Balcones Country Club Texas
Balcones Country Club is a par-70 private course in Texas, playing 6,185 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 75.7 and slope of 130.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,185 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.7 / 130 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Texas, USA |
| Coordinates | 30.4358, -97.8049 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,185 | 70 | 75.7 | 130 |
| Blue | 5,894 | 70 | 74.2 | 126 |
| White | 5,531 | 70 | 72.3 | 120 |
| Green | 4,850 | 70 | 67.9 | 114 |
| Black | 6,185 | 70 | 75.7 | 130 |
| Blue | 5,894 | 70 | 74.2 | 126 |
| White | 5,531 | 70 | 72.3 | 120 |
| Green | 4,850 | 70 | 67.9 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 75.7/130 | 377 | 413 | 390 | 464 | 213 | 427 | 177 | 491 | 170 | 3122 | 351 | 395 | 475 | 376 | 387 | 155 | 358 | 135 | 431 | 3063 | 6185 |
| Blue 74.2/126 | 354 | 393 | 381 | 446 | 180 | 415 | 164 | 481 | 137 | 2951 | 341 | 381 | 460 | 367 | 374 | 142 | 342 | 116 | 420 | 2943 | 5894 |
| White 72.3/120 | 338 | 338 | 371 | 431 | 165 | 403 | 146 | 472 | 123 | 2787 | 331 | 363 | 410 | 358 | 357 | 105 | 328 | 109 | 383 | 2744 | 5531 |
| Green 67.9/114 | 285 | 332 | 303 | 403 | 119 | 356 | 140 | 392 | 94 | 2424 | 315 | 232 | 405 | 349 | 350 | 100 | 249 | 93 | 333 | 2426 | 4850 |
| Black 75.7/130 | 377 | 413 | 390 | 464 | 213 | 427 | 177 | 491 | 170 | 3122 | 351 | 395 | 475 | 376 | 387 | 155 | 358 | 135 | 431 | 3063 | 6185 |
| Blue 74.2/126 | 354 | 393 | 381 | 446 | 180 | 415 | 164 | 481 | 137 | 2951 | 341 | 381 | 460 | 367 | 374 | 142 | 342 | 116 | 420 | 2943 | 5894 |
| White 72.3/120 | 338 | 338 | 371 | 431 | 165 | 403 | 146 | 472 | 123 | 2787 | 331 | 363 | 410 | 358 | 357 | 105 | 328 | 109 | 383 | 2744 | 5531 |
| Green 67.9/114 | 285 | 332 | 303 | 403 | 119 | 356 | 140 | 392 | 94 | 2424 | 315 | 232 | 405 | 349 | 350 | 100 | 249 | 93 | 333 | 2426 | 4850 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 16 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 3 |
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 (6,185 yards, 75.7/130)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 11 (par 4, 395 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,531 yards, 72.3/120)
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 (4,850 yards, 67.9/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (93 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 395 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
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 491 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 135 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 427-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Balcones Country Club?
Balcones Country Club has a course rating of 75.7 and slope of 130 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 67.9 with a slope of 114.
How long is Balcones Country Club?
From the back tees, Balcones Country Club plays 6,185 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Balcones Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 11, a 395-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Balcones Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,185 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,850 yards).
Is Balcones Country Club public or private?
Balcones Country Club is a private golf course in Texas. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Balcones Country Club?
Nearby courses include Balcones Country Club (Austin), Great Hills Country Club (Austin), Twin Creeks Country Club, Avery Ranch Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Balcones Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Balcones Country 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 Balcones Country 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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