Cattails Golf Club
About Cattails Golf Club
Cattails Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Alamosa, Colorado (81101). The course was designed by Dick Phelps and established in 1992. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,434 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 71.3.
Walking is permitted.
Cattails Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 142, putting it in the upper half of courses in Colorado for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,980 to 6,434 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
71
Length
6,434
Slope
135
Rating
71.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
139
CO Average
113
US Average
Based on 183 rated courses in Colorado
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 | 135 | 71.3 | 348 | 359 | 496 | 168 | 575 | 208 | 388 | 388 | 210 | 3140 | 546 | 428 | 384 | 179 | 395 | 151 | 515 | 390 | 306 | 3294 | 6,434 |
Blue | 142 | 74.3 | 333 | 312 | 481 | 162 | 535 | 193 | 369 | 376 | 176 | 2937 | 484 | 396 | 360 | 141 | 364 | 142 | 486 | 358 | 270 | 3001 | 5,938 |
Blue | 123 | 68.9 | 333 | 312 | 481 | 162 | 535 | 193 | 369 | 376 | 176 | 2937 | 484 | 396 | 360 | 141 | 364 | 142 | 486 | 358 | 270 | 3001 | 5,938 |
ASU Combo | 139 | 73.4 | 333 | 312 | 481 | 162 | 456 | 172 | 388 | 376 | 176 | 2856 | 484 | 363 | 360 | 141 | 364 | 142 | 486 | 358 | 270 | 2968 | 5,824 |
Green | 132 | 71.9 | 311 | 269 | 467 | 155 | 520 | 172 | 356 | 324 | 139 | 2713 | 466 | 363 | 336 | 125 | 341 | 127 | 465 | 316 | 251 | 2790 | 5,503 |
Green | 117 | 66.5 | 311 | 269 | 467 | 155 | 520 | 172 | 356 | 324 | 139 | 2713 | 466 | 363 | 336 | 125 | 341 | 127 | 465 | 316 | 251 | 2790 | 5,503 |
Red | 119 | 69.7 | 302 | 241 | 424 | 149 | 456 | 99 | 335 | 302 | 118 | 2426 | 448 | 338 | 300 | 109 | 318 | 112 | 439 | 308 | 232 | 2604 | 5,030 |
Red | 109 | 64.0 | 302 | 241 | 424 | 149 | 456 | 99 | 335 | 302 | 118 | 2426 | 448 | 338 | 300 | 109 | 318 | 112 | 439 | 308 | 232 | 2604 | 5,030 |
Orange | 102 | 60.6 | 210 | 180 | 370 | 117 | 357 | 100 | 388 | 212 | 118 | 2052 | 350 | 240 | 245 | 104 | 268 | 82 | 272 | 240 | 180 | 1981 | 4,033 |
Orange | 108 | 63.0 | 210 | 180 | 370 | 117 | 357 | 100 | 335 | 212 | 118 | 1999 | 350 | 240 | 245 | 104 | 268 | 82 | 272 | 240 | 180 | 1981 | 3,980 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cattails Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,434 | 135 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,938 | 142 | 74.3 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,938 | 123 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
ASU Combo | 5,824 | 139 | 73.4 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,503 | 132 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,503 | 117 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,030 | 119 | 69.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,030 | 109 | 64.0 | 20-30 |
Orange | 4,033 | 102 | 60.6 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,980 | 108 | 63.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Cattails Golf Club
Cattails Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Cattails Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cattails Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Cattails Golf Club is a public golf course located in Alamosa, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cattails Golf Club have?expand_more
Cattails Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1992. The course was designed by Dick Phelps.
What is the yardage at Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
From the Black tees, Cattails Golf Club plays to 6,434 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,980 to 6,434 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Cattails Golf Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 71.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Cattails Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Cattails Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Cattails Golf Club offer?expand_more
Cattails Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Cattails Golf Club located?expand_more
Cattails Golf Club is located at 6615 N River Rd in Alamosa, CO 81101. You can reach them at 719-589-9515.
What is the difficulty level at Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
Cattails Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 60% of golf courses in Colorado. The average slope rating in Colorado is 139. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
Cattails Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,434 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Orange tees (3,980 yards, slope 108) 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 Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Cattails Golf Club should play the Orange tees, which play 3,980 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Green tees (slope 117, rating 66.5) at Cattails Golf Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 82. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Cattails Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Cattails 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.