Forest Highlands Golf Club
Logo: The words Forest and Highlands stacked in dark green serif letters above a brown pinecone with long dark green pine needles.
Course at a glance
Forest Highlands Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Flagstaff, Arizona (86005). From the Tips tees, Forest Highlands Golf Club plays to 7,061 yards at par 71. The course offers 16 sets of tees ranging from 4,091 to 7,061 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 73.0, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 98% of rated golf courses in Arizona. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Forest Highlands Golf Club.
About Forest Highlands Golf Club
Forest Highlands Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Flagstaff, Arizona (86005).. From the Tips tees, the course plays to 7,061 yards with a par of 71. The Tips tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 151, Forest Highlands Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Arizona, playing harder than 98% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 4,091 to 7,061 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.
Arizona offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
71
Length
7,061
Slope
144
Rating
73.0
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
151
This Course
130
AZ Average
113
US Average
Based on 230 rated courses in Arizona
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tips | 144 | 73.0 | 379 | 339 | 599 | 189 | 521 | 224 | 478 | 194 | 468 | 3391 | 208 | 470 | 234 | 544 | 167 | 638 | 418 | 390 | 601 | 3670 | 7,061 |
Green | 143 | 72.7 | 375 | 337 | 596 | 182 | 517 | 221 | 476 | 192 | 466 | 3362 | 205 | 467 | 231 | 542 | 165 | 636 | 415 | 387 | 597 | 3645 | 7,007 |
Brown | 139 | 71.1 | 357 | 320 | 579 | 172 | 506 | 205 | 428 | 184 | 449 | 3200 | 194 | 418 | 212 | 489 | 159 | 593 | 408 | 379 | 572 | 3424 | 6,624 |
Brown/White | 135 | 70.4 | 357 | 302 | 566 | 172 | 506 | 205 | 421 | 167 | 422 | 3118 | 172 | 388 | 212 | 460 | 159 | 533 | 408 | 366 | 572 | 3270 | 6,388 |
WhiteWomen's | 151 | 76.2 | 342 | 302 | 566 | 162 | 497 | 172 | 421 | 167 | 422 | 3051 | 172 | 388 | 209 | 489 | 130 | 533 | 401 | 379 | 525 | 3226 | 6,277 |
WhiteMen's | 131 | 69.9 | 342 | 302 | 566 | 172 | 506 | 172 | 421 | 167 | 422 | 3070 | 172 | 388 | 201 | 460 | 130 | 533 | 401 | 366 | 525 | 3176 | 6,246 |
White/GoldWomen's | 147 | 74.4 | 342 | 302 | 538 | 162 | 497 | 172 | 365 | 167 | 385 | 2930 | 172 | 388 | 168 | 438 | 130 | 526 | 340 | 379 | 476 | 3017 | 5,947 |
White/GoldMen's | 128 | 67.9 | 342 | 302 | 538 | 172 | 506 | 172 | 365 | 167 | 385 | 2949 | 172 | 327 | 168 | 438 | 130 | 533 | 340 | 295 | 476 | 2879 | 5,828 |
GoldWomen's | 141 | 73.3 | 327 | 302 | 538 | 123 | 479 | 157 | 365 | 163 | 385 | 2839 | 172 | 327 | 168 | 438 | 122 | 526 | 340 | 295 | 476 | 2864 | 5,703 |
GoldMen's | 124 | 67.1 | 327 | 302 | 538 | 123 | 479 | 157 | 365 | 163 | 385 | 2839 | 172 | 327 | 168 | 438 | 122 | 483 | 340 | 295 | 476 | 2821 | 5,660 |
Mixed (red/gold) | 139 | 71.1 | 327 | 302 | 433 | 123 | 439 | 157 | 328 | 163 | 385 | 2657 | 151 | 327 | 152 | 391 | 122 | 436 | 330 | 295 | 476 | 2680 | 5,337 |
Red/Gold | 119 | 65.8 | 327 | 302 | 433 | 123 | 439 | 157 | 328 | 163 | 385 | 2657 | 151 | 327 | 152 | 391 | 122 | 436 | 330 | 295 | 476 | 2680 | 5,337 |
Red | 134 | 69.1 | 322 | 259 | 433 | 95 | 439 | 129 | 328 | 143 | 324 | 2472 | 151 | 297 | 152 | 391 | 107 | 436 | 330 | 276 | 391 | 2531 | 5,003 |
Red | 114 | 64.8 | 322 | 259 | 433 | 95 | 439 | 129 | 328 | 143 | 324 | 2472 | 151 | 297 | 152 | 391 | 107 | 436 | 330 | 276 | 391 | 2531 | 5,003 |
BlackMen's | 111 | 61.0 | 248 | 259 | 300 | 70 | 350 | 125 | 245 | 148 | 265 | 2010 | 120 | 239 | 152 | 300 | 107 | 340 | 252 | 276 | 300 | 2086 | 4,096 |
BlackWomen's | 125 | 63.9 | 248 | 259 | 300 | 70 | 350 | 125 | 245 | 143 | 265 | 2005 | 120 | 239 | 152 | 300 | 107 | 340 | 252 | 276 | 300 | 2086 | 4,091 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Forest Highlands Golf Club offers 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tips | 7,061 | 144 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Green | 7,007 | 143 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Brown | 6,624 | 139 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Brown/White | 6,388 | 135 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,277 | 151 | 76.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,246 | 131 | 69.9 | 5-15 |
White/Gold | 5,947 | 147 | 74.4 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,828 | 128 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,703 | 141 | 73.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,660 | 124 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Mixed (red/gold) | 5,337 | 139 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Red/Gold | 5,337 | 119 | 65.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,003 | 134 | 69.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,003 | 114 | 64.8 | 20-30 |
Black | 4,096 | 111 | 61.0 | 25+ |
Black | 4,091 | 125 | 63.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Forest Highlands Golf Club
Forest Highlands Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Forest Highlands Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest Highlands Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Forest Highlands Golf Club is a public golf course located in Flagstaff, AZ. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Forest Highlands Golf Club have?expand_more
Forest Highlands Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
From the Brown/White tees, Forest Highlands Golf Club plays to 6,388 yards (par 71). The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 4,091 to 7,061 yards.
What is the slope rating at Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
The Tips tees at Forest Highlands Golf Club have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Forest Highlands Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.fhgc.com/recreation/golf/ or call +1-928-525-5200 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Forest Highlands Golf Club offer?expand_more
Forest Highlands Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Forest Highlands Golf Club located?expand_more
Forest Highlands Golf Club is located at 2425 William Palmer in Flagstaff, AZ 86005. You can reach them at +1-928-525-5200.
What is the difficulty level at Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
Forest Highlands Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 151. It plays harder than 98% of golf courses in Arizona. The average slope rating in Arizona is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
Forest Highlands Golf Club offers 16 tee sets. Tips tees (7,061 yards, slope 144) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Black tees (4,091 yards, slope 125) 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 Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Forest Highlands Golf Club should play the Black tees, which play 4,091 yards with a slope of 125. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 141, rating 73.3) at Forest Highlands Golf Club would have a course handicap of 21 and an expected score of approximately 92. 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 Forest Highlands Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Forest Highlands Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.