Athens Country Club
Course at a glance
Athens Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Athens, Georgia. The course was designed by Donald Ross. From the Blue tees, Athens Country Club plays to 6,704 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,956 to 6,704 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 61% of rated golf courses in Georgia. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Athens Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Athens Country Club
Athens Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Athens, Georgia. The course was designed by Donald Ross. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,704 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.9.
Walking is permitted.
Athens Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, 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 7 tee sets ranging from 4,956 to 6,704 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
6,704
Slope
137
Rating
72.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 137 | 72.9 | 479 | 456 | 237 | 384 | 345 | 422 | 581 | 158 | 445 | 3507 | 465 | 195 | 406 | 369 | 467 | 383 | 356 | 192 | 364 | 3197 | 6,704 |
WhiteWomen's | 137 | 76.4 | 445 | 436 | 210 | 374 | 339 | 398 | 525 | 134 | 389 | 3250 | 442 | 165 | 377 | 337 | 445 | 364 | 329 | 166 | 343 | 2968 | 6,218 |
WhiteMen's | 130 | 70.8 | 445 | 436 | 210 | 374 | 339 | 398 | 525 | 134 | 389 | 3250 | 442 | 165 | 377 | 337 | 445 | 364 | 329 | 166 | 343 | 2968 | 6,218 |
GoldWomen's | 127 | 72.1 | 373 | 373 | 180 | 309 | 333 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 353 | 2737 | 396 | 143 | 337 | 322 | 414 | 341 | 300 | 127 | 294 | 2674 | 5,411 |
GoldMen's | 118 | 66.7 | 373 | 373 | 180 | 309 | 333 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 353 | 2737 | 396 | 143 | 337 | 322 | 414 | 341 | 300 | 127 | 294 | 2674 | 5,411 |
Red | 122 | 69.7 | 373 | 309 | 202 | 276 | 247 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 292 | 2515 | 396 | 121 | 305 | 294 | 373 | 289 | 267 | 114 | 282 | 2441 | 4,956 |
Red | 114 | 64.7 | 373 | 309 | 202 | 276 | 247 | 331 | 385 | 100 | 292 | 2515 | 396 | 121 | 305 | 294 | 373 | 289 | 267 | 114 | 282 | 2441 | 4,956 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Athens Country Club offers 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,704 | 137 | 72.9 | 0-5 |
White | 6,218 | 137 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,218 | 130 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,411 | 127 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,411 | 118 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,956 | 122 | 69.7 | 25+ |
Red | 4,956 | 114 | 64.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Athens Country Club
Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens Country Club a public or private golf course?
Athens Country Club is a public golf course located in Athens, GA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Athens Country Club have?
Athens Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Athens Country Club?
From the White tees, Athens Country Club plays to 6,218 yards (par 74). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,956 to 6,704 yards.
What is the slope rating at Athens Country Club?
The Blue tees at Athens Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 72.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Athens Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Athens Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Athens Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.athenscountryclub.com/ or call 706-354-7111 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Athens Country Club offer?
Athens Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Athens Country Club located?
Athens Country Club is located at 2700 Jefferson Rd in Athens, GA. You can reach them at 706-354-7111.
What is the difficulty level at Athens Country Club?
Athens Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 61% 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 Athens Country Club?
Athens Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,704 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,956 yards, slope 114) 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 Athens Country Club?
Beginners at Athens Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,956 yards with a slope of 114. 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 Athens Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 127, rating 72.1) at Athens Country Club has a course handicap of 15, 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 Athens Country Club?
A typical round at Athens 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.