Gainesville Country Club
Course at a glance
Gainesville Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Gainesville, Florida (32608). The course was designed by George Cobb and opened in 1963. From the CHAMPIONSHIP tees, Gainesville Country Club plays to 6,866 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,126 to 6,866 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 55% of rated golf courses in Florida. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Gainesville Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Gainesville Country Club
Gainesville Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Gainesville, Florida (32608). The course was designed by George Cobb and established in 1963. From the CHAMPIONSHIP tees, the course plays to 6,866 yards with a par of 72. The CHAMPIONSHIP tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.7.
Walking is permitted.
Gainesville Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Florida for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,126 to 6,866 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.
Florida offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,866
Slope
135
Rating
72.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 606 rated courses in Florida
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CHAMPIONSHIP | 135 | 72.7 | 413 | 376 | 548 | 171 | 472 | 393 | 204 | 420 | 405 | 3402 | 380 | 197 | 543 | 199 | 501 | 451 | 343 | 401 | 449 | 3464 | 6,866 |
CHAMPIONSHIP/BLUE | 131 | 71.0 | 383 | 376 | 548 | 154 | 472 | 370 | 181 | 385 | 367 | 3236 | 380 | 169 | 543 | 170 | 501 | 386 | 343 | 370 | 395 | 3257 | 6,493 |
BLUEWomen's | 134 | 76.1 | 383 | 364 | 498 | 154 | 454 | 370 | 181 | 385 | 367 | 3156 | 360 | 169 | 502 | 170 | 471 | 386 | 327 | 370 | 395 | 3150 | 6,306 |
BLUEMen's | 130 | 70.1 | 383 | 364 | 498 | 154 | 454 | 370 | 181 | 385 | 367 | 3156 | 360 | 169 | 502 | 170 | 471 | 386 | 327 | 370 | 395 | 3150 | 6,306 |
BLUE/WHITEWomen's | 130 | 74.2 | 297 | 321 | 498 | 154 | 454 | 370 | 173 | 305 | 344 | 2916 | 332 | 169 | 502 | 170 | 471 | 363 | 327 | 342 | 362 | 3038 | 5,954 |
BLUE/WHITEMen's | 125 | 68.5 | 297 | 321 | 498 | 154 | 454 | 370 | 173 | 305 | 344 | 2916 | 332 | 169 | 502 | 170 | 471 | 363 | 327 | 342 | 362 | 3038 | 5,954 |
WHITEWomen's | 128 | 73.0 | 297 | 321 | 476 | 138 | 436 | 327 | 173 | 305 | 344 | 2817 | 332 | 137 | 486 | 145 | 448 | 363 | 321 | 342 | 362 | 2936 | 5,753 |
WHITEMen's | 119 | 67.7 | 297 | 321 | 476 | 138 | 436 | 327 | 173 | 305 | 344 | 2817 | 332 | 137 | 486 | 145 | 448 | 363 | 321 | 342 | 362 | 2936 | 5,753 |
RED | 120 | 69.6 | 288 | 288 | 430 | 122 | 407 | 275 | 132 | 291 | 269 | 2502 | 306 | 116 | 421 | 140 | 429 | 311 | 252 | 319 | 330 | 2624 | 5,126 |
RED | 113 | 64.8 | 288 | 288 | 430 | 122 | 407 | 275 | 132 | 291 | 269 | 2502 | 306 | 116 | 421 | 140 | 429 | 311 | 252 | 319 | 330 | 2624 | 5,126 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Gainesville Country Club offers 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHAMPIONSHIP | 6,866 | 135 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
CHAMPIONSHIP/BLUE | 6,493 | 131 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,306 | 134 | 76.1 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,306 | 130 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE | 5,954 | 130 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
BLUE/WHITE | 5,954 | 125 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,753 | 128 | 73.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,753 | 119 | 67.7 | 12-22 |
RED | 5,126 | 120 | 69.6 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,126 | 113 | 64.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Gainesville Country Club
Gainesville Country 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 Gainesville Country 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 Gainesville Country Club a public or private golf course?
Gainesville Country Club is a public golf course located in Gainesville, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Gainesville Country Club have?
Gainesville Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1963. The course was designed by George Cobb.
What is the yardage at Gainesville Country Club?
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, Gainesville Country Club plays to 5,954 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,126 to 6,866 yards.
What is the slope rating at Gainesville Country Club?
The CHAMPIONSHIP tees at Gainesville Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Gainesville Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Gainesville Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Gainesville Country Club?
Visit the official course website at http://www.gainesvillegolf.cc/ or call 352-372-0961 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Gainesville Country Club offer?
Gainesville Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Gainesville Country Club located?
Gainesville Country Club is located at 7300 Sw 35th Way in Gainesville, FL 32608. You can reach them at 352-372-0961.
What is the difficulty level at Gainesville Country Club?
Gainesville Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 55% of golf courses in Florida. The average slope rating in Florida is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Gainesville Country Club?
Gainesville Country Club offers 10 tee sets. CHAMPIONSHIP tees (6,866 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. RED tees (5,126 yards, slope 113) 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 Gainesville Country Club?
Beginners at Gainesville Country Club should play the RED tees, which play 5,126 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 Gainesville Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the BLUE/WHITE tees (slope 125, rating 68.5) at Gainesville Country Club has a course handicap of 13, 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 Gainesville Country Club?
A typical round at Gainesville 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.