Shining Mountain Golf Club
Course at a glance
Shining Mountain Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Woodland Park, Colorado (80863). The course was designed by John Harbottle and opened in 1995. From the Black tees, Shining Mountain Golf Club plays to 6,465 yards at par 70. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 4,750 to 6,465 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 70.6, 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Shining Mountain Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Shining Mountain Golf Club
Shining Mountain Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Woodland Park, Colorado (80863). The course was designed by John Harbottle and established in 1995. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,465 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 70.6.
Walking is permitted.
Shining Mountain Golf Club 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 6 tee sets ranging from 4,750 to 6,465 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
70
Length
6,465
Slope
140
Rating
70.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 140 | 70.6 | 429 | 529 | 317 | 192 | 427 | 194 | 383 | 413 | 174 | 3058 | 360 | 503 | 208 | 406 | 348 | 584 | 417 | 178 | 403 | 3407 | 6,465 |
Blue | 133 | 69.8 | 412 | 505 | 287 | 189 | 396 | 189 | 372 | 386 | 168 | 2904 | 344 | 491 | 194 | 398 | 340 | 574 | 413 | 167 | 389 | 3310 | 6,214 |
WhiteWomen's | 147 | 73.1 | 403 | 475 | 246 | 172 | 365 | 174 | 361 | 377 | 139 | 2712 | 327 | 478 | 180 | 377 | 309 | 516 | 381 | 146 | 383 | 3097 | 5,809 |
WhiteMen's | 129 | 68.2 | 403 | 475 | 246 | 172 | 365 | 174 | 361 | 377 | 139 | 2712 | 327 | 478 | 180 | 377 | 309 | 516 | 381 | 146 | 383 | 3097 | 5,809 |
GoldWomen's | 134 | 67.0 | 370 | 377 | 204 | 133 | 335 | 130 | 286 | 313 | 83 | 2231 | 316 | 406 | 125 | 279 | 227 | 459 | 329 | 127 | 251 | 2519 | 4,750 |
GoldMen's | 113 | 63.5 | 370 | 377 | 204 | 133 | 335 | 130 | 286 | 313 | 83 | 2231 | 316 | 406 | 125 | 279 | 227 | 459 | 329 | 127 | 251 | 2519 | 4,750 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 8 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 18 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Shining Mountain Golf Club offers 6 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 | 6,465 | 140 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,214 | 133 | 69.8 | 5-15 |
White | 5,809 | 147 | 73.1 | 12-22 |
White | 5,809 | 129 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 4,750 | 134 | 67.0 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,750 | 113 | 63.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Shining Mountain Golf Club
Shining Mountain Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Shining Mountain Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shining Mountain Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Shining Mountain Golf Club is a public golf course located in Woodland Park, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Shining Mountain Golf Club have?
Shining Mountain Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1995. The course was designed by John Harbottle.
What is the yardage at Shining Mountain Golf Club?
From the White tees, Shining Mountain Golf Club plays to 5,809 yards (par 70). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,750 to 6,465 yards.
What is the slope rating at Shining Mountain Golf Club?
The Black tees at Shining Mountain Golf Club have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 70.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Shining Mountain Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Shining Mountain Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Shining Mountain Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.shiningmountaingolf.com/ or call 719-687-7587 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Shining Mountain Golf Club offer?
Shining Mountain Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Shining Mountain Golf Club located?
Shining Mountain Golf Club is located at 180 Lucky Lady Dr in Woodland Park, CO 80863. You can reach them at 719-687-7587.
What is the difficulty level at Shining Mountain Golf Club?
Shining Mountain Golf Club 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 Shining Mountain Golf Club?
Shining Mountain Golf Club offers 6 tee sets. Black tees (6,465 yards, slope 140) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Gold tees (4,750 yards, slope 113) 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 Shining Mountain Golf Club?
Beginners at Shining Mountain Golf Club should play the Gold tees, which play 4,750 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Shining Mountain Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 129, rating 68.2) at Shining Mountain Golf Club has a course handicap of 15, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Shining Mountain Golf Club?
A typical round at Shining Mountain 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.