Boone's Trace National Golf Club
Course at a glance
Boone's Trace National Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Richmond, Kentucky (40475). The course was designed by David Pfaff and opened in 1999. From the Gold tees, Boone's Trace National Golf Club plays to 6,749 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 3,956 to 6,749 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 64% 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Boone's Trace National Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Boone's Trace National Golf Club
Boone's Trace National Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Richmond, Kentucky (40475). The course was designed by David Pfaff and established in 1999. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,749 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.2.
Walking is permitted.
Boone's Trace National Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 3,956 to 6,749 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
6,749
Slope
136
Rating
73.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
132
KY Average
113
US Average
Based on 124 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 | 136 | 73.2 | 537 | 418 | 380 | 187 | 407 | 500 | 388 | 175 | 395 | 3387 | 573 | 362 | 420 | 495 | 134 | 398 | 400 | 177 | 403 | 3362 | 6,749 |
Blue | 133 | 71.2 | 499 | 397 | 363 | 162 | 396 | 480 | 371 | 169 | 376 | 3213 | 522 | 347 | 391 | 479 | 121 | 352 | 379 | 161 | 380 | 3132 | 6,345 |
WhiteWomen's | 133 | 75.3 | 483 | 375 | 345 | 148 | 386 | 447 | 351 | 150 | 353 | 3038 | 485 | 335 | 380 | 450 | 111 | 330 | 371 | 149 | 357 | 2968 | 6,006 |
WhiteMen's | 128 | 69.8 | 483 | 375 | 345 | 148 | 386 | 447 | 351 | 150 | 353 | 3038 | 485 | 335 | 380 | 450 | 111 | 330 | 371 | 149 | 357 | 2968 | 6,006 |
GreenWomen's | 129 | 73.1 | 450 | 350 | 326 | 133 | 353 | 410 | 330 | 127 | 332 | 2811 | 451 | 317 | 365 | 428 | 102 | 318 | 351 | 135 | 337 | 2804 | 5,615 |
GreenMen's | 119 | 67.9 | 450 | 350 | 326 | 133 | 353 | 410 | 330 | 127 | 332 | 2811 | 451 | 317 | 365 | 428 | 102 | 318 | 351 | 135 | 337 | 2804 | 5,615 |
Red | 118 | 68.5 | 411 | 292 | 288 | 118 | 318 | 376 | 265 | 101 | 299 | 2468 | 422 | 283 | 331 | 375 | 73 | 282 | 255 | 82 | 308 | 2411 | 4,879 |
Red | 111 | 64.0 | 411 | 292 | 288 | 118 | 318 | 376 | 265 | 101 | 299 | 2468 | 422 | 283 | 331 | 375 | 73 | 282 | 255 | 82 | 308 | 2411 | 4,879 |
Pink | 103 | 63.1 | 329 | 250 | 196 | 113 | 234 | 298 | 226 | 96 | 223 | 1965 | 363 | 225 | 254 | 273 | 70 | 243 | 217 | 80 | 266 | 1991 | 3,956 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Boone's Trace National Golf Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,749 | 136 | 73.2 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,345 | 133 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,006 | 133 | 75.3 | 12-22 |
White | 6,006 | 128 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,615 | 129 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,615 | 119 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,879 | 118 | 68.5 | 25+ |
Red | 4,879 | 111 | 64.0 | 25+ |
Pink | 3,956 | 103 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Boone's Trace National Golf Club
Boone's Trace National Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Boone's Trace National Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boone's Trace National Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Boone's Trace National Golf Club is a public golf course located in Richmond, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Boone's Trace National Golf Club have?
Boone's Trace National Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1999. The course was designed by David Pfaff.
What is the yardage at Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
From the White tees, Boone's Trace National Golf Club plays to 6,006 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 3,956 to 6,749 yards.
What is the slope rating at Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
The Gold tees at Boone's Trace National Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Boone's Trace National Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
Contact the course directly or call 859-623-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Boone's Trace National Golf Club offer?
Boone's Trace National Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Boone's Trace National Golf Club located?
Boone's Trace National Golf Club is located at 175 Gleneagles Blvd. in Richmond, KY 40475. You can reach them at 859-623-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
Boone's Trace National Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 64% 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 Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
Boone's Trace National Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Gold tees (6,749 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Pink tees (3,956 yards, slope 103) 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 Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
Beginners at Boone's Trace National Golf Club should play the Pink tees, which play 3,956 yards with a slope of 103. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Green tees (slope 129, rating 73.1) at Boone's Trace National Golf Club has a course handicap of 18, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Boone's Trace National Golf Club?
A typical round at Boone's Trace National 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.