Forest Heights Country Club
Logo: A dark green shield edged in pale gold and quartered by a gold cross: the letters F and H in the upper-left quarter, a gold pine tree in the upper-right, a putting green outline with a flagstick and a bunker shape in the lower-left, and the letters C and C in the lower-right; a white banner crosses behind the shield reading 'EST' on the left and '1947' on the right in green serif letters.
Course at a glance
Forest Heights Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Statesboro, Georgia (30458). The course was designed by George Cobb and opened in 1966. From the Schenkel tees, Forest Heights Country Club plays to 7,123 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 3,219 to 7,123 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 74.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 50% of rated golf courses in Georgia. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Forest Heights Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Forest Heights Country Club
Forest Heights Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Statesboro, Georgia (30458). The course was designed by George Cobb and established in 1966. From the Schenkel tees, the course plays to 7,123 yards with a par of 72. The Schenkel tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 74.2.
Walking is permitted.
Forest Heights Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Georgia for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,219 to 7,123 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
72
Length
7,123
Slope
135
Rating
74.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
134
GA Average
113
US Average
Based on 275 rated courses in Georgia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Schenkel | 135 | 74.2 | 451 | 471 | 170 | 403 | 363 | 130 | 549 | 412 | 526 | 3475 | 402 | 458 | 540 | 198 | 423 | 203 | 386 | 438 | 600 | 3648 | 7,123 |
Gold | 133 | 73.4 | 394 | 439 | 170 | 403 | 337 | 130 | 549 | 412 | 526 | 3360 | 402 | 433 | 540 | 198 | 423 | 203 | 386 | 438 | 564 | 3587 | 6,947 |
Blue | 128 | 71.0 | 368 | 411 | 161 | 369 | 305 | 114 | 518 | 355 | 490 | 3091 | 386 | 410 | 508 | 184 | 394 | 174 | 365 | 416 | 530 | 3367 | 6,458 |
WhiteWomen's | 129 | 74.6 | 342 | 382 | 152 | 351 | 286 | 98 | 465 | 344 | 419 | 2839 | 359 | 380 | 479 | 178 | 365 | 149 | 344 | 364 | 498 | 3116 | 5,955 |
WhiteMen's | 121 | 68.5 | 342 | 382 | 152 | 351 | 286 | 98 | 465 | 344 | 419 | 2839 | 359 | 380 | 479 | 178 | 365 | 149 | 344 | 364 | 498 | 3116 | 5,955 |
GreenWomen's | 123 | 71.2 | 338 | 362 | 127 | 342 | 268 | 92 | 443 | 301 | 385 | 2658 | 294 | 336 | 399 | 141 | 360 | 138 | 340 | 326 | 413 | 2747 | 5,405 |
GreenMen's | 111 | 65.6 | 338 | 362 | 127 | 342 | 268 | 92 | 443 | 301 | 385 | 2658 | 294 | 336 | 399 | 141 | 360 | 138 | 340 | 326 | 413 | 2747 | 5,405 |
Red | 116 | 68.6 | 288 | 358 | 120 | 320 | 260 | 77 | 438 | 299 | 214 | 2374 | 291 | 332 | 395 | 137 | 324 | 90 | 291 | 322 | 409 | 2591 | 4,965 |
FamilyWomen's | 94 | 58.8 | 200 | 260 | 120 | 200 | 150 | 77 | 250 | 200 | 145 | 1602 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 94 | 200 | 90 | 200 | 150 | 283 | 1617 | 3,219 |
FamilyMen's | 91 | 57.6 | 200 | 260 | 120 | 200 | 150 | 77 | 250 | 200 | 145 | 1602 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 94 | 200 | 90 | 200 | 150 | 283 | 1617 | 3,219 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 12 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Forest Heights 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schenkel | 7,123 | 135 | 74.2 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,947 | 133 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,458 | 128 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
White | 5,955 | 129 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,955 | 121 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,405 | 123 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,405 | 111 | 65.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,965 | 116 | 68.6 | 25+ |
Family | 3,219 | 94 | 58.8 | 25+ |
Family | 3,219 | 91 | 57.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Forest Heights Country Club
Forest Heights Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Forest Heights Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest Heights Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Forest Heights Country Club is a private golf course located in Statesboro, GA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Forest Heights Country Club have?expand_more
Forest Heights Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1966. The course was designed by George Cobb.
What is the yardage at Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Forest Heights Country Club plays to 5,955 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,219 to 7,123 yards.
What is the slope rating at Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
The Schenkel tees at Forest Heights Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 74.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Forest Heights Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.forestheightscc.com/ or call 912-764-3084 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Forest Heights Country Club offer?expand_more
Forest Heights Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Forest Heights Country Club located?expand_more
Forest Heights Country Club is located at 3772 Country Club Rd in Statesboro, GA 30458. You can reach them at 912-764-3084.
What is the difficulty level at Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
Forest Heights Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 50% of golf courses in Georgia. The average slope rating in Georgia is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
Forest Heights Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Schenkel tees (7,123 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Family tees (3,219 yards, slope 91) 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 Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Forest Heights Country Club should play the Family tees, which play 3,219 yards with a slope of 91. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Green tees (slope 123, rating 71.2) at Forest Heights Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Forest Heights Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Forest Heights Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.