Ed Oliver Golf Club
About Ed Oliver Golf Club
Ed Oliver Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Wilmington, Delaware (19807). It was established in 1910. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,168 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 120 and a course rating of 69.2.
Walking is permitted.
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in Delaware for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,542 to 6,168 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
6,168
Slope
120
Rating
69.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
128
DE Average
113
US Average
Based on 31 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 | 120 | 69.2 | 388 | 369 | 426 | 526 | 210 | 510 | 360 | 388 | 148 | 3325 | 362 | 380 | 290 | 143 | 382 | 352 | 355 | 179 | 400 | 2843 | 6,168 |
White | 118 | 68.2 | 376 | 366 | 426 | 521 | 160 | 498 | 351 | 384 | 143 | 3225 | 350 | 366 | 279 | 135 | 370 | 345 | 349 | 160 | 380 | 2734 | 5,959 |
Red | 131 | 72.1 | 350 | 275 | 420 | 432 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2966 | 347 | 335 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 332 | 144 | 350 | 2606 | 5,572 |
Red | 113 | 66.3 | 350 | 275 | 420 | 432 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2966 | 347 | 335 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 332 | 144 | 350 | 2606 | 5,572 |
Red/Gold Hybrid | 123 | 70.2 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2755 | 347 | 212 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2418 | 5,173 |
Red/Gold Hybrid | 107 | 64.5 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2755 | 347 | 212 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2418 | 5,173 |
Gold | 114 | 66.1 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 124 | 390 | 278 | 302 | 131 | 2491 | 276 | 212 | 130 | 125 | 287 | 260 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2051 | 4,542 |
Gold | 101 | 62.2 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 124 | 390 | 278 | 302 | 131 | 2491 | 276 | 212 | 130 | 125 | 287 | 260 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2051 | 4,542 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,168 | 120 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,959 | 118 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,572 | 131 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,572 | 113 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Red/Gold Hybrid | 5,173 | 123 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
Red/Gold Hybrid | 5,173 | 107 | 64.5 | 20-30 |
Gold | 4,542 | 114 | 66.1 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,542 | 101 | 62.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at Ed Oliver Golf Club
Ed Oliver Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Ed Oliver Golf 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 Ed Oliver Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Ed Oliver Golf Club is a public golf course located in Wilmington, DE. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Ed Oliver Golf Club have?expand_more
Ed Oliver Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1910.
What is the yardage at Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Ed Oliver Golf Club plays to 5,959 yards (par 70). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,542 to 6,168 yards.
What is the slope rating at Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Ed Oliver Golf Club have a slope rating of 120 and a course rating of 69.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Ed Oliver Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Ed Oliver Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.edolivergolfclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Ed Oliver Golf Club offer?expand_more
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Ed Oliver Golf Club located?expand_more
Ed Oliver Golf Club is located at 800 N Dupont Rd in Wilmington, DE 19807. You can reach them at 302-571-9041.
What is the difficulty level at Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
Ed Oliver Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 55% of golf courses in Delaware. The average slope rating in Delaware is 128. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,168 yards, slope 120) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Gold tees (4,542 yards, slope 101) 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 Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Ed Oliver Golf Club should play the Gold tees, which play 4,542 yards with a slope of 101. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red/Gold Hybrid tees (slope 123, rating 70.2) at Ed Oliver Golf Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Ed Oliver Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Ed Oliver 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.