Lake Wales Country Club
About Lake Wales Country Club
Lake Wales Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lake Wales, Florida (33853). The course was designed by Seth Raynor and established in 1918. From the ORANGE tees, the course plays to 6,790 yards with a par of 72. The ORANGE tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.4.
Walking is permitted.
Lake Wales Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,210 to 6,790 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
6,790
Slope
138
Rating
73.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ORANGE | 138 | 73.4 | 361 | 401 | 198 | 467 | 133 | 325 | 368 | 439 | 544 | 3236 | 525 | 460 | 205 | 540 | 460 | 183 | 366 | 363 | 452 | 3554 | 6,790 |
BLUE | 130 | 71.5 | 358 | 373 | 180 | 463 | 128 | 278 | 362 | 379 | 506 | 3027 | 513 | 420 | 197 | 511 | 418 | 162 | 363 | 357 | 418 | 3359 | 6,386 |
WHITE | 128 | 70.4 | 341 | 356 | 167 | 459 | 128 | 270 | 352 | 367 | 487 | 2927 | 493 | 399 | 190 | 484 | 408 | 162 | 346 | 341 | 409 | 3232 | 6,159 |
HYBRID WHITE | 128 | 69.1 | 341 | 356 | 167 | 459 | 128 | 270 | 352 | 367 | 487 | 2927 | 493 | 281 | 190 | 484 | 328 | 162 | 346 | 341 | 353 | 2978 | 5,905 |
WHITE/GOLD | 123 | 67.9 | 341 | 356 | 167 | 459 | 128 | 270 | 352 | 367 | 487 | 2927 | 436 | 281 | 143 | 401 | 328 | 145 | 301 | 323 | 353 | 2711 | 5,638 |
GOLD | 116 | 65.9 | 304 | 317 | 143 | 411 | 120 | 234 | 306 | 260 | 434 | 2529 | 436 | 281 | 143 | 401 | 328 | 145 | 301 | 323 | 353 | 2711 | 5,240 |
RED | 123 | 70.2 | 300 | 306 | 132 | 401 | 120 | 228 | 299 | 250 | 426 | 2462 | 426 | 276 | 134 | 395 | 317 | 133 | 292 | 316 | 349 | 2638 | 5,100 |
GREEN | 111 | 64.9 | 256 | 260 | 132 | 366 | 120 | 156 | 233 | 195 | 363 | 2081 | 358 | 243 | 69 | 340 | 273 | 98 | 247 | 209 | 292 | 2129 | 4,210 |
GREEN | 107 | 61.8 | 256 | 260 | 132 | 366 | 120 | 156 | 233 | 195 | 363 | 2081 | 358 | 243 | 69 | 340 | 273 | 98 | 247 | 209 | 292 | 2129 | 4,210 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Wales Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ORANGE | 6,790 | 138 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
BLUE | 6,386 | 130 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,159 | 128 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
HYBRID WHITE | 5,905 | 128 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,638 | 123 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,240 | 116 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,100 | 123 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 4,210 | 111 | 64.9 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,210 | 107 | 61.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Wales Country Club
Lake Wales Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lake Wales 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 Lake Wales Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Wales Country Club is a public golf course located in Lake Wales, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Wales Country Club have?expand_more
Lake Wales Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1918. The course was designed by Seth Raynor.
What is the yardage at Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Lake Wales Country Club plays to 6,159 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,210 to 6,790 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
The ORANGE tees at Lake Wales Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Wales Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lake Wales Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.lakewalescc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lake Wales Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Wales Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Wales Country Club located?expand_more
Lake Wales Country Club is located at 2925 State Road 60 E in Lake Wales, FL 33853. You can reach them at 863-676-6519.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
Lake Wales Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 71% 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 Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
Lake Wales Country Club offers 9 tee sets. ORANGE tees (6,790 yards, slope 138) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. GREEN tees (4,210 yards, slope 107) 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 Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Wales Country Club should play the GREEN tees, which play 4,210 yards with a slope of 107. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE/GOLD tees (slope 123, rating 67.9) at Lake Wales Country Club would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 84. 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 Lake Wales Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Wales 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.