Saugahatchee Country Club
Course at a glance
Saugahatchee Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Opelika, Alabama (36804). The course was designed by Ward Northrup and opened in 1977. From the Black tees, Saugahatchee Country Club plays to 7,040 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,003 to 7,040 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 76% of rated golf courses in Alabama. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Saugahatchee Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Saugahatchee Country Club
Saugahatchee Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Opelika, Alabama (36804). The course was designed by Ward Northrup and established in 1977. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,040 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
Saugahatchee Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Alabama for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,003 to 7,040 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
7,040
Slope
137
Rating
73.7
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
131
AL Average
113
US Average
Based on 92 rated courses in Alabama
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 137 | 73.7 | 560 | 408 | 444 | 212 | 349 | 421 | 176 | 555 | 415 | 3540 | 550 | 393 | 430 | 186 | 378 | 537 | 172 | 420 | 434 | 3500 | 7,040 |
Blue | 134 | 71.8 | 535 | 390 | 408 | 202 | 330 | 400 | 165 | 530 | 385 | 3345 | 524 | 366 | 390 | 176 | 361 | 515 | 157 | 410 | 382 | 3281 | 6,626 |
White | 128 | 70.2 | 520 | 378 | 384 | 193 | 315 | 376 | 143 | 486 | 360 | 3155 | 498 | 351 | 356 | 165 | 338 | 493 | 140 | 391 | 356 | 3088 | 6,243 |
Old Pro Tees | 124 | 68.2 | 520 | 330 | 340 | 193 | 284 | 337 | 143 | 486 | 310 | 2943 | 498 | 316 | 321 | 165 | 299 | 493 | 140 | 357 | 313 | 2902 | 5,845 |
GoldWomen's | 129 | 72.1 | 475 | 330 | 340 | 157 | 284 | 337 | 120 | 470 | 310 | 2823 | 450 | 316 | 321 | 134 | 299 | 446 | 134 | 357 | 313 | 2770 | 5,593 |
GoldMen's | 116 | 67.6 | 475 | 330 | 340 | 157 | 284 | 337 | 120 | 470 | 310 | 2823 | 450 | 316 | 321 | 134 | 299 | 446 | 134 | 357 | 313 | 2770 | 5,593 |
Silver | 113 | 65.1 | 440 | 314 | 312 | 115 | 251 | 313 | 115 | 425 | 305 | 2590 | 385 | 280 | 296 | 118 | 279 | 426 | 130 | 325 | 292 | 2531 | 5,121 |
Red | 117 | 69.0 | 435 | 309 | 302 | 110 | 246 | 308 | 110 | 420 | 300 | 2540 | 380 | 275 | 291 | 113 | 274 | 421 | 102 | 315 | 282 | 2453 | 4,993 |
GreenWomen's | 104 | 63.3 | 377 | 252 | 255 | 109 | 197 | 238 | 63 | 345 | 246 | 2082 | 323 | 183 | 237 | 80 | 193 | 336 | 100 | 266 | 203 | 1921 | 4,003 |
GreenMen's | 103 | 60.9 | 377 | 252 | 255 | 109 | 197 | 238 | 63 | 345 | 246 | 2082 | 323 | 183 | 237 | 80 | 193 | 336 | 100 | 266 | 203 | 1921 | 4,003 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 7 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Saugahatchee Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,040 | 137 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,626 | 134 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,243 | 128 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
Old Pro Tees | 5,845 | 124 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,593 | 129 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,593 | 116 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,121 | 113 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,993 | 117 | 69.0 | 25+ |
Green | 4,003 | 104 | 63.3 | 25+ |
Green | 4,003 | 103 | 60.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Saugahatchee Country Club
Saugahatchee Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Saugahatchee Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saugahatchee Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Saugahatchee Country Club is a private golf course located in Opelika, AL. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Saugahatchee Country Club have?expand_more
Saugahatchee Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1977. The course was designed by Ward Northrup.
What is the yardage at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Saugahatchee Country Club plays to 6,243 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,003 to 7,040 yards.
What is the slope rating at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Saugahatchee Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Saugahatchee Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://saugahatcheecountryclub.com/ or call 334-749-4342 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Saugahatchee Country Club offer?expand_more
Saugahatchee Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Saugahatchee Country Club located?expand_more
Saugahatchee Country Club is located at 3800 Bent Creek Rd in Opelika, AL 36804. You can reach them at 334-749-4342.
What is the difficulty level at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
Saugahatchee Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 76% of golf courses in Alabama. The average slope rating in Alabama is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
Saugahatchee Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (7,040 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,003 yards, slope 103) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Saugahatchee Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,003 yards with a slope of 103. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 116, rating 67.6) at Saugahatchee Country Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Saugahatchee Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Saugahatchee Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.