Lake Spanaway Golf Course Tacoma, Washington
Lake Spanaway Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Tacoma, Washington, playing 7,083 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.2 and slope of 136.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,083 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.2 / 136 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Tacoma, Washington, USA |
| Coordinates | 47.1171, -122.4403 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,083 | 72 | 74.2 | 136 |
| Green | 6,601 | 72 | 72 | 123 |
| Green/White | 6,434 | 72 | 71 | 121 |
| White | 6,278 | 72 | 76 | 129 |
| White/Gold | 5,891 | 72 | 73.9 | 125 |
| Gold | 5,604 | 72 | 72.3 | 121 |
| White | 6,278 | 72 | 76 | 129 |
| White/Gold | 5,891 | 72 | 73.9 | 125 |
| Gold | 5,604 | 72 | 72.3 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.2/136 | 422 | 458 | 195 | 423 | 501 | 195 | 399 | 463 | 525 | 3581 | 458 | 419 | 444 | 524 | 157 | 471 | 428 | 190 | 411 | 3502 | 7083 |
| Green 72/123 | 402 | 425 | 170 | 378 | 492 | 173 | 377 | 382 | 519 | 3318 | 452 | 406 | 397 | 500 | 143 | 422 | 413 | 174 | 376 | 3283 | 6601 |
| Green/White 71/121 | 382 | 407 | 170 | 378 | 476 | 164 | 377 | 363 | 519 | 3236 | 452 | 396 | 382 | 500 | 131 | 397 | 390 | 174 | 376 | 3198 | 6434 |
| White 76/129 | 382 | 407 | 144 | 358 | 476 | 164 | 359 | 363 | 502 | 3155 | 425 | 396 | 382 | 484 | 131 | 397 | 390 | 161 | 357 | 3123 | 6278 |
| White/Gold 73.9/125 | 382 | 358 | 144 | 358 | 476 | 118 | 359 | 300 | 468 | 2963 | 425 | 336 | 347 | 484 | 131 | 358 | 329 | 161 | 357 | 2928 | 5891 |
| Gold 72.3/121 | 318 | 358 | 125 | 299 | 451 | 118 | 339 | 300 | 468 | 2776 | 406 | 336 | 347 | 454 | 110 | 358 | 329 | 148 | 340 | 2828 | 5604 |
| White 76/129 | 382 | 407 | 144 | 358 | 476 | 164 | 359 | 363 | 502 | 3155 | 425 | 396 | 382 | 484 | 131 | 397 | 390 | 161 | 357 | 3123 | 6278 |
| White/Gold 73.9/125 | 382 | 358 | 144 | 358 | 476 | 118 | 359 | 300 | 468 | 2963 | 425 | 336 | 347 | 484 | 131 | 358 | 329 | 161 | 357 | 2928 | 5891 |
| Gold 72.3/121 | 318 | 358 | 125 | 299 | 451 | 118 | 339 | 300 | 468 | 2776 | 406 | 336 | 347 | 454 | 110 | 358 | 329 | 148 | 340 | 2828 | 5604 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 14 |
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 (7,083 yards, 74.2/136)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 2 (par 4, 458 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,278 yards, 76/129)
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+: Gold (5,604 yards, 72.3/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (110 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 458 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 157 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 525 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. A 444-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Lake Spanaway Golf Course?
Lake Spanaway Golf Course has a course rating of 74.2 and slope of 136 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 72.3 with a slope of 121.
How long is Lake Spanaway Golf Course?
From the back tees, Lake Spanaway Golf Course plays 7,083 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Lake Spanaway Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 458-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Lake Spanaway Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,083 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (5,604 yards).
Is Lake Spanaway Golf Course public or private?
Lake Spanaway Golf Course is a public golf course in Tacoma, Washington. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Lake Spanaway Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Lakewood), Classic Golf Club, Meadow Park Golf Course (Tacoma), American Lake Veterans Golf Course (Lakewood).
Is there a yardage book for Lake Spanaway Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Lake Spanaway 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 Lake Spanaway 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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