Poplar Forest Golf Course Virginia
Poplar Forest Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Virginia, playing 6,362 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.6 and slope of 119.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,362 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.6 / 119 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Virginia, USA |
| Coordinates | 37.3502, -79.2698 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,362 | 72 | 70.6 | 119 |
| Blue/White | 6,213 | 72 | 69.9 | 118 |
| White | 6,064 | 72 | 69.2 | 117 |
| White/Gold | 5,797 | 72 | 68 | 115 |
| Gold | 5,530 | 72 | 71 | 122 |
| Gold | 5,530 | 72 | 71 | 122 |
| Red/Gold | 5,411 | 72 | 70.4 | 121 |
| Red | 5,292 | 72 | 69.8 | 119 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.6/119 | 357 | 389 | 138 | 540 | 327 | 167 | 448 | 476 | 339 | 3181 | 357 | 389 | 138 | 540 | 327 | 167 | 448 | 476 | 339 | 3181 | 6362 |
| Blue/White 69.9/118 | 357 | 389 | 138 | 540 | 327 | 167 | 448 | 476 | 339 | 3181 | 337 | 379 | 123 | 504 | 319 | 149 | 424 | 466 | 331 | 3032 | 6213 |
| White 69.2/117 | 337 | 379 | 123 | 504 | 319 | 149 | 424 | 466 | 331 | 3032 | 337 | 379 | 123 | 504 | 319 | 149 | 424 | 466 | 331 | 3032 | 6064 |
| White/Gold 68/115 | 337 | 379 | 123 | 504 | 319 | 149 | 424 | 466 | 331 | 3032 | 317 | 332 | 108 | 444 | 311 | 137 | 362 | 431 | 323 | 2765 | 5797 |
| Gold 71/122 | 317 | 332 | 108 | 444 | 311 | 137 | 362 | 431 | 323 | 2765 | 317 | 332 | 108 | 444 | 311 | 137 | 362 | 431 | 323 | 2765 | 5530 |
| Gold 71/122 | 317 | 332 | 108 | 444 | 311 | 137 | 362 | 431 | 323 | 2765 | 317 | 332 | 108 | 444 | 311 | 137 | 362 | 431 | 323 | 2765 | 5530 |
| Red/Gold 70.4/121 | 287 | 326 | 105 | 444 | 304 | 127 | 310 | 426 | 317 | 2646 | 317 | 332 | 108 | 444 | 311 | 137 | 362 | 431 | 323 | 2765 | 5411 |
| Red 69.8/119 | 287 | 326 | 105 | 444 | 304 | 127 | 310 | 426 | 317 | 2646 | 287 | 326 | 105 | 444 | 304 | 127 | 310 | 426 | 317 | 2646 | 5292 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 10 |
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 (6,362 yards, 70.6/119)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 5, 540 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White/Gold (5,797 yards, 68/115)
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 (5,292 yards, 69.8/119)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (105 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 540 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 138 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 138 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 540 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 Poplar Forest Golf Course?
Poplar Forest Golf Course has a course rating of 70.6 and slope of 119 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 69.8 with a slope of 119.
How long is Poplar Forest Golf Course?
From the back tees, Poplar Forest Golf Course plays 6,362 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Poplar Forest Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 540-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Poplar Forest Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,362 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,292 yards).
Is Poplar Forest Golf Course public or private?
Poplar Forest Golf Course is a public golf course in Virginia. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Poplar Forest Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Poplar Forest Golf Course, Colonial Hills Golf Club, London Downs Golf Club, London Downs Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Poplar Forest Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Poplar Forest 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 Poplar Forest 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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