Buffalo Valley Golf Course Unicoi, Tennessee
Buffalo Valley Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Unicoi, Tennessee, playing 6,752 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 72.5 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,752 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.5 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Unicoi, Tennessee, USA |
| Coordinates | 36.2288, -82.3301 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,752 | 72 | 72.5 | 125 |
| Blue | 6,259 | 72 | 70 | 121 |
| White | 5,647 | 72 | 67.2 | 114 |
| Gray | 4,851 | 72 | 63.7 | 107 |
| Red | 4,732 | 72 | 66.8 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 72.5/125 | 475 | 183 | 355 | 505 | 541 | 539 | 212 | 346 | 416 | 3572 | 385 | 150 | 402 | 424 | 523 | 372 | 208 | 178 | 538 | 3180 | 6752 |
| Blue 70/121 | 440 | 154 | 327 | 430 | 496 | 513 | 180 | 332 | 405 | 3277 | 374 | 143 | 391 | 360 | 480 | 363 | 176 | 170 | 525 | 2982 | 6259 |
| White 67.2/114 | 361 | 122 | 317 | 405 | 421 | 451 | 166 | 324 | 393 | 2960 | 363 | 137 | 351 | 348 | 436 | 256 | 160 | 161 | 475 | 2687 | 5647 |
| Gray 63.7/107 | 310 | 95 | 245 | 364 | 360 | 401 | 155 | 316 | 280 | 2526 | 265 | 120 | 306 | 267 | 422 | 250 | 160 | 125 | 410 | 2325 | 4851 |
| Red 66.8/111 | 305 | 90 | 240 | 359 | 355 | 394 | 149 | 311 | 192 | 2395 | 259 | 115 | 301 | 262 | 417 | 245 | 155 | 120 | 463 | 2337 | 4732 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 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: Gold (6,752 yards, 72.5/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 5, 541 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,647 yards, 67.2/114)
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 (4,732 yards, 66.8/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (115 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 541 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 150 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 208 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Buffalo Valley Golf Course?
Buffalo Valley Golf Course has a course rating of 72.5 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 66.8 with a slope of 111.
How long is Buffalo Valley Golf Course?
From the back tees, Buffalo Valley Golf Course plays 6,752 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Buffalo Valley Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 541-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Buffalo Valley Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,752 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,732 yards).
Is Buffalo Valley Golf Course public or private?
Buffalo Valley Golf Course is a public golf course in Unicoi, Tennessee. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Buffalo Valley Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Pine Oaks Golf Club (Johnson City), ETSU Golf Course, Elizabethton Municipal Golf Course (Elizabethton), Johnson City Country Club (Johnson City).
Is there a yardage book for Buffalo Valley Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Buffalo Valley 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 Buffalo Valley 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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