Kinderlou Forest Golf Club
About Kinderlou Forest Golf Club
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Valdosta, Georgia (31601). The course was designed by Davis Love III and established in 2004. From the Green tees, the course plays to 7,231 yards with a par of 72. The Green tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.9.
Walking is permitted.
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,715 to 7,231 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
7,231
Slope
138
Rating
74.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 138 | 74.9 | 382 | 574 | 464 | 641 | 171 | 394 | 335 | 181 | 444 | 3586 | 414 | 541 | 438 | 435 | 538 | 208 | 427 | 192 | 452 | 3645 | 7,231 |
Blue | 127 | 71.2 | 350 | 519 | 390 | 591 | 142 | 365 | 306 | 148 | 403 | 3214 | 359 | 512 | 378 | 401 | 492 | 180 | 395 | 164 | 384 | 3265 | 6,479 |
White | 129 | 74.3 | 335 | 506 | 346 | 504 | 111 | 340 | 278 | 134 | 371 | 2925 | 325 | 484 | 351 | 369 | 453 | 150 | 358 | 141 | 343 | 2974 | 5,899 |
White | 121 | 68.9 | 335 | 506 | 346 | 504 | 111 | 340 | 278 | 134 | 371 | 2925 | 325 | 484 | 351 | 369 | 453 | 150 | 358 | 141 | 343 | 2974 | 5,899 |
Gold | 123 | 70.5 | 297 | 468 | 301 | 465 | 79 | 305 | 245 | 113 | 285 | 2558 | 316 | 457 | 315 | 334 | 403 | 106 | 334 | 116 | 291 | 2672 | 5,230 |
Gold | 114 | 65.7 | 297 | 468 | 301 | 465 | 79 | 305 | 245 | 113 | 285 | 2558 | 316 | 457 | 315 | 334 | 403 | 106 | 334 | 116 | 291 | 2672 | 5,230 |
Black | 117 | 67.3 | 258 | 403 | 301 | 312 | 79 | 222 | 245 | 113 | 285 | 2218 | 278 | 457 | 270 | 303 | 403 | 106 | 273 | 116 | 291 | 2497 | 4,715 |
Black | 108 | 63.5 | 258 | 403 | 301 | 312 | 79 | 222 | 245 | 113 | 285 | 2218 | 278 | 457 | 270 | 303 | 403 | 106 | 273 | 116 | 291 | 2497 | 4,715 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 18 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 7,231 | 138 | 74.9 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,479 | 127 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 5,899 | 129 | 74.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,899 | 121 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,230 | 123 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,230 | 114 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Black | 4,715 | 117 | 67.3 | 25+ |
Black | 4,715 | 108 | 63.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Kinderlou 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 Kinderlou Forest Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club is a public golf course located in Valdosta, GA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Kinderlou Forest Golf Club have?expand_more
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2004. The course was designed by Davis Love III.
What is the yardage at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Kinderlou Forest Golf Club plays to 5,899 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,715 to 7,231 yards.
What is the slope rating at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
The Green tees at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Kinderlou Forest Golf Club offer?expand_more
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Kinderlou Forest Golf Club located?expand_more
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club is located at 4005 Bear Lake Rd in Valdosta, GA 31601. You can reach them at 229-219-2300.
What is the difficulty level at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 69% 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 Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Kinderlou Forest Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Green tees (7,231 yards, slope 138) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Black tees (4,715 yards, slope 108) 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 Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club should play the Black tees, which play 4,715 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 123, rating 70.5) at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Kinderlou Forest Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Kinderlou 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.