Ptarmigan Country Club
About Ptarmigan Country Club
Ptarmigan Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Fort Collins, Colorado (80528). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and established in 1988. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,095 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.3.
Walking is permitted.
Ptarmigan Country 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,233 to 7,095 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
7,095
Slope
142
Rating
73.3
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 | 142 | 73.3 | 387 | 561 | 419 | 189 | 561 | 197 | 424 | 444 | 397 | 3579 | 461 | 194 | 381 | 373 | 500 | 205 | 593 | 426 | 383 | 3516 | 7,095 |
Gold | 139 | 71.9 | 387 | 561 | 383 | 163 | 561 | 179 | 424 | 359 | 397 | 3414 | 413 | 171 | 381 | 373 | 500 | 172 | 555 | 396 | 383 | 3344 | 6,758 |
Blue | 134 | 70.6 | 354 | 497 | 383 | 163 | 519 | 179 | 379 | 408 | 359 | 3241 | 413 | 171 | 365 | 354 | 480 | 172 | 555 | 396 | 344 | 3250 | 6,491 |
Blue-White | 125 | 69.0 | 354 | 497 | 342 | 125 | 519 | 137 | 327 | 372 | 359 | 3032 | 366 | 146 | 365 | 354 | 480 | 157 | 527 | 374 | 344 | 3113 | 6,145 |
White | 142 | 73.1 | 311 | 481 | 342 | 125 | 464 | 137 | 327 | 372 | 321 | 2880 | 366 | 146 | 350 | 337 | 441 | 157 | 527 | 374 | 314 | 3012 | 5,892 |
White | 118 | 68.1 | 311 | 481 | 342 | 125 | 464 | 137 | 327 | 372 | 321 | 2880 | 366 | 146 | 350 | 337 | 441 | 157 | 527 | 374 | 314 | 3012 | 5,892 |
Green | 131 | 69.8 | 280 | 438 | 292 | 120 | 434 | 131 | 290 | 336 | 291 | 2612 | 308 | 113 | 305 | 300 | 398 | 152 | 446 | 305 | 294 | 2621 | 5,233 |
Green | 107 | 65.3 | 280 | 438 | 292 | 120 | 434 | 131 | 290 | 336 | 291 | 2612 | 308 | 113 | 305 | 300 | 398 | 152 | 446 | 305 | 294 | 2621 | 5,233 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 14 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Ptarmigan Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,095 | 142 | 73.3 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,758 | 139 | 71.9 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,491 | 134 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Blue-White | 6,145 | 125 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,892 | 142 | 73.1 | 12-22 |
White | 5,892 | 118 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,233 | 131 | 69.8 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,233 | 107 | 65.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Ptarmigan Country Club
Ptarmigan Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Ptarmigan Country Club. 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 Ptarmigan Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Ptarmigan Country Club is a public golf course located in Fort Collins, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Ptarmigan Country Club have?expand_more
Ptarmigan Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1988. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What is the yardage at Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue-White tees, Ptarmigan Country Club plays to 6,145 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,233 to 7,095 yards.
What is the slope rating at Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Ptarmigan Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Ptarmigan Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Ptarmigan Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://ptarmigancc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Ptarmigan Country Club offer?expand_more
Ptarmigan Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Ptarmigan Country Club located?expand_more
Ptarmigan Country Club is located at 5416 Vardon Way in Fort Collins, CO 80528. You can reach them at 970-226-6600.
What is the difficulty level at Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
Ptarmigan Country 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 Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
Ptarmigan Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (7,095 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,233 yards, slope 107) 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 Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Ptarmigan Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,233 yards with a slope of 107. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 142, rating 73.1) at Ptarmigan Country Club would have a course handicap of 20 and an expected score of approximately 92. 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 Ptarmigan Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Ptarmigan 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.