Lake Barton Golf Course
Course at a glance
Lake Barton Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Great Bend, Kansas (67530). The course was designed by Harry Robb and opened in 1916. From the Blue tees, Lake Barton Golf Course plays to 5,526 yards at par 71. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,089 to 5,526 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 73.7, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 41% of rated golf courses in Kansas. 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 1-10 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Lake Barton Golf Course.
About Lake Barton Golf Course
Lake Barton Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Great Bend, Kansas (67530). The course was designed by Harry Robb and established in 1916. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 5,526 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 129, Lake Barton Golf Course is more accessible than most courses in Kansas. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,089 to 5,526 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
71
Length
5,526
Slope
129
Rating
73.7
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
129
This Course
131
KS Average
113
US Average
Based on 173 rated courses in Kansas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlueWomen's | 129 | 73.7 | 301 | 479 | 445 | 345 | 176 | 342 | 135 | 540 | 152 | 2915 | 328 | 491 | 170 | 279 | 259 | 278 | 206 | 276 | 324 | 2611 | 5,526 |
BlueMen's | 121 | 67.7 | 301 | 479 | 445 | 345 | 176 | 342 | 135 | 540 | 152 | 2915 | 328 | 491 | 170 | 279 | 259 | 278 | 206 | 276 | 324 | 2611 | 5,526 |
GoldWomen's | 121 | 71.3 | 301 | 465 | 440 | 340 | 170 | 282 | 135 | 435 | 135 | 2703 | 310 | 421 | 128 | 267 | 253 | 273 | 195 | 261 | 320 | 2428 | 5,131 |
GoldMen's | 114 | 66.0 | 301 | 465 | 440 | 340 | 170 | 282 | 135 | 435 | 135 | 2703 | 310 | 421 | 128 | 267 | 253 | 273 | 195 | 261 | 320 | 2428 | 5,131 |
Red | 120 | 71.0 | 301 | 465 | 445 | 345 | 176 | 282 | 129 | 453 | 112 | 2708 | 292 | 421 | 128 | 260 | 259 | 278 | 147 | 276 | 320 | 2381 | 5,089 |
Red | 114 | 65.8 | 301 | 465 | 445 | 345 | 176 | 282 | 129 | 453 | 112 | 2708 | 292 | 421 | 128 | 260 | 259 | 278 | 147 | 276 | 320 | 2381 | 5,089 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Barton Golf Course offers 6 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 | 5,526 | 129 | 73.7 | 20-30 |
Blue | 5,526 | 121 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,131 | 121 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,131 | 114 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,089 | 120 | 71.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,089 | 114 | 65.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Lake Barton Golf Course
Lake Barton Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Lake Barton Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Barton Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Barton Golf Course is a semi private golf course located in Great Bend, KS.
How many holes does Lake Barton Golf Course have?expand_more
Lake Barton Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1916. The course was designed by Harry Robb.
What is the yardage at Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
From the Blue tees, Lake Barton Golf Course plays to 5,526 yards (par 71). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,089 to 5,526 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Lake Barton Golf Course have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Barton Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 316-653-4255 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Barton Golf Course offer?expand_more
Lake Barton Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Barton Golf Course located?expand_more
Lake Barton Golf Course is located at N Hwy 281 in Great Bend, KS 67530. You can reach them at 316-653-4255.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
Lake Barton Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 129. It plays harder than 41% of golf courses in Kansas. The average slope rating in Kansas is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
Lake Barton Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (5,526 yards, slope 129) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Red tees (5,089 yards, slope 114) 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 Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Barton Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,089 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 114, rating 66.0) at Lake Barton Golf Course would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 81. 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 Lake Barton Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Barton Golf Course 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.