Tanglewood Golf Course
Course at a glance
Tanglewood Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Taylorsville, Kentucky (40071). The course was designed by Buck Blankenship and opened in 1983. From the Blue tees, Tanglewood Golf Course plays to 6,479 yards at par 72. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 4,642 to 6,479 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 67% 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. Tee times at Tanglewood Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Tanglewood Golf Course
Tanglewood Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Taylorsville, Kentucky (40071). The course was designed by Buck Blankenship and established in 1983. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,479 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.2.
Walking is permitted.
Tanglewood Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, 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 4,642 to 6,479 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
6,479
Slope
131
Rating
71.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 131 | 71.2 | 442 | 198 | 344 | 381 | 390 | 510 | 181 | 302 | 353 | 3101 | 272 | 407 | 250 | 482 | 558 | 187 | 548 | 381 | 293 | 3378 | 6,479 |
WhiteWomen's | 137 | 75.7 | 434 | 187 | 333 | 342 | 384 | 500 | 172 | 294 | 349 | 2995 | 263 | 398 | 218 | 474 | 551 | 181 | 504 | 372 | 287 | 3248 | 6,243 |
WhiteMen's | 129 | 70.1 | 434 | 187 | 333 | 342 | 384 | 500 | 172 | 294 | 349 | 2995 | 263 | 398 | 218 | 474 | 551 | 181 | 504 | 372 | 287 | 3248 | 6,243 |
Gold | 123 | 67.1 | 419 | 152 | 311 | 261 | 372 | 480 | 153 | 278 | 341 | 2767 | 238 | 374 | 169 | 447 | 405 | 169 | 388 | 354 | 265 | 2809 | 5,576 |
Red | 117 | 66.8 | 402 | 144 | 223 | 205 | 252 | 374 | 134 | 262 | 182 | 2178 | 231 | 269 | 147 | 354 | 401 | 157 | 381 | 336 | 188 | 2464 | 4,642 |
Red - Juniors | 115 | 63.1 | 402 | 144 | 223 | 205 | 252 | 374 | 134 | 262 | 182 | 2178 | 231 | 269 | 147 | 354 | 401 | 157 | 381 | 336 | 188 | 2464 | 4,642 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 15 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Tanglewood 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 | 6,479 | 131 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,243 | 137 | 75.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,243 | 129 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,576 | 123 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,642 | 117 | 66.8 | 25+ |
Red - Juniors | 4,642 | 115 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Tanglewood Golf Course
Tanglewood 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 Tanglewood Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tanglewood Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Tanglewood Golf Course is a public golf course located in Taylorsville, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Tanglewood Golf Course have?
Tanglewood Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1983. The course was designed by Buck Blankenship.
What is the yardage at Tanglewood Golf Course?
From the White tees, Tanglewood Golf Course plays to 6,243 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,642 to 6,479 yards.
What is the slope rating at Tanglewood Golf Course?
The Blue tees at Tanglewood Golf Course have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Tanglewood Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Tanglewood Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Tanglewood Golf Course?
Contact the course directly or call 502-477-2468 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Tanglewood Golf Course offer?
Tanglewood Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Tanglewood Golf Course located?
Tanglewood Golf Course is located at 245 Tanglewood Ct in Taylorsville, KY 40071. You can reach them at 502-477-2468.
What is the difficulty level at Tanglewood Golf Course?
Tanglewood Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 67% 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 Tanglewood Golf Course?
Tanglewood Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,479 yards, slope 131) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red - Juniors tees (4,642 yards, slope 115) 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 Tanglewood Golf Course?
Beginners at Tanglewood Golf Course should play the Red - Juniors tees, which play 4,642 yards with a slope of 115. 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 Tanglewood Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 123, rating 67.1) at Tanglewood Golf Course has a course handicap of 11, 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 Tanglewood Golf Course?
A typical round at Tanglewood 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.