Bay Forest Golf Club La Porte, Texas
Bay Forest Golf Club is a par-72 public course in La Porte, Texas, playing 6,764 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 73.5 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,764 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.5 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | La Porte, Texas, USA |
| Coordinates | 29.6386, -95.0238 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,764 | 72 | 73.5 | 137 |
| White | 6,249 | 72 | 71 | 130 |
| Gold | 5,661 | 72 | 68.7 | 119 |
| Red | 5,132 | 72 | 66.1 | 115 |
| Women Gold | 5,661 | 72 | 73.2 | 131 |
| Women | 5,132 | 72 | 70.8 | 124 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 73.5/137 | 406 | 402 | 180 | 499 | 418 | 171 | 516 | 187 | 376 | 3155 | 475 | 510 | 436 | 180 | 542 | 451 | 383 | 180 | 452 | 3609 | 6764 |
| White 71/130 | 389 | 368 | 158 | 459 | 390 | 151 | 480 | 161 | 353 | 2909 | 461 | 482 | 396 | 148 | 503 | 420 | 360 | 155 | 415 | 3340 | 6249 |
| Gold 68.7/119 | 364 | 354 | 135 | 428 | 311 | 135 | 424 | 140 | 341 | 2632 | 444 | 453 | 359 | 138 | 461 | 355 | 306 | 145 | 368 | 3029 | 5661 |
| Red 66.1/115 | 336 | 339 | 120 | 402 | 270 | 130 | 396 | 127 | 321 | 2441 | 409 | 412 | 321 | 111 | 397 | 327 | 266 | 135 | 313 | 2691 | 5132 |
| Women Gold 73.2/131 | 364 | 354 | 135 | 428 | 311 | 135 | 424 | 140 | 341 | 2632 | 444 | 453 | 359 | 138 | 461 | 355 | 306 | 145 | 368 | 3029 | 5661 |
| Women 70.8/124 | 336 | 339 | 120 | 402 | 270 | 130 | 396 | 127 | 321 | 2441 | 409 | 412 | 321 | 111 | 397 | 327 | 266 | 135 | 313 | 2691 | 5132 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 6 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 |
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: Blue (6,764 yards, 73.5/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 18 (par 4, 452 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (5,661 yards, 68.7/119)
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+: Women (5,132 yards, 70.8/124)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (130 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 452 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 171 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 542 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. At 516 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bay Forest Golf Club?
Bay Forest Golf Club has a course rating of 73.5 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Women tees, the rating is 70.8 with a slope of 124.
How long is Bay Forest Golf Club?
From the back tees, Bay Forest Golf Club plays 6,764 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bay Forest Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 18, a 452-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bay Forest Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,764 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Women tees (5,132 yards).
Is Bay Forest Golf Club public or private?
Bay Forest Golf Club is a public golf course in La Porte, Texas. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bay Forest Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Bay Oaks Country Club, South Shore Harbour (League City), Pasadena Municipal Golf Course (Houston), Beacon Lakes Golf Club (Dickinson).
Is there a yardage book for Bay Forest Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bay Forest 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 Bay Forest 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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