Hardscrabble Country Club
Logo: A large near-black Old English blackletter capital H, its left and right strokes curling into looping ball-terminal tails, above the founding year 1926 in plain black numerals.
Course at a glance
Hardscrabble Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Fort Smith, Arkansas (72903). The course was designed by Herman Hackbarth and opened in 1926. From the Black tees, Hardscrabble Country Club plays to 6,766 yards at par 70. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 3,737 to 6,766 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 74.4, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 96% of rated golf courses in Arkansas. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 61-70 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Hardscrabble Country Club.
About Hardscrabble Country Club
Hardscrabble Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Fort Smith, Arkansas (72903). The course was designed by Herman Hackbarth and established in 1926. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,766 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 74.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, Hardscrabble Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Arkansas, playing harder than 96% 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 10 tee sets ranging from 3,737 to 6,766 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
70
Length
6,766
Slope
145
Rating
74.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
147
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 145 | 74.4 | 371 | 193 | 590 | 183 | 428 | 530 | 443 | 181 | 454 | 3373 | 431 | 515 | 376 | 368 | 434 | 175 | 453 | 204 | 437 | 3393 | 6,766 |
Blue | 136 | 72.8 | 364 | 161 | 496 | 179 | 407 | 514 | 432 | 165 | 439 | 3157 | 410 | 499 | 368 | 363 | 434 | 171 | 415 | 180 | 412 | 3252 | 6,409 |
Blue/White Combo | 135 | 72.0 | 364 | 161 | 496 | 179 | 385 | 514 | 403 | 165 | 397 | 3064 | 392 | 499 | 368 | 363 | 400 | 171 | 415 | 180 | 390 | 3178 | 6,242 |
WhiteWomen's | 147 | 77.0 | 343 | 148 | 491 | 161 | 385 | 477 | 403 | 141 | 397 | 2946 | 392 | 460 | 340 | 334 | 400 | 137 | 399 | 164 | 390 | 3016 | 5,962 |
WhiteMen's | 130 | 70.7 | 343 | 148 | 491 | 161 | 385 | 477 | 403 | 141 | 397 | 2946 | 392 | 460 | 340 | 334 | 400 | 137 | 399 | 164 | 390 | 3016 | 5,962 |
White/Gold Combo | 129 | 69.2 | 343 | 148 | 491 | 161 | 328 | 477 | 374 | 141 | 363 | 2826 | 375 | 460 | 340 | 334 | 350 | 137 | 399 | 164 | 360 | 2919 | 5,745 |
GoldWomen's | 130 | 72.9 | 333 | 128 | 423 | 149 | 328 | 465 | 374 | 128 | 363 | 2691 | 375 | 446 | 327 | 309 | 350 | 127 | 354 | 133 | 360 | 2781 | 5,472 |
GoldMen's | 127 | 67.3 | 333 | 128 | 423 | 149 | 328 | 465 | 374 | 128 | 363 | 2691 | 375 | 446 | 327 | 309 | 350 | 127 | 354 | 133 | 360 | 2781 | 5,472 |
Red | 126 | 70.0 | 328 | 119 | 365 | 145 | 321 | 416 | 370 | 112 | 221 | 2397 | 365 | 378 | 322 | 300 | 330 | 110 | 348 | 133 | 248 | 2534 | 4,931 |
Green | 111 | 62.7 | 250 | 67 | 289 | 87 | 233 | 355 | 274 | 80 | 217 | 1852 | 248 | 299 | 231 | 216 | 246 | 105 | 256 | 77 | 207 | 1885 | 3,737 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Hardscrabble 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 | 6,766 | 145 | 74.4 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,409 | 136 | 72.8 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Combo | 6,242 | 135 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
White | 5,962 | 147 | 77.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,962 | 130 | 70.7 | 12-22 |
White/Gold Combo | 5,745 | 129 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,472 | 130 | 72.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,472 | 127 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,931 | 126 | 70.0 | 25+ |
Green | 3,737 | 111 | 62.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Hardscrabble Country Club
Hardscrabble Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Hardscrabble Country 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 Hardscrabble Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Hardscrabble Country Club is a public golf course located in Fort Smith, AR. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Hardscrabble Country Club have?expand_more
Hardscrabble Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1926. The course was designed by Herman Hackbarth.
What is the yardage at Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Hardscrabble Country Club plays to 6,242 yards (par 70). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,737 to 6,766 yards.
What is the slope rating at Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Hardscrabble Country Club have a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 74.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Hardscrabble Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://hardscrabblecc.com/ or call 501-782-7211 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Hardscrabble Country Club offer?expand_more
Hardscrabble Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Hardscrabble Country Club located?expand_more
Hardscrabble Country Club is located at 5211 S Cliff Dr in Fort Smith, AR 72903. You can reach them at 501-782-7211.
What is the difficulty level at Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
Hardscrabble Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 96% 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 Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
Hardscrabble Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,766 yards, slope 145) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (3,737 yards, slope 111) 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 Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Hardscrabble Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 3,737 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Gold Combo tees (slope 129, rating 69.2) at Hardscrabble Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Hardscrabble Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Hardscrabble Country 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.