American Lake Veterans Golf Course Lakewood, Washington
American Lake Veterans Golf Course is a par-71 public course in Lakewood, Washington, playing 5,794 yards from the Blue 2022 tees with a rating of 72.5 and slope of 120.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 5,794 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.5 / 120 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Lakewood, Washington, USA |
| Coordinates | 47.1410, -122.5751 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 2022 | 5,794 | 71 | 72.5 | 120 |
| White 2022 | 5,271 | 71 | 69.4 | 114 |
| Red 2022 | 4,701 | 71 | 65.8 | 105 |
| Blue 2022 | 5,794 | 71 | 72.5 | 120 |
| White 2022 | 5,271 | 71 | 69.4 | 114 |
| Red 2022 | 4,701 | 71 | 65.8 | 105 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 2022 72.5/120 | 302 | 152 | 259 | 511 | 403 | 383 | 439 | 141 | 343 | 2933 | 403 | 198 | 495 | 332 | 138 | 313 | 315 | 299 | 368 | 2861 | 5794 |
| White 2022 69.4/114 | 291 | 140 | 245 | 501 | 384 | 364 | 389 | 128 | 330 | 2772 | 363 | 166 | 465 | 290 | 110 | 270 | 278 | 259 | 298 | 2499 | 5271 |
| Red 2022 65.8/105 | 266 | 115 | 218 | 476 | 356 | 326 | 336 | 110 | 312 | 2515 | 313 | 141 | 429 | 239 | 93 | 228 | 237 | 222 | 284 | 2186 | 4701 |
| Blue 2022 72.5/120 | 302 | 152 | 259 | 511 | 403 | 383 | 439 | 141 | 343 | 2933 | 403 | 198 | 495 | 332 | 138 | 313 | 315 | 299 | 368 | 2861 | 5794 |
| White 2022 69.4/114 | 291 | 140 | 245 | 501 | 384 | 364 | 389 | 128 | 330 | 2772 | 363 | 166 | 465 | 290 | 110 | 270 | 278 | 259 | 298 | 2499 | 5271 |
| Red 2022 65.8/105 | 266 | 115 | 218 | 476 | 356 | 326 | 336 | 110 | 312 | 2515 | 313 | 141 | 429 | 239 | 93 | 228 | 237 | 222 | 284 | 2186 | 4701 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 6 |
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 2022 (5,794 yards, 72.5/120)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 5, 511 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White 2022 (5,271 yards, 69.4/114)
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 2022 (4,701 yards, 65.8/105)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (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 511 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 #2 handicap hole. At 495 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 American Lake Veterans Golf Course?
American Lake Veterans Golf Course has a course rating of 72.5 and slope of 120 from the back tees. From the Red 2022 tees, the rating is 65.8 with a slope of 105.
How long is American Lake Veterans Golf Course?
From the back tees, American Lake Veterans Golf Course plays 5,794 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at American Lake Veterans Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 511-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at American Lake Veterans Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue 2022 tees (5,794 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red 2022 tees (4,701 yards).
Is American Lake Veterans Golf Course public or private?
American Lake Veterans Golf Course is a public golf course in Lakewood, Washington. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near American Lake Veterans Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Meadow Park Golf Course (Tacoma), Lake Spanaway Golf Course (Tacoma), Allenmore Golf Course, Madrona Links Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for American Lake Veterans Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for American Lake Veterans 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 American Lake Veterans 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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