East Lake Golf Club
Course at a glance
East Lake Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Atlanta, Georgia (30317). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and opened in 1904. From the Championship tees, East Lake Golf Club plays to 7,397 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,205 to 7,397 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 76.2, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 89% of rated golf courses in Georgia. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and zoysia grass fairways. Hazards include 61-70 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at East Lake Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About East Lake Golf Club
East Lake Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Atlanta, Georgia (30317). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and established in 1904. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 7,397 yards with a par of 72. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 76.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 144, East Lake Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Georgia, playing harder than 89% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,205 to 7,397 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
7,397
Slope
144
Rating
76.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
144
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 144 | 76.2 | 512 | 192 | 391 | 458 | 441 | 525 | 480 | 455 | 232 | 3686 | 426 | 214 | 390 | 440 | 559 | 213 | 459 | 426 | 584 | 3711 | 7,397 |
Tour | 143 | 75.9 | 465 | 192 | 391 | 458 | 441 | 525 | 480 | 455 | 232 | 3639 | 426 | 214 | 390 | 440 | 526 | 213 | 459 | 426 | 584 | 3678 | 7,317 |
Black | 137 | 74.0 | 493 | 181 | 379 | 382 | 429 | 496 | 461 | 411 | 207 | 3439 | 411 | 195 | 390 | 421 | 544 | 168 | 412 | 355 | 551 | 3447 | 6,886 |
Blue | 132 | 72.2 | 465 | 170 | 369 | 366 | 403 | 471 | 418 | 373 | 207 | 3242 | 394 | 164 | 372 | 387 | 526 | 150 | 365 | 322 | 530 | 3210 | 6,452 |
Combo | 130 | 71.1 | 465 | 170 | 369 | 317 | 399 | 471 | 397 | 353 | 207 | 3148 | 394 | 164 | 372 | 350 | 526 | 150 | 333 | 322 | 455 | 3066 | 6,214 |
GreenWomen's | 138 | 75.1 | 421 | 147 | 345 | 317 | 399 | 456 | 397 | 332 | 167 | 2981 | 394 | 140 | 325 | 350 | 475 | 130 | 333 | 304 | 455 | 2906 | 5,887 |
GreenMen's | 125 | 69.1 | 421 | 147 | 345 | 317 | 399 | 456 | 397 | 332 | 167 | 2981 | 394 | 140 | 325 | 350 | 475 | 130 | 333 | 304 | 455 | 2906 | 5,887 |
GoldWomen's | 131 | 71.9 | 415 | 136 | 319 | 317 | 365 | 414 | 371 | 267 | 110 | 2714 | 329 | 105 | 247 | 342 | 383 | 94 | 288 | 255 | 448 | 2491 | 5,205 |
GoldMen's | 121 | 66.4 | 415 | 136 | 319 | 317 | 365 | 414 | 371 | 267 | 110 | 2714 | 329 | 105 | 247 | 342 | 383 | 94 | 288 | 255 | 448 | 2491 | 5,205 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 18 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
East Lake Golf Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 7,397 | 144 | 76.2 | 0-5 |
Tour | 7,317 | 143 | 75.9 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,886 | 137 | 74.0 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,452 | 132 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Combo | 6,214 | 130 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Green | 5,887 | 138 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,887 | 125 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,205 | 131 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,205 | 121 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at East Lake Golf Club
East Lake 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
As a private club, access at East Lake Golf 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 East Lake Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
East Lake Golf Club is a private golf course located in Atlanta, GA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does East Lake Golf Club have?expand_more
East Lake Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1904. The course was designed by Tom Bendelow.
What is the yardage at East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
From the Championship tees, East Lake Golf Club plays to 7,397 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,205 to 7,397 yards.
What is the slope rating at East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
The Championship tees at East Lake Golf Club have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 76.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at East Lake Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.eastlakegolfclub.com/ or call 404-373-5722 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does East Lake Golf Club offer?expand_more
East Lake Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is East Lake Golf Club located?expand_more
East Lake Golf Club is located at 2575 Alston Dr Se in Atlanta, GA 30317. You can reach them at 404-373-5722.
What is the difficulty level at East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
East Lake Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 144. It plays harder than 89% 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 East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
East Lake Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Championship tees (7,397 yards, slope 144) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,205 yards, slope 121) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at East Lake Golf Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,205 yards with a slope of 121. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Combo tees (slope 130, rating 71.1) at East Lake Golf 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 East Lake Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at East Lake Golf 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.