Francis Lake Golf Club
Course at a glance
Francis Lake Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lake Park, Georgia (31636). The course was designed by Willard Byrd and opened in 1973. From the Gold tees, Francis Lake Golf Club plays to 6,708 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,774 to 6,708 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 33% of rated golf courses in Georgia. It operates as a semi-private club — members hold preferred tee times, with limited outside play available. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Francis Lake Golf Club.
About Francis Lake Golf Club
Francis Lake Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lake Park, Georgia (31636). The course was designed by Willard Byrd and established in 1973. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,708 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 131, Francis Lake Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Georgia. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,774 to 6,708 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
6,708
Slope
131
Rating
72.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
131
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 131 | 72.2 | 357 | 547 | 182 | 357 | 424 | 345 | 203 | 582 | 399 | 3396 | 374 | 390 | 501 | 219 | 343 | 417 | 402 | 162 | 504 | 3312 | 6,708 |
Blue | 128 | 70.1 | 344 | 532 | 167 | 341 | 401 | 316 | 171 | 519 | 347 | 3138 | 355 | 372 | 484 | 205 | 328 | 382 | 381 | 156 | 478 | 3141 | 6,279 |
White | 123 | 69.1 | 338 | 517 | 152 | 323 | 380 | 302 | 159 | 497 | 325 | 2993 | 336 | 354 | 467 | 191 | 313 | 359 | 360 | 138 | 452 | 2970 | 5,963 |
BlackWomen's | 124 | 72.3 | 306 | 481 | 137 | 306 | 342 | 288 | 147 | 475 | 303 | 2785 | 293 | 336 | 450 | 177 | 298 | 336 | 339 | 120 | 426 | 2775 | 5,560 |
BlackMen's | 118 | 67.1 | 306 | 481 | 137 | 306 | 342 | 288 | 147 | 475 | 303 | 2785 | 293 | 336 | 450 | 177 | 298 | 336 | 339 | 120 | 426 | 2775 | 5,560 |
Red | 115 | 67.8 | 281 | 410 | 122 | 289 | 286 | 256 | 124 | 364 | 271 | 2403 | 235 | 296 | 381 | 163 | 283 | 285 | 284 | 102 | 342 | 2371 | 4,774 |
Red | 113 | 63.0 | 281 | 410 | 122 | 289 | 286 | 256 | 124 | 364 | 271 | 2403 | 235 | 296 | 381 | 163 | 283 | 285 | 284 | 102 | 342 | 2371 | 4,774 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Francis Lake Golf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,708 | 131 | 72.2 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,279 | 128 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
White | 5,963 | 123 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Black | 5,560 | 124 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
Black | 5,560 | 118 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,774 | 115 | 67.8 | 25+ |
Red | 4,774 | 113 | 63.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Francis Lake Golf Club
Francis Lake Golf 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 Francis Lake Golf 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 Francis Lake Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Francis Lake Golf Club is a semi private golf course located in Lake Park, GA.
How many holes does Francis Lake Golf Club have?expand_more
Francis Lake Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1973. The course was designed by Willard Byrd.
What is the yardage at Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Francis Lake Golf Club plays to 5,963 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,774 to 6,708 yards.
What is the slope rating at Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Francis Lake Golf Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Francis Lake Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.francislakegolfclub.com/ or call 912-559-7961 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Francis Lake Golf Club offer?expand_more
Francis Lake Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Francis Lake Golf Club located?expand_more
Francis Lake Golf Club is located at 5366 Golf Dr in Lake Park, GA 31636. You can reach them at 912-559-7961.
What is the difficulty level at Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Francis Lake Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 33% 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 Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Francis Lake Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Gold tees (6,708 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,774 yards, slope 113) 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 Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Francis Lake Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,774 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Black tees (slope 124, rating 72.3) at Francis Lake Golf Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. 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 Francis Lake Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Francis Lake 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.