Ocean Forest Golf Club
About Ocean Forest Golf Club
Ocean Forest Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Saint Simons Island, Georgia (31561). The course was designed by Rees Jones and established in 1995. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 7,308 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 151 and a course rating of 76.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 151, Ocean Forest Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Georgia, playing harder than 98% of 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 16 tee sets ranging from 4,178 to 7,308 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
7,308
Slope
151
Rating
76.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
151
This Course
134
GA Average
113
US Average
Based on 284 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 151 | 76.2 | 352 | 389 | 557 | 481 | 193 | 615 | 476 | 417 | 145 | 3625 | 551 | 421 | 483 | 380 | 561 | 166 | 427 | 215 | 479 | 3683 | 7,308 |
Blue | 143 | 73.6 | 323 | 371 | 513 | 434 | 173 | 566 | 423 | 403 | 131 | 3337 | 517 | 362 | 450 | 364 | 547 | 150 | 363 | 172 | 441 | 3366 | 6,703 |
Blue/Green | 140 | 72.6 | 323 | 371 | 513 | 398 | 173 | 548 | 398 | 403 | 131 | 3258 | 496 | 362 | 423 | 364 | 547 | 150 | 363 | 172 | 397 | 3274 | 6,532 |
Green | 147 | 78.0 | 305 | 362 | 508 | 398 | 149 | 548 | 398 | 397 | 129 | 3194 | 496 | 339 | 423 | 348 | 541 | 133 | 354 | 149 | 397 | 3180 | 6,374 |
Green | 138 | 72.0 | 305 | 362 | 508 | 398 | 149 | 548 | 398 | 397 | 129 | 3194 | 496 | 339 | 423 | 348 | 541 | 133 | 354 | 149 | 397 | 3180 | 6,374 |
Green/White | 145 | 77.0 | 305 | 362 | 508 | 375 | 149 | 539 | 379 | 397 | 129 | 3143 | 460 | 339 | 384 | 348 | 541 | 133 | 354 | 149 | 353 | 3061 | 6,204 |
Green/White | 137 | 71.1 | 305 | 362 | 508 | 375 | 149 | 539 | 379 | 397 | 129 | 3143 | 460 | 339 | 384 | 348 | 541 | 133 | 354 | 149 | 353 | 3061 | 6,204 |
White | 141 | 75.5 | 287 | 335 | 474 | 375 | 128 | 539 | 379 | 376 | 108 | 3001 | 460 | 307 | 384 | 330 | 519 | 117 | 329 | 135 | 353 | 2934 | 5,935 |
White | 132 | 70.0 | 287 | 335 | 474 | 375 | 128 | 539 | 379 | 376 | 108 | 3001 | 460 | 307 | 384 | 330 | 519 | 117 | 329 | 135 | 353 | 2934 | 5,935 |
White/Silver | 129 | 69.1 | 287 | 335 | 474 | 338 | 128 | 495 | 373 | 376 | 108 | 2914 | 457 | 307 | 360 | 330 | 519 | 117 | 329 | 135 | 308 | 2862 | 5,776 |
Silver | 135 | 73.2 | 281 | 296 | 426 | 338 | 103 | 495 | 373 | 344 | 105 | 2761 | 457 | 297 | 360 | 297 | 481 | 104 | 277 | 132 | 308 | 2713 | 5,474 |
Silver | 126 | 68.0 | 281 | 296 | 426 | 338 | 103 | 495 | 373 | 344 | 105 | 2761 | 457 | 297 | 360 | 297 | 481 | 104 | 277 | 132 | 308 | 2713 | 5,474 |
Red | 127 | 71.2 | 216 | 292 | 423 | 335 | 99 | 491 | 332 | 341 | 88 | 2617 | 371 | 220 | 354 | 291 | 450 | 100 | 275 | 97 | 305 | 2463 | 5,080 |
Red | 121 | 66.1 | 216 | 292 | 423 | 335 | 99 | 491 | 332 | 341 | 88 | 2617 | 371 | 220 | 354 | 291 | 450 | 100 | 275 | 97 | 305 | 2463 | 5,080 |
Forward | 116 | 66.4 | 141 | 218 | 338 | 235 | 102 | 381 | 259 | 262 | 93 | 2029 | 329 | 221 | 261 | 223 | 377 | 101 | 276 | 97 | 264 | 2149 | 4,178 |
Forward | 112 | 62.8 | 141 | 218 | 338 | 235 | 102 | 381 | 259 | 262 | 93 | 2029 | 329 | 221 | 261 | 223 | 377 | 101 | 276 | 97 | 264 | 2149 | 4,178 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 17 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Ocean Forest Golf Club offers 16 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 7,308 | 151 | 76.2 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,703 | 143 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Blue/Green | 6,532 | 140 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,374 | 147 | 78.0 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,374 | 138 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Green/White | 6,204 | 145 | 77.0 | 5-15 |
Green/White | 6,204 | 137 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
White | 5,935 | 141 | 75.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,935 | 132 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
White/Silver | 5,776 | 129 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,474 | 135 | 73.2 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,474 | 126 | 68.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,080 | 127 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,080 | 121 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Forward | 4,178 | 116 | 66.4 | 25+ |
Forward | 4,178 | 112 | 62.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Ocean Forest Golf Club
Ocean Forest Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Ocean Forest Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ocean Forest Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Ocean Forest Golf Club is a public golf course located in Saint Simons Island, GA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Ocean Forest Golf Club have?expand_more
Ocean Forest Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1995. The course was designed by Rees Jones.
What is the yardage at Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
From the Green/White tees, Ocean Forest Golf Club plays to 6,204 yards (par 72). The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 4,178 to 7,308 yards.
What is the slope rating at Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Ocean Forest Golf Club have a slope rating of 151 and a course rating of 76.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Ocean Forest Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Ocean Forest Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Ocean Forest Golf Club offer?expand_more
Ocean Forest Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Ocean Forest Golf Club located?expand_more
Ocean Forest Golf Club is located at 200 Ocean Rd in Saint Simons Island, GA 31561. You can reach them at 912-638-5835.
What is the difficulty level at Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Ocean Forest Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 151. It plays harder than 98% 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 Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Ocean Forest Golf Club offers 16 tee sets. Gold tees (7,308 yards, slope 151) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (4,178 yards, slope 112) 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 Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Ocean Forest Golf Club should play the Forward tees, which play 4,178 yards with a slope of 112. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 132, rating 70.0) at Ocean Forest Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Ocean Forest Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Ocean Forest Golf 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.