Rocky Bayou Country Club
About Rocky Bayou Country Club
Rocky Bayou Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Niceville, Florida (32578). The course was designed by Bill Amick and established in 1972. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,901 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 133, Rocky Bayou Country 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 16 tee sets ranging from 4,135 to 6,901 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
6,901
Slope
133
Rating
73.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
133
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 627 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 | 133 | 73.0 | 368 | 405 | 539 | 192 | 365 | 410 | 480 | 189 | 422 | 3370 | 348 | 422 | 187 | 544 | 423 | 219 | 447 | 511 | 430 | 3531 | 6,901 |
BLACK/BLUE | 131 | 71.9 | 368 | 405 | 509 | 158 | 348 | 410 | 480 | 189 | 388 | 3255 | 348 | 398 | 187 | 544 | 386 | 194 | 447 | 511 | 430 | 3445 | 6,700 |
BLUE | 128 | 70.8 | 351 | 375 | 509 | 158 | 348 | 373 | 462 | 167 | 388 | 3131 | 315 | 398 | 169 | 523 | 386 | 194 | 411 | 483 | 398 | 3277 | 6,408 |
BLUE/WHITE | 126 | 69.2 | 351 | 344 | 509 | 158 | 326 | 373 | 462 | 144 | 364 | 3031 | 315 | 360 | 169 | 523 | 386 | 158 | 378 | 483 | 371 | 3143 | 6,174 |
WHITE | 128 | 73.7 | 337 | 344 | 478 | 140 | 326 | 339 | 438 | 144 | 364 | 2910 | 265 | 360 | 141 | 503 | 351 | 158 | 378 | 466 | 371 | 2993 | 5,903 |
WHITE | 119 | 67.8 | 337 | 344 | 478 | 140 | 326 | 339 | 438 | 144 | 364 | 2910 | 265 | 360 | 141 | 503 | 351 | 158 | 378 | 466 | 371 | 2993 | 5,903 |
WHITE/GOLD | 123 | 72.2 | 337 | 307 | 478 | 140 | 261 | 339 | 438 | 144 | 364 | 2808 | 241 | 316 | 141 | 503 | 351 | 158 | 346 | 466 | 343 | 2865 | 5,673 |
WHITE/GOLD | 116 | 66.7 | 337 | 307 | 478 | 140 | 261 | 339 | 438 | 144 | 364 | 2808 | 241 | 316 | 141 | 503 | 351 | 158 | 346 | 466 | 343 | 2865 | 5,673 |
GOLD | 121 | 70.7 | 330 | 307 | 444 | 132 | 261 | 335 | 432 | 139 | 325 | 2705 | 241 | 316 | 132 | 443 | 318 | 148 | 346 | 429 | 343 | 2716 | 5,421 |
GOLD | 114 | 65.6 | 330 | 307 | 444 | 132 | 261 | 335 | 432 | 139 | 325 | 2705 | 241 | 316 | 132 | 443 | 318 | 148 | 346 | 429 | 343 | 2716 | 5,421 |
GOLD/RED | 119 | 69.0 | 290 | 307 | 444 | 85 | 261 | 335 | 396 | 139 | 325 | 2582 | 241 | 316 | 132 | 399 | 318 | 110 | 346 | 429 | 278 | 2569 | 5,151 |
GOLD/RED | 109 | 64.2 | 290 | 307 | 444 | 85 | 261 | 335 | 396 | 139 | 325 | 2582 | 241 | 316 | 132 | 399 | 318 | 110 | 346 | 429 | 278 | 2569 | 5,151 |
RED | 114 | 68.1 | 290 | 302 | 417 | 85 | 259 | 300 | 396 | 113 | 302 | 2464 | 208 | 311 | 98 | 399 | 302 | 110 | 341 | 422 | 278 | 2469 | 4,933 |
RED | 100 | 63.6 | 290 | 302 | 417 | 85 | 259 | 300 | 396 | 113 | 302 | 2464 | 208 | 311 | 98 | 399 | 302 | 110 | 341 | 422 | 278 | 2469 | 4,933 |
TEAL | 105 | 63.6 | 240 | 260 | 340 | 85 | 259 | 230 | 330 | 113 | 230 | 2087 | 170 | 250 | 98 | 325 | 240 | 110 | 265 | 350 | 240 | 2048 | 4,135 |
TEAL | 95 | 60.3 | 240 | 260 | 340 | 85 | 259 | 230 | 330 | 113 | 230 | 2087 | 170 | 250 | 98 | 325 | 240 | 110 | 265 | 350 | 240 | 2048 | 4,135 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Rocky Bayou Country Club offers 16 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,901 | 133 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
BLACK/BLUE | 6,700 | 131 | 71.9 | 0-5 |
BLUE | 6,408 | 128 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE | 6,174 | 126 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,903 | 128 | 73.7 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,903 | 119 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,673 | 123 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,673 | 116 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,421 | 121 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,421 | 114 | 65.6 | 20-30 |
GOLD/RED | 5,151 | 119 | 69.0 | 20-30 |
GOLD/RED | 5,151 | 109 | 64.2 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,933 | 114 | 68.1 | 25+ |
RED | 4,933 | 100 | 63.6 | 25+ |
TEAL | 4,135 | 105 | 63.6 | 25+ |
TEAL | 4,135 | 95 | 60.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Rocky Bayou Country Club
Rocky Bayou Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Rocky Bayou Country 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 Rocky Bayou Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Rocky Bayou Country Club is a public golf course located in Niceville, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Rocky Bayou Country Club have?expand_more
Rocky Bayou Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1972. The course was designed by Bill Amick.
What is the yardage at Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, Rocky Bayou Country Club plays to 6,174 yards (par 72). The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 4,135 to 6,901 yards.
What is the slope rating at Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Rocky Bayou Country Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Rocky Bayou Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Rocky Bayou Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.rockybayoucc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Rocky Bayou Country Club offer?expand_more
Rocky Bayou Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Rocky Bayou Country Club located?expand_more
Rocky Bayou Country Club is located at 600 Golf Course Drive in Niceville, FL 32578. You can reach them at +1 850 678 3270.
What is the difficulty level at Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
Rocky Bayou Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 133. It plays harder than 46% 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 Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
Rocky Bayou Country Club offers 16 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,901 yards, slope 133) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. TEAL tees (4,135 yards, slope 95) 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 Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Rocky Bayou Country Club should play the TEAL tees, which play 4,135 yards with a slope of 95. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 121, rating 70.7) at Rocky Bayou Country 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 Rocky Bayou Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Rocky Bayou 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.