Griffin Gate Golf Club
About Griffin Gate Golf Club
Griffin Gate Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lexington, Kentucky (40511). The course was designed by Rees Jones and established in 1981. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,787 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 79.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 145, Griffin Gate Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Kentucky, playing harder than 91% 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 10 tee sets ranging from 4,918 to 6,787 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
6,787
Slope
145
Rating
79.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
145
This Course
132
KY Average
113
US Average
Based on 128 rated courses in Kentucky
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 | 145 | 79.6 | 469 | 162 | 493 | 149 | 460 | 409 | 398 | 238 | 564 | 3342 | 496 | 219 | 562 | 350 | 421 | 208 | 376 | 403 | 410 | 3445 | 6,787 |
Gold | 138 | 73.1 | 469 | 162 | 493 | 149 | 460 | 409 | 398 | 238 | 564 | 3342 | 496 | 219 | 562 | 350 | 421 | 208 | 376 | 403 | 410 | 3445 | 6,787 |
Green | 141 | 77.2 | 468 | 159 | 475 | 149 | 455 | 383 | 400 | 212 | 546 | 3247 | 471 | 190 | 543 | 352 | 411 | 185 | 343 | 364 | 412 | 3271 | 6,518 |
Green | 135 | 71.0 | 468 | 159 | 475 | 149 | 455 | 383 | 400 | 212 | 546 | 3247 | 471 | 190 | 543 | 352 | 411 | 185 | 343 | 364 | 412 | 3271 | 6,518 |
Blue | 137 | 76.4 | 433 | 146 | 480 | 133 | 319 | 383 | 363 | 212 | 542 | 3011 | 469 | 201 | 539 | 319 | 407 | 185 | 340 | 365 | 359 | 3184 | 6,195 |
Blue | 133 | 70.3 | 433 | 146 | 480 | 133 | 319 | 383 | 363 | 212 | 542 | 3011 | 469 | 201 | 539 | 319 | 407 | 185 | 340 | 365 | 359 | 3184 | 6,195 |
White | 132 | 73.9 | 401 | 124 | 448 | 109 | 305 | 363 | 344 | 186 | 504 | 2784 | 444 | 174 | 527 | 291 | 387 | 164 | 319 | 323 | 344 | 2973 | 5,757 |
White | 125 | 68.2 | 401 | 124 | 448 | 109 | 305 | 363 | 344 | 186 | 504 | 2784 | 444 | 174 | 527 | 291 | 387 | 164 | 319 | 323 | 344 | 2973 | 5,757 |
Silver | 126 | 69.0 | 378 | 102 | 420 | 89 | 285 | 314 | 293 | 112 | 385 | 2378 | 376 | 147 | 466 | 276 | 356 | 116 | 243 | 276 | 284 | 2540 | 4,918 |
Silver | 120 | 63.7 | 378 | 102 | 420 | 89 | 285 | 314 | 293 | 112 | 385 | 2378 | 376 | 147 | 466 | 276 | 356 | 116 | 243 | 276 | 284 | 2540 | 4,918 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Griffin Gate Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,787 | 145 | 79.6 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,787 | 138 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Green | 6,518 | 141 | 77.2 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,518 | 135 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,195 | 137 | 76.4 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,195 | 133 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,757 | 132 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
White | 5,757 | 125 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Silver | 4,918 | 126 | 69.0 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,918 | 120 | 63.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Griffin Gate Golf Club
Griffin Gate Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Griffin Gate 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 Griffin Gate Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Griffin Gate Golf Club is a public golf course located in Lexington, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Griffin Gate Golf Club have?expand_more
Griffin Gate Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1981. The course was designed by Rees Jones.
What is the yardage at Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Griffin Gate Golf Club plays to 5,757 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,918 to 6,787 yards.
What is the slope rating at Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Griffin Gate Golf Club have a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 79.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Griffin Gate Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Griffin Gate Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Griffin Gate Golf Club offer?expand_more
Griffin Gate Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Griffin Gate Golf Club located?expand_more
Griffin Gate Golf Club is located at 1800 Newtown Pk in Lexington, KY 40511. You can reach them at 859-288-6193.
What is the difficulty level at Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
Griffin Gate Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 91% of golf courses in Kentucky. The average slope rating in Kentucky is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
Griffin Gate Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Gold tees (6,787 yards, slope 145) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Silver tees (4,918 yards, slope 120) 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 Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Griffin Gate Golf Club should play the Silver tees, which play 4,918 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue tees (slope 133, rating 70.3) at Griffin Gate 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 Griffin Gate Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Griffin Gate 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.