Belle Meade is a par-72 public course in Nashville, Tennessee, playing 6,964 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.5 and slope of 140.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,964 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.5 / 140 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Nashville, Tennessee, USA |
| Coordinates | 36.0953, -86.8636 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,964 | 72 | 74.5 | 140 |
| Blue | 6,574 | 72 | 72.7 | 133 |
| White | 6,229 | 72 | 71.1 | 131 |
| Brown | 5,805 | 72 | 74.9 | 138 |
| Green | 5,091 | 72 | 70.5 | 127 |
| Brown | 5,805 | 72 | 74.9 | 138 |
| Green | 5,091 | 72 | 70.5 | 127 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.5/140 | 509 | 215 | 405 | 355 | 403 | 180 | 420 | 500 | 458 | 3445 | 183 | 430 | 446 | 400 | 536 | 302 | 158 | 586 | 478 | 3519 | 6964 |
| Blue 72.7/133 | 492 | 196 | 385 | 335 | 387 | 158 | 394 | 480 | 424 | 3251 | 166 | 415 | 379 | 380 | 518 | 291 | 146 | 567 | 461 | 3323 | 6574 |
| White 71.1/131 | 470 | 174 | 363 | 315 | 376 | 136 | 360 | 465 | 403 | 3062 | 154 | 397 | 361 | 360 | 500 | 281 | 132 | 547 | 435 | 3167 | 6229 |
| Brown 74.9/138 | 450 | 178 | 342 | 296 | 352 | 112 | 330 | 450 | 363 | 2873 | 137 | 372 | 340 | 332 | 465 | 271 | 120 | 500 | 395 | 2932 | 5805 |
| Green 70.5/127 | 415 | 122 | 307 | 247 | 332 | 97 | 282 | 400 | 300 | 2502 | 115 | 319 | 303 | 294 | 430 | 250 | 100 | 440 | 338 | 2589 | 5091 |
| Brown 74.9/138 | 450 | 178 | 342 | 296 | 352 | 112 | 330 | 450 | 363 | 2873 | 137 | 372 | 340 | 332 | 465 | 271 | 120 | 500 | 395 | 2932 | 5805 |
| Green 70.5/127 | 415 | 122 | 307 | 247 | 332 | 97 | 282 | 400 | 300 | 2502 | 115 | 319 | 303 | 294 | 430 | 250 | 100 | 440 | 338 | 2589 | 5091 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 4 |
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 (6,964 yards, 74.5/140)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 403 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,229 yards, 71.1/131)
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 (5,091 yards, 70.5/127)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 16 (100 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 403 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 only 302 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The longest hole on the course at 586 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 158 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 446-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Belle Meade?
Belle Meade has a course rating of 74.5 and slope of 140 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 70.5 with a slope of 127.
How long is Belle Meade?
From the back tees, Belle Meade plays 6,964 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Belle Meade?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 403-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Belle Meade?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,964 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,091 yards).
Is Belle Meade public or private?
Belle Meade is a public golf course in Nashville, Tennessee. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Belle Meade?
Nearby courses include Percy Warner Golf Course, Hillwood Country Club (Nashville), McCabe Golf Course (Nashville), Richland Country Club (Nashville).
Is there a yardage book for Belle Meade?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Belle Meade 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 Belle Meade 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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