Smoky Hill Country Club
About Smoky Hill Country Club
Smoky Hill Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Hays, Kansas (67601). The course was designed by Greg Nash and established in 1971. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,146 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 77.9.
Walking is permitted.
Smoky Hill Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, putting it in the upper half of courses in Kansas for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,095 to 6,146 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
6,146
Slope
138
Rating
77.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
131
KS Average
113
US Average
Based on 175 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 138 | 77.9 | 391 | 501 | 327 | 170 | 431 | 551 | 315 | 202 | 392 | 3280 | 360 | 169 | 337 | 515 | 372 | 352 | 300 | 316 | 145 | 2866 | 6,146 |
Black | 126 | 70.6 | 391 | 501 | 327 | 170 | 431 | 551 | 315 | 202 | 392 | 3280 | 360 | 169 | 337 | 515 | 372 | 352 | 300 | 316 | 145 | 2866 | 6,146 |
WHITE | 134 | 75.5 | 376 | 460 | 307 | 154 | 423 | 534 | 301 | 190 | 366 | 3111 | 340 | 152 | 318 | 500 | 345 | 328 | 278 | 306 | 120 | 2687 | 5,798 |
White | 120 | 68.9 | 376 | 460 | 307 | 154 | 423 | 534 | 301 | 190 | 366 | 3111 | 340 | 152 | 318 | 500 | 345 | 328 | 278 | 306 | 120 | 2687 | 5,798 |
GOLD | 129 | 70.3 | 269 | 423 | 242 | 149 | 419 | 401 | 290 | 141 | 334 | 2668 | 319 | 135 | 314 | 405 | 318 | 305 | 245 | 294 | 92 | 2427 | 5,095 |
Gold | 111 | 65.7 | 269 | 423 | 242 | 149 | 419 | 401 | 290 | 141 | 334 | 2668 | 319 | 135 | 314 | 405 | 318 | 305 | 245 | 294 | 92 | 2427 | 5,095 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 18 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Smoky Hill Country Club offers 6 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,146 | 138 | 77.9 | 12-22 |
Black | 6,146 | 126 | 70.6 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,798 | 134 | 75.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,798 | 120 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,095 | 129 | 70.3 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,095 | 111 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Smoky Hill Country Club
Smoky Hill Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Smoky Hill Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Smoky Hill Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Smoky Hill Country Club is a public golf course located in Hays, KS. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Smoky Hill Country Club have?expand_more
Smoky Hill Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1971. The course was designed by Greg Nash.
What is the yardage at Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Smoky Hill Country Club plays to 5,798 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,095 to 6,146 yards.
What is the slope rating at Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Smoky Hill Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 77.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Smoky Hill Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Smoky Hill Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.smokyhillcc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Smoky Hill Country Club offer?expand_more
Smoky Hill Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Smoky Hill Country Club located?expand_more
Smoky Hill Country Club is located at 3303 N Hall St in Hays, KS 67601. You can reach them at 785-625-8297.
What is the difficulty level at Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
Smoky Hill Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 71% 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 Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
Smoky Hill Country Club offers 6 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,146 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,095 yards, slope 111) 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 Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Smoky Hill Country Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,095 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 120, rating 68.9) at Smoky Hill Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Smoky Hill Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Smoky Hill Country 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.