Hunting Creek Golf Course
About Hunting Creek Golf Course
Hunting Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Prospect, Kentucky (40059). The course was designed by Ben Wihry and established in 1965. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,057 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 75.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 150, Hunting Creek Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in Kentucky, playing harder than 95% 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 12 tee sets ranging from 4,573 to 7,057 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
7,057
Slope
140
Rating
75.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
150
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 140 | 75.0 | 401 | 196 | 503 | 455 | 360 | 543 | 211 | 471 | 428 | 3568 | 395 | 523 | 159 | 450 | 400 | 563 | 374 | 175 | 450 | 3489 | 7,057 |
White | 150 | 80.5 | 367 | 174 | 491 | 433 | 346 | 531 | 192 | 436 | 392 | 3362 | 382 | 507 | 148 | 425 | 387 | 529 | 357 | 167 | 439 | 3341 | 6,703 |
White | 138 | 73.3 | 367 | 174 | 491 | 433 | 346 | 531 | 192 | 436 | 392 | 3362 | 382 | 507 | 148 | 425 | 387 | 529 | 357 | 167 | 439 | 3341 | 6,703 |
Green | 142 | 78.2 | 351 | 162 | 491 | 384 | 346 | 480 | 181 | 398 | 382 | 3175 | 382 | 467 | 131 | 404 | 344 | 523 | 297 | 158 | 404 | 3110 | 6,285 |
Green | 131 | 71.3 | 351 | 162 | 491 | 384 | 346 | 480 | 181 | 398 | 382 | 3175 | 382 | 467 | 131 | 404 | 344 | 523 | 297 | 158 | 404 | 3110 | 6,285 |
Gold | 134 | 74.9 | 297 | 142 | 413 | 376 | 294 | 480 | 181 | 392 | 312 | 2887 | 328 | 467 | 124 | 345 | 337 | 431 | 297 | 158 | 398 | 2885 | 5,772 |
Gold | 126 | 68.9 | 297 | 142 | 413 | 376 | 294 | 480 | 181 | 392 | 312 | 2887 | 328 | 467 | 124 | 345 | 337 | 431 | 297 | 158 | 398 | 2885 | 5,772 |
Gold/Silver | 128 | 72.1 | 297 | 142 | 413 | 246 | 294 | 480 | 181 | 314 | 312 | 2679 | 328 | 467 | 124 | 345 | 259 | 431 | 297 | 158 | 250 | 2659 | 5,338 |
Gold/Silver | 117 | 66.8 | 297 | 142 | 413 | 246 | 294 | 480 | 181 | 314 | 312 | 2679 | 328 | 467 | 124 | 345 | 259 | 431 | 297 | 158 | 250 | 2659 | 5,338 |
Silver | 127 | 70.9 | 298 | 142 | 406 | 246 | 290 | 446 | 163 | 314 | 304 | 2609 | 325 | 450 | 113 | 342 | 259 | 420 | 290 | 144 | 250 | 2593 | 5,202 |
Silver | 115 | 66.0 | 298 | 142 | 406 | 246 | 290 | 446 | 163 | 314 | 304 | 2609 | 325 | 450 | 113 | 342 | 259 | 420 | 290 | 144 | 250 | 2593 | 5,202 |
Bronze | 120 | 67.7 | 298 | 142 | 350 | 246 | 290 | 222 | 163 | 200 | 304 | 2215 | 325 | 375 | 113 | 342 | 259 | 350 | 200 | 144 | 250 | 2358 | 4,573 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Hunting Creek Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,057 | 140 | 75.0 | 0-5 |
White | 6,703 | 150 | 80.5 | 0-5 |
White | 6,703 | 138 | 73.3 | 0-5 |
Green | 6,285 | 142 | 78.2 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,285 | 131 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,772 | 134 | 74.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,772 | 126 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Gold/Silver | 5,338 | 128 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Gold/Silver | 5,338 | 117 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,202 | 127 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,202 | 115 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 4,573 | 120 | 67.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Hunting Creek Golf Course
Hunting Creek Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Hunting Creek Golf Course. 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 Hunting Creek Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Hunting Creek Golf Course is a public golf course located in Prospect, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Hunting Creek Golf Course have?expand_more
Hunting Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1965. The course was designed by Ben Wihry.
What is the yardage at Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Hunting Creek Golf Course plays to 6,703 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,573 to 7,057 yards.
What is the slope rating at Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Hunting Creek Golf Course have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 75.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Hunting Creek Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Hunting Creek Golf Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.huntingcreekcc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Hunting Creek Golf Course offer?expand_more
Hunting Creek Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Hunting Creek Golf Course located?expand_more
Hunting Creek Golf Course is located at 6807 Foxcroft Road in Prospect, KY 40059. You can reach them at +1-502-228-1106.
What is the difficulty level at Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Hunting Creek Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 150. It plays harder than 95% 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 Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Hunting Creek Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (7,057 yards, slope 140) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Bronze tees (4,573 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 Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Hunting Creek Golf Course should play the Bronze tees, which play 4,573 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 Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 126, rating 68.9) at Hunting Creek Golf Course would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Hunting Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Hunting Creek 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.