Degray State Park Golf Course
Course at a glance
Degray State Park Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Bismarck, Arkansas (71929). The course was designed by Leon Howard and opened in 1976. From the Blue tees, Degray State Park Golf Course plays to 6,935 yards at par 72. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,178 to 6,935 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 55% of rated golf courses in Arkansas. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 1-10 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Degray State Park Golf Course.
About Degray State Park Golf Course
Degray State Park Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Bismarck, Arkansas (71929). The course was designed by Leon Howard and established in 1976. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,935 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
Degray State Park Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, putting it in the upper half of courses in Arkansas for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,178 to 6,935 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
6,935
Slope
134
Rating
73.0
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
130
AR Average
113
US Average
Based on 94 rated courses in Arkansas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 134 | 73.0 | 377 | 398 | 551 | 387 | 195 | 400 | 558 | 201 | 410 | 3477 | 400 | 537 | 387 | 185 | 415 | 369 | 186 | 410 | 569 | 3458 | 6,935 |
White | 128 | 70.7 | 354 | 364 | 510 | 357 | 162 | 371 | 537 | 160 | 389 | 3204 | 365 | 490 | 363 | 170 | 402 | 339 | 163 | 388 | 533 | 3213 | 6,417 |
Gold | 126 | 69.4 | 339 | 355 | 490 | 343 | 144 | 350 | 500 | 152 | 380 | 3053 | 345 | 480 | 352 | 153 | 392 | 330 | 147 | 375 | 509 | 3083 | 6,136 |
Women - Back | 124 | 73.9 | 339 | 340 | 436 | 340 | 144 | 348 | 431 | 152 | 349 | 2879 | 345 | 468 | 352 | 137 | 364 | 319 | 135 | 373 | 469 | 2962 | 5,841 |
Women's Middle | 116 | 71.2 | 313 | 200 | 436 | 340 | 141 | 264 | 431 | 148 | 329 | 2602 | 332 | 468 | 308 | 127 | 244 | 279 | 135 | 333 | 469 | 2695 | 5,297 |
Women's Forward | 115 | 69.3 | 313 | 200 | 436 | 340 | 141 | 264 | 431 | 115 | 285 | 2525 | 332 | 416 | 308 | 127 | 236 | 267 | 135 | 363 | 469 | 2653 | 5,178 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 4 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Degray State Park Golf Course offers 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,935 | 134 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
White | 6,417 | 128 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,136 | 126 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Women - Back | 5,841 | 124 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
Women's Middle | 5,297 | 116 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Women's Forward | 5,178 | 115 | 69.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Degray State Park Golf Course
Degray State Park Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Degray State Park Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Degray State Park Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Degray State Park Golf Course is a public golf course located in Bismarck, AR. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Degray State Park Golf Course have?expand_more
Degray State Park Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1976. The course was designed by Leon Howard.
What is the yardage at Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Degray State Park Golf Course plays to 6,417 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,178 to 6,935 yards.
What is the slope rating at Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Degray State Park Golf Course have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Degray State Park Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 501-865-2807 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Degray State Park Golf Course offer?expand_more
Degray State Park Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Degray State Park Golf Course located?expand_more
Degray State Park Golf Course is located at Rural Route 3 in Bismarck, AR 71929. You can reach them at 501-865-2807.
What is the difficulty level at Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
Degray State Park Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 55% of golf courses in Arkansas. The average slope rating in Arkansas is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
Degray State Park Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,935 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Women's Forward tees (5,178 yards, slope 115) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Degray State Park Golf Course should play the Women's Forward tees, which play 5,178 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Women - Back tees (slope 124, rating 73.9) at Degray State Park Golf Course would have a course handicap of 18 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Degray State Park Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Degray State Park Golf Course 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.