Tiara Rado
Course at a glance
Tiara Rado is an 18-hole golf course in Grand Junction, Colorado (81507). The course was designed by Tom Kolacny and opened in 1972. From the Black tees, Tiara Rado plays to 6,432 yards at par 71. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,388 to 6,432 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.6, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 63% of rated golf courses in Colorado. 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Tiara Rado.
About Tiara Rado
Tiara Rado is a 18-hole golf course located in Grand Junction, Colorado (81507). The course was designed by Tom Kolacny and established in 1972. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,432 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.6.
Walking is permitted.
Tiara Rado offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 144, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,388 to 6,432 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
6,432
Slope
125
Rating
70.6
Replay Rate
Would you play here again?
One tap. Stymie totals these into a Replay Rate for Tiara Rado.
Course Difficulty Analysis
144
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 125 | 70.6 | 388 | 465 | 165 | 415 | 341 | 576 | 300 | 168 | 431 | 3249 | 440 | 464 | 165 | 574 | 108 | 316 | 413 | 401 | 302 | 3183 | 6,432 |
BlueWomen's | 144 | 73.9 | 354 | 455 | 156 | 384 | 325 | 542 | 295 | 152 | 432 | 3095 | 380 | 438 | 127 | 525 | 94 | 298 | 390 | 363 | 290 | 2905 | 6,000 |
BlueMen's | 123 | 68.0 | 354 | 455 | 156 | 384 | 325 | 542 | 295 | 152 | 432 | 3095 | 380 | 438 | 127 | 525 | 94 | 298 | 390 | 363 | 290 | 2905 | 6,000 |
WhiteWomen's | 133 | 71.5 | 318 | 429 | 148 | 362 | 308 | 511 | 283 | 135 | 340 | 2834 | 351 | 412 | 107 | 470 | 90 | 275 | 355 | 330 | 262 | 2652 | 5,486 |
WhiteMen's | 111 | 65.4 | 318 | 429 | 148 | 362 | 308 | 511 | 283 | 135 | 340 | 2834 | 351 | 412 | 107 | 470 | 90 | 275 | 355 | 330 | 262 | 2652 | 5,486 |
White/YellowWomen's | 123 | 67.7 | 318 | 380 | 148 | 306 | 308 | 430 | 283 | 135 | 315 | 2623 | 303 | 340 | 107 | 400 | 90 | 275 | 232 | 302 | 262 | 2311 | 4,934 |
White/YellowMen's | 106 | 62.9 | 318 | 380 | 148 | 306 | 308 | 430 | 283 | 135 | 315 | 2623 | 303 | 340 | 107 | 400 | 90 | 275 | 232 | 302 | 262 | 2311 | 4,934 |
YellowWomen's | 108 | 65.9 | 241 | 380 | 85 | 306 | 228 | 430 | 240 | 98 | 297 | 2305 | 303 | 314 | 88 | 400 | 65 | 221 | 232 | 269 | 191 | 2083 | 4,388 |
YellowMen's | 102 | 61.6 | 241 | 380 | 85 | 306 | 228 | 430 | 240 | 98 | 297 | 2305 | 303 | 314 | 88 | 400 | 65 | 221 | 232 | 269 | 191 | 2083 | 4,388 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Tiara Rado offers 9 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 | 6,432 | 125 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,000 | 144 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,000 | 123 | 68.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,486 | 133 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
White | 5,486 | 111 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
White/Yellow | 4,934 | 123 | 67.7 | 25+ |
White/Yellow | 4,934 | 106 | 62.9 | 25+ |
Yellow | 4,388 | 108 | 65.9 | 25+ |
Yellow | 4,388 | 102 | 61.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Tiara Rado
Tiara Rado 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 Tiara Rado. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tiara Rado a public or private golf course?expand_more
Tiara Rado is a public golf course located in Grand Junction, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Tiara Rado have?expand_more
Tiara Rado is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1972. The course was designed by Tom Kolacny.
What is the yardage at Tiara Rado?expand_more
From the White tees, Tiara Rado plays to 5,486 yards (par 71). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,388 to 6,432 yards.
What is the slope rating at Tiara Rado?expand_more
The Black tees at Tiara Rado have a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Tiara Rado?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Tiara Rado. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Tiara Rado?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 970-245-8085 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Tiara Rado offer?expand_more
Tiara Rado offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Tiara Rado located?expand_more
Tiara Rado is located at 2057 South Broadway in Grand Junction, CO 81507. You can reach them at 970-245-8085.
What is the difficulty level at Tiara Rado?expand_more
Tiara Rado is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 144. It plays harder than 63% 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 Tiara Rado?expand_more
Tiara Rado offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,432 yards, slope 125) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Yellow tees (4,388 yards, slope 102) 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 Tiara Rado?expand_more
Beginners at Tiara Rado should play the Yellow tees, which play 4,388 yards with a slope of 102. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Tiara Rado?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 111, rating 65.4) at Tiara Rado 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 Tiara Rado?expand_more
A typical round at Tiara Rado 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.