Murphy Creek Golf Course
About Murphy Creek Golf Course
Murphy Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Aurora, Colorado (80018). The course was designed by Ken Kavanaugh and established in 1999. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,494 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 74.7.
Walking is permitted.
Murphy Creek Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 140, 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 11 tee sets ranging from 5,321 to 7,494 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
7,494
Slope
140
Rating
74.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
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 | 140 | 74.7 | 373 | 493 | 639 | 453 | 204 | 560 | 413 | 209 | 348 | 3692 | 406 | 208 | 468 | 527 | 422 | 601 | 455 | 247 | 468 | 3802 | 7,494 |
Black/Blue | 134 | 72.7 | 373 | 466 | 577 | 410 | 145 | 560 | 413 | 187 | 348 | 3479 | 406 | 193 | 468 | 527 | 422 | 567 | 412 | 228 | 440 | 3663 | 7,142 |
Blue | 130 | 71.5 | 363 | 466 | 577 | 410 | 145 | 512 | 371 | 187 | 312 | 3343 | 368 | 193 | 433 | 518 | 391 | 567 | 412 | 228 | 440 | 3550 | 6,893 |
Blue/White | 129 | 70.6 | 341 | 427 | 548 | 410 | 152 | 512 | 371 | 185 | 312 | 3258 | 368 | 193 | 433 | 518 | 391 | 558 | 380 | 198 | 416 | 3455 | 6,713 |
White | 136 | 75.8 | 341 | 427 | 548 | 380 | 152 | 499 | 360 | 185 | 299 | 3191 | 334 | 188 | 359 | 498 | 336 | 558 | 380 | 198 | 416 | 3267 | 6,458 |
White | 126 | 69.4 | 341 | 427 | 548 | 380 | 152 | 499 | 360 | 185 | 299 | 3191 | 334 | 188 | 359 | 498 | 336 | 558 | 380 | 198 | 416 | 3267 | 6,458 |
White/Gold | 134 | 74.8 | 341 | 386 | 548 | 315 | 125 | 499 | 360 | 174 | 299 | 3047 | 334 | 158 | 359 | 498 | 336 | 557 | 380 | 185 | 416 | 3223 | 6,270 |
White/Gold | 119 | 68.1 | 287 | 386 | 507 | 315 | 125 | 499 | 360 | 174 | 299 | 2952 | 334 | 158 | 359 | 482 | 336 | 558 | 380 | 185 | 416 | 3208 | 6,160 |
Gold | 130 | 72.9 | 287 | 386 | 507 | 318 | 125 | 436 | 329 | 174 | 292 | 2854 | 326 | 158 | 359 | 498 | 311 | 521 | 373 | 185 | 355 | 3086 | 5,940 |
Gold | 116 | 67.1 | 287 | 386 | 507 | 315 | 125 | 436 | 329 | 174 | 292 | 2851 | 326 | 158 | 345 | 482 | 311 | 521 | 373 | 185 | 355 | 3056 | 5,907 |
Red | 126 | 69.3 | 259 | 356 | 440 | 296 | 91 | 429 | 298 | 131 | 268 | 2568 | 303 | 105 | 345 | 418 | 277 | 493 | 324 | 138 | 350 | 2753 | 5,321 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Murphy Creek Golf Course offers 11 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,494 | 140 | 74.7 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 7,142 | 134 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,893 | 130 | 71.5 | 0-5 |
Blue/White | 6,713 | 129 | 70.6 | 0-5 |
White | 6,458 | 136 | 75.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,458 | 126 | 69.4 | 5-15 |
White/Gold | 6,270 | 134 | 74.8 | 5-15 |
White/Gold | 6,160 | 119 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,940 | 130 | 72.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,907 | 116 | 67.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,321 | 126 | 69.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Murphy Creek Golf Course
Murphy Creek Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Murphy Creek Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Murphy Creek Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Murphy Creek Golf Course is a public golf course located in Aurora, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Murphy Creek Golf Course have?expand_more
Murphy Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1999. The course was designed by Ken Kavanaugh.
What is the yardage at Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Murphy Creek Golf Course plays to 6,713 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,321 to 7,494 yards.
What is the slope rating at Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Murphy Creek Golf Course have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 74.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Murphy Creek Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Murphy Creek Golf Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.auroragov.org/ThingsToDo/Golf/GolfCourses/MurphyCreek/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Murphy Creek Golf Course offer?expand_more
Murphy Creek Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Murphy Creek Golf Course located?expand_more
Murphy Creek Golf Course is located at 1700 S Old Tom Morris Rd in Aurora, CO 80018. You can reach them at 303-361-7300.
What is the difficulty level at Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Murphy Creek Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 51% 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 Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Murphy Creek Golf Course offers 11 tee sets. Black tees (7,494 yards, slope 140) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,321 yards, slope 126) 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 Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Murphy Creek Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,321 yards with a slope of 126. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 126, rating 69.4) at Murphy Creek Golf Course would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Murphy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Murphy Creek 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.