Juniper Hill Golf Course
Course at a glance
Juniper Hill Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Frankfort, Kentucky (40601). The course was designed by Buck Blankenship and opened in 1955. From the BLUE tees, Juniper Hill Golf Course plays to 6,167 yards at par 71. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,272 to 6,167 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 74.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 52% of rated golf courses in Kentucky. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass 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 Juniper Hill Golf Course.
About Juniper Hill Golf Course
Juniper Hill Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Frankfort, Kentucky (40601). The course was designed by Buck Blankenship and established in 1955. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,167 yards with a par of 71. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
Juniper Hill Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 132, putting it in the upper half of courses in Kentucky for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,272 to 6,167 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
6,167
Slope
132
Rating
74.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
132
This Course
132
KY Average
113
US Average
Based on 126 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUEWomen's | 132 | 74.5 | 370 | 336 | 495 | 387 | 159 | 330 | 156 | 405 | 350 | 2988 | 469 | 391 | 367 | 381 | 371 | 157 | 391 | 176 | 476 | 3179 | 6,167 |
BLUEMen's | 121 | 68.9 | 370 | 336 | 495 | 387 | 159 | 330 | 156 | 405 | 350 | 2988 | 469 | 391 | 367 | 381 | 371 | 157 | 391 | 176 | 476 | 3179 | 6,167 |
YELLOWWomen's | 123 | 70.6 | 315 | 281 | 447 | 365 | 159 | 310 | 140 | 360 | 295 | 2672 | 395 | 283 | 307 | 281 | 350 | 140 | 360 | 140 | 450 | 2706 | 5,378 |
YELLOWMen's | 109 | 66.0 | 315 | 281 | 447 | 365 | 159 | 310 | 140 | 360 | 295 | 2672 | 395 | 283 | 307 | 281 | 350 | 140 | 360 | 140 | 450 | 2706 | 5,378 |
RED | 121 | 69.4 | 311 | 276 | 442 | 360 | 139 | 301 | 135 | 357 | 293 | 2614 | 391 | 278 | 301 | 277 | 343 | 135 | 353 | 135 | 445 | 2658 | 5,272 |
RED | 108 | 65.9 | 311 | 276 | 442 | 360 | 139 | 301 | 135 | 357 | 293 | 2614 | 391 | 278 | 301 | 277 | 343 | 135 | 353 | 135 | 445 | 2658 | 5,272 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 9 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Juniper Hill 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 | 6,167 | 132 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
BLUE | 6,167 | 121 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
YELLOW | 5,378 | 123 | 70.6 | 20-30 |
YELLOW | 5,378 | 109 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,272 | 121 | 69.4 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,272 | 108 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Juniper Hill Golf Course
Juniper Hill 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 Juniper Hill Golf Course. 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 Juniper Hill Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Juniper Hill Golf Course is a public golf course located in Frankfort, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Juniper Hill Golf Course have?expand_more
Juniper Hill Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1955. The course was designed by Buck Blankenship.
What is the yardage at Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
From the BLUE tees, Juniper Hill Golf Course plays to 6,167 yards (par 71). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,272 to 6,167 yards.
What is the slope rating at Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Juniper Hill Golf Course have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Juniper Hill Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://golf.frankfort.ky.gov/ or call +1-502-875-8559 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Juniper Hill Golf Course offer?expand_more
Juniper Hill Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Juniper Hill Golf Course located?expand_more
Juniper Hill Golf Course is located at 800 Louisville Road in Frankfort, KY 40601. You can reach them at +1-502-875-8559.
What is the difficulty level at Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
Juniper Hill Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 52% 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 Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
Juniper Hill Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,167 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. RED tees (5,272 yards, slope 108) 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 Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Juniper Hill Golf Course should play the RED tees, which play 5,272 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 Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the YELLOW tees (slope 109, rating 66.0) at Juniper Hill Golf Course would have a course handicap of 9 and an expected score of approximately 80. 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 Juniper Hill Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Juniper Hill 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.