Southwood Golf Club
Course at a glance
Southwood Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Tallahassee, Florida (32311). The course was designed by Fred Couples & Gene Bates and opened in 2003. From the BLACK tees, Southwood Golf Club plays to 7,162 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,523 to 7,162 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 35% of rated golf courses in Florida. It operates as a semi-private club — members hold preferred tee times, with limited outside play available. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Southwood Golf Club.
About Southwood Golf Club
Southwood Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Tallahassee, Florida (32311). The course was designed by Fred Couples & Gene Bates and established in 2003. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 7,162 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 131, Southwood Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Florida. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,523 to 7,162 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
7,162
Slope
131
Rating
74.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 605 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 131 | 74.5 | 570 | 371 | 224 | 626 | 392 | 163 | 368 | 419 | 468 | 3601 | 562 | 327 | 445 | 195 | 415 | 446 | 536 | 206 | 429 | 3561 | 7,162 |
GOLD | 125 | 72.1 | 512 | 355 | 194 | 599 | 359 | 150 | 324 | 387 | 434 | 3314 | 530 | 303 | 414 | 186 | 382 | 406 | 521 | 167 | 408 | 3317 | 6,631 |
GOLD/GARNET | 124 | 71.4 | 512 | 355 | 194 | 567 | 359 | 150 | 324 | 387 | 416 | 3264 | 530 | 303 | 391 | 186 | 382 | 337 | 521 | 167 | 408 | 3225 | 6,489 |
GARNET/GOLD | 121 | 69.8 | 488 | 338 | 194 | 567 | 330 | 150 | 313 | 344 | 416 | 3140 | 496 | 283 | 391 | 186 | 356 | 337 | 479 | 167 | 375 | 3070 | 6,210 |
GARNETWomen's | 127 | 74.5 | 488 | 338 | 151 | 567 | 330 | 122 | 313 | 344 | 416 | 3069 | 496 | 283 | 391 | 138 | 356 | 337 | 479 | 129 | 375 | 2984 | 6,053 |
GARNETMen's | 120 | 69.1 | 488 | 338 | 151 | 567 | 330 | 122 | 313 | 344 | 416 | 3069 | 496 | 283 | 391 | 138 | 356 | 337 | 479 | 129 | 375 | 2984 | 6,053 |
GARNET/GREENWomen's | 124 | 73.1 | 488 | 338 | 151 | 456 | 330 | 122 | 313 | 344 | 345 | 2887 | 496 | 283 | 322 | 138 | 356 | 333 | 479 | 129 | 375 | 2911 | 5,798 |
GARNET/GREENMen's | 117 | 68.0 | 488 | 338 | 151 | 456 | 330 | 122 | 313 | 344 | 345 | 2887 | 496 | 283 | 322 | 138 | 356 | 333 | 479 | 129 | 375 | 2911 | 5,798 |
GREENWomen's | 117 | 69.8 | 421 | 260 | 119 | 456 | 330 | 114 | 278 | 270 | 345 | 2593 | 409 | 271 | 322 | 135 | 306 | 333 | 392 | 123 | 323 | 2614 | 5,207 |
GREENMen's | 112 | 65.2 | 421 | 260 | 119 | 456 | 330 | 114 | 278 | 270 | 345 | 2593 | 409 | 271 | 322 | 135 | 306 | 333 | 392 | 123 | 323 | 2614 | 5,207 |
BLUEWomen's | 109 | 65.9 | 421 | 260 | 74 | 271 | 281 | 86 | 247 | 270 | 345 | 2255 | 409 | 213 | 200 | 89 | 306 | 244 | 392 | 92 | 323 | 2268 | 4,523 |
BLUEMen's | 106 | 62.7 | 421 | 260 | 74 | 271 | 281 | 86 | 247 | 270 | 345 | 2255 | 409 | 213 | 200 | 89 | 306 | 244 | 392 | 92 | 323 | 2268 | 4,523 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Southwood Golf Club offers 12 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 | 7,162 | 131 | 74.5 | 0-5 |
GOLD | 6,631 | 125 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
GOLD/GARNET | 6,489 | 124 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
GARNET/GOLD | 6,210 | 121 | 69.8 | 5-15 |
GARNET | 6,053 | 127 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
GARNET | 6,053 | 120 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
GARNET/GREEN | 5,798 | 124 | 73.1 | 12-22 |
GARNET/GREEN | 5,798 | 117 | 68.0 | 12-22 |
GREEN | 5,207 | 117 | 69.8 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,207 | 112 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
BLUE | 4,523 | 109 | 65.9 | 25+ |
BLUE | 4,523 | 106 | 62.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Southwood Golf Club
Southwood Golf Club 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 Southwood 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 Southwood Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Southwood Golf Club is a semi private golf course located in Tallahassee, FL.
How many holes does Southwood Golf Club have?expand_more
Southwood Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2003. The course was designed by Fred Couples & Gene Bates.
What is the yardage at Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
From the BLACK tees, Southwood Golf Club plays to 7,162 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,523 to 7,162 yards.
What is the slope rating at Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Southwood Golf Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Southwood Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://southwoodgolfclub.com/ or call 850-942-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Southwood Golf Club offer?expand_more
Southwood Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Southwood Golf Club located?expand_more
Southwood Golf Club is located at 3750 Grove Park Dr in Tallahassee, FL 32311. You can reach them at 850-942-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
Southwood Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 35% 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 Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
Southwood Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. BLACK tees (7,162 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. BLUE tees (4,523 yards, slope 106) 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 Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Southwood Golf Club should play the BLUE tees, which play 4,523 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GARNET/GREEN tees (slope 124, rating 73.1) at Southwood Golf Club would have a course handicap of 18 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Southwood Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Southwood 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.