Moody Gardens Golf Course Galveston, Texas
Moody Gardens Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Galveston, Texas, playing 6,816 yards from the Orange tees with a rating of 78.9 and slope of 145.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,816 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 78.9 / 145 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | Galveston, Texas, USA |
| Coordinates | 29.2627, -94.8675 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | 6,816 | 72 | 78.9 | 145 |
| Black | 6,380 | 72 | 76.5 | 140 |
| Gold | 5,972 | 72 | 74.2 | 136 |
| Green | 5,529 | 72 | 71.7 | 130 |
| Maroon | 4,549 | 72 | 66.6 | 113 |
| Orange | 6,816 | 72 | 78.9 | 145 |
| Black | 6,380 | 72 | 76.5 | 140 |
| Gold | 5,972 | 72 | 74.2 | 136 |
| Green | 5,529 | 72 | 71.7 | 130 |
| Maroon | 4,549 | 72 | 66.6 | 113 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange 78.9/145 | 512 | 428 | 368 | 140 | 570 | 232 | 584 | 413 | 162 | 3409 | 389 | 524 | 346 | 192 | 575 | 341 | 426 | 142 | 472 | 3407 | 6816 |
| Black 76.5/140 | 493 | 409 | 329 | 120 | 557 | 216 | 560 | 386 | 145 | 3215 | 375 | 490 | 317 | 173 | 545 | 321 | 401 | 122 | 421 | 3165 | 6380 |
| Gold 74.2/136 | 425 | 397 | 312 | 105 | 537 | 175 | 528 | 352 | 126 | 2957 | 355 | 473 | 302 | 166 | 527 | 308 | 378 | 107 | 399 | 3015 | 5972 |
| Green 71.7/130 | 410 | 369 | 272 | 91 | 515 | 155 | 510 | 317 | 93 | 2732 | 332 | 428 | 282 | 119 | 513 | 291 | 353 | 98 | 381 | 2797 | 5529 |
| Maroon 66.6/113 | 353 | 330 | 193 | 89 | 390 | 77 | 465 | 284 | 63 | 2244 | 270 | 356 | 232 | 76 | 442 | 240 | 312 | 65 | 312 | 2305 | 4549 |
| Orange 78.9/145 | 512 | 428 | 368 | 140 | 570 | 232 | 584 | 413 | 162 | 3409 | 389 | 524 | 346 | 192 | 575 | 341 | 426 | 142 | 472 | 3407 | 6816 |
| Black 76.5/140 | 493 | 409 | 329 | 120 | 557 | 216 | 560 | 386 | 145 | 3215 | 375 | 490 | 317 | 173 | 545 | 321 | 401 | 122 | 421 | 3165 | 6380 |
| Gold 74.2/136 | 425 | 397 | 312 | 105 | 537 | 175 | 528 | 352 | 126 | 2957 | 355 | 473 | 302 | 166 | 527 | 308 | 378 | 107 | 399 | 3015 | 5972 |
| Green 71.7/130 | 410 | 369 | 272 | 91 | 515 | 155 | 510 | 317 | 93 | 2732 | 332 | 428 | 282 | 119 | 513 | 291 | 353 | 98 | 381 | 2797 | 5529 |
| Maroon 66.6/113 | 353 | 330 | 193 | 89 | 390 | 77 | 465 | 284 | 63 | 2244 | 270 | 356 | 232 | 76 | 442 | 240 | 312 | 65 | 312 | 2305 | 4549 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 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: Orange (6,816 yards, 78.9/145)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 584 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Green (5,529 yards, 71.7/130)
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+: Maroon (4,549 yards, 66.6/113)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (89 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 584 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 142 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 140 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 575 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 Moody Gardens Golf Course?
Moody Gardens Golf Course has a course rating of 78.9 and slope of 145 from the back tees. From the Maroon tees, the rating is 66.6 with a slope of 113.
How long is Moody Gardens Golf Course?
From the back tees, Moody Gardens Golf Course plays 6,816 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Moody Gardens Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 584-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Moody Gardens Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Orange tees (6,816 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Maroon tees (4,549 yards).
Is Moody Gardens Golf Course public or private?
Moody Gardens Golf Course is a public golf course in Galveston, Texas. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Moody Gardens Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Galveston Country Club, Bayou Golf Club, Chaparral Golf Club, Chaparral Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Moody Gardens Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Moody Gardens 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 Moody Gardens 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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