Estes Park Golf Course
Course at a glance
Estes Park Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Estes Park, Colorado (80517). The course was designed by Henry Hughes and opened in 1954. From the Blue tees, Estes Park Golf Course plays to 6,319 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 3,658 to 6,319 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.4, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 71% of rated golf courses in Colorado. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Estes Park Golf Course.
About Estes Park Golf Course
Estes Park Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Estes Park, Colorado (80517). The course was designed by Henry Hughes and established in 1954. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,319 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.4.
Walking is permitted.
Estes Park Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 147, 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 12 tee sets ranging from 3,658 to 6,319 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
6,319
Slope
147
Rating
75.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
147
This Course
139
CO Average
113
US Average
Based on 179 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlueWomen's | 147 | 75.4 | 440 | 143 | 406 | 428 | 398 | 540 | 168 | 341 | 483 | 3347 | 173 | 328 | 354 | 333 | 267 | 189 | 354 | 544 | 430 | 2972 | 6,319 |
BlueMen's | 126 | 69.3 | 440 | 143 | 406 | 428 | 398 | 540 | 168 | 341 | 483 | 3347 | 173 | 328 | 354 | 333 | 267 | 189 | 354 | 544 | 430 | 2972 | 6,319 |
Blue/WhiteMen's | 121 | 68.4 | 440 | 136 | 406 | 428 | 359 | 484 | 158 | 341 | 460 | 3212 | 173 | 308 | 354 | 333 | 249 | 189 | 341 | 544 | 401 | 2892 | 6,104 |
Blue/WhiteWomen's | 144 | 74.2 | 440 | 131 | 406 | 428 | 359 | 484 | 158 | 341 | 460 | 3207 | 173 | 308 | 354 | 333 | 249 | 189 | 341 | 544 | 401 | 2892 | 6,099 |
WhiteMen's | 117 | 67.3 | 431 | 136 | 370 | 413 | 359 | 484 | 158 | 331 | 460 | 3142 | 159 | 308 | 296 | 311 | 249 | 163 | 341 | 495 | 401 | 2723 | 5,865 |
WhiteWomen's | 141 | 72.9 | 431 | 131 | 370 | 413 | 359 | 484 | 158 | 331 | 460 | 3137 | 159 | 308 | 296 | 311 | 249 | 163 | 341 | 495 | 401 | 2723 | 5,860 |
White/RedMen's | 110 | 65.7 | 374 | 136 | 335 | 413 | 305 | 445 | 127 | 331 | 460 | 2926 | 159 | 308 | 250 | 311 | 232 | 127 | 341 | 468 | 401 | 2597 | 5,523 |
White/RedWomen's | 134 | 70.9 | 374 | 131 | 335 | 413 | 305 | 445 | 127 | 331 | 460 | 2921 | 159 | 308 | 250 | 311 | 232 | 127 | 341 | 468 | 401 | 2597 | 5,518 |
Red | 128 | 69.1 | 374 | 130 | 335 | 381 | 305 | 445 | 127 | 272 | 412 | 2781 | 144 | 230 | 250 | 255 | 232 | 127 | 332 | 468 | 388 | 2426 | 5,207 |
Red | 107 | 64.5 | 374 | 130 | 335 | 381 | 305 | 445 | 127 | 272 | 412 | 2781 | 144 | 230 | 250 | 255 | 232 | 127 | 332 | 468 | 388 | 2426 | 5,207 |
YellowWomen's | 97 | 60.8 | 242 | 125 | 208 | 240 | 223 | 289 | 118 | 208 | 285 | 1938 | 82 | 147 | 225 | 244 | 187 | 85 | 204 | 270 | 276 | 1720 | 3,658 |
YellowMen's | 96 | 59.6 | 242 | 125 | 208 | 240 | 223 | 289 | 118 | 208 | 285 | 1938 | 82 | 147 | 225 | 244 | 187 | 85 | 204 | 270 | 276 | 1720 | 3,658 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Estes Park Golf Course offers 12 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 | 6,319 | 147 | 75.4 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,319 | 126 | 69.3 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,104 | 121 | 68.4 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 6,099 | 144 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,865 | 117 | 67.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,860 | 141 | 72.9 | 12-22 |
White/Red | 5,523 | 110 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
White/Red | 5,518 | 134 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,207 | 128 | 69.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,207 | 107 | 64.5 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 3,658 | 97 | 60.8 | 25+ |
Yellow | 3,658 | 96 | 59.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Estes Park Golf Course
Estes 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 Estes Park Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Estes Park Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Estes Park Golf Course is a public golf course located in Estes Park, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Estes Park Golf Course have?expand_more
Estes Park Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1954. The course was designed by Henry Hughes.
What is the yardage at Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Estes Park Golf Course plays to 6,104 yards (par 71). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,658 to 6,319 yards.
What is the slope rating at Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Estes Park Golf Course have a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 75.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Estes Park Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 970-586-8146 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Estes Park Golf Course offer?expand_more
Estes Park Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Estes Park Golf Course located?expand_more
Estes Park Golf Course is located at 1080 S Saint Vraine Ave in Estes Park, CO 80517. You can reach them at 970-586-8146.
What is the difficulty level at Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
Estes Park Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 71% 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 Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
Estes Park Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Blue tees (6,319 yards, slope 147) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Yellow tees (3,658 yards, slope 96) 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 Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Estes Park Golf Course should play the Yellow tees, which play 3,658 yards with a slope of 96. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Red tees (slope 110, rating 65.7) at Estes Park Golf Course would have a course handicap of 9 and an expected score of approximately 80. 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 Estes Park Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Estes 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.