Back Creek Golf Club
Course at a glance
Back Creek Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Middletown, Delaware (19709). The course was designed by David E. Horne & Allen Liddicoat and opened in 1997. From the Black tees, Back Creek Golf Club plays to 7,048 yards at par 71. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,810 to 7,048 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 74.4, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 38% of rated golf courses in Delaware. 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 81-90 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Back Creek Golf Club.
About Back Creek Golf Club
Back Creek Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Middletown, Delaware (19709). The course was designed by David E. Horne & Allen Liddicoat and established in 1997. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,048 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 74.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 129, Back Creek Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Delaware. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,810 to 7,048 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
7,048
Slope
129
Rating
74.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
129
This Course
130
DE Average
113
US Average
Based on 28 rated courses in Delaware
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 | 129 | 74.4 | 417 | 191 | 435 | 357 | 541 | 326 | 433 | 205 | 437 | 3342 | 450 | 530 | 446 | 462 | 191 | 413 | 551 | 203 | 460 | 3706 | 7,048 |
Blue | 129 | 71.8 | 384 | 182 | 435 | 341 | 505 | 319 | 386 | 175 | 405 | 3132 | 435 | 496 | 396 | 440 | 173 | 390 | 500 | 185 | 438 | 3453 | 6,585 |
White | 127 | 69.4 | 360 | 159 | 380 | 325 | 480 | 305 | 366 | 137 | 385 | 2897 | 405 | 470 | 365 | 407 | 155 | 353 | 480 | 163 | 414 | 3212 | 6,109 |
GoldMen's | 119 | 64.7 | 307 | 126 | 301 | 274 | 408 | 285 | 288 | 115 | 302 | 2406 | 292 | 450 | 345 | 343 | 142 | 325 | 470 | 118 | 295 | 2780 | 5,186 |
GoldWomen's | 122 | 69.4 | 307 | 126 | 301 | 254 | 408 | 285 | 288 | 109 | 301 | 2379 | 287 | 409 | 314 | 339 | 142 | 317 | 470 | 118 | 293 | 2689 | 5,068 |
Red | 114 | 63.7 | 307 | 126 | 301 | 274 | 408 | 285 | 288 | 109 | 301 | 2399 | 287 | 409 | 314 | 339 | 98 | 317 | 465 | 93 | 293 | 2615 | 5,014 |
Red | 115 | 67.8 | 307 | 126 | 301 | 254 | 408 | 201 | 288 | 109 | 301 | 2295 | 287 | 409 | 314 | 339 | 98 | 317 | 365 | 93 | 293 | 2515 | 4,810 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 18 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Back Creek Golf Club offers 7 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 | 7,048 | 129 | 74.4 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,585 | 129 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,109 | 127 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,186 | 119 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,068 | 122 | 69.4 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,014 | 114 | 63.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,810 | 115 | 67.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Back Creek Golf Club
Back Creek 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 Back Creek 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 Back Creek Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Back Creek Golf Club is a public golf course located in Middletown, DE. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Back Creek Golf Club have?expand_more
Back Creek Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1997. The course was designed by David E. Horne & Allen Liddicoat.
What is the yardage at Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Back Creek Golf Club plays to 6,109 yards (par 71). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,810 to 7,048 yards.
What is the slope rating at Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Back Creek Golf Club have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 74.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Back Creek Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://backcreekgc.com/ or call 302-378-6499 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Back Creek Golf Club offer?expand_more
Back Creek Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Back Creek Golf Club located?expand_more
Back Creek Golf Club is located at 101 Back Creek Dr in Middletown, DE 19709. You can reach them at 302-378-6499.
What is the difficulty level at Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Back Creek Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 129. It plays harder than 38% of golf courses in Delaware. The average slope rating in Delaware is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Back Creek Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Black tees (7,048 yards, slope 129) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,810 yards, slope 115) 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 Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Back Creek Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,810 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 119, rating 64.7) at Back Creek Golf Club 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 Back Creek Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Back Creek 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.