Bayou Desiard Country Club
About Bayou Desiard Country Club
Bayou Desiard Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Monroe, Louisiana (71201). The course was designed by Perry & Press Maxwell and established in 1949. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 7,092 yards with a par of 72. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
Bayou Desiard Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Louisiana for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,419 to 7,092 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.
Louisiana offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
7,092
Slope
131
Rating
74.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
131
LA Average
113
US Average
Based on 76 rated courses in Louisiana
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 131 | 74.5 | 376 | 388 | 554 | 200 | 416 | 544 | 406 | 458 | 174 | 3516 | 415 | 414 | 390 | 434 | 597 | 129 | 553 | 208 | 436 | 3576 | 7,092 |
Black | 125 | 73.8 | 376 | 388 | 517 | 200 | 377 | 544 | 406 | 416 | 174 | 3398 | 415 | 414 | 390 | 406 | 563 | 123 | 553 | 208 | 436 | 3508 | 6,906 |
Black/Blue | 123 | 72.4 | 376 | 388 | 497 | 174 | 360 | 544 | 406 | 378 | 174 | 3297 | 394 | 414 | 350 | 392 | 524 | 123 | 553 | 175 | 408 | 3333 | 6,630 |
Blue | 135 | 77.3 | 359 | 366 | 497 | 174 | 360 | 499 | 369 | 378 | 155 | 3157 | 394 | 396 | 350 | 392 | 524 | 109 | 522 | 175 | 408 | 3270 | 6,427 |
Blue | 122 | 71.5 | 359 | 366 | 497 | 174 | 360 | 499 | 369 | 378 | 155 | 3157 | 394 | 396 | 350 | 392 | 524 | 109 | 522 | 175 | 408 | 3270 | 6,427 |
Blue/Gold | 130 | 74.8 | 343 | 354 | 482 | 174 | 316 | 499 | 346 | 342 | 155 | 3011 | 394 | 327 | 339 | 327 | 475 | 109 | 480 | 175 | 349 | 2975 | 5,986 |
Blue/Gold | 118 | 69.7 | 343 | 354 | 482 | 174 | 316 | 499 | 346 | 342 | 155 | 3011 | 394 | 327 | 339 | 327 | 475 | 109 | 480 | 175 | 349 | 2975 | 5,986 |
Gold | 128 | 74.0 | 343 | 354 | 482 | 136 | 316 | 467 | 346 | 342 | 145 | 2931 | 358 | 327 | 339 | 327 | 475 | 101 | 480 | 141 | 349 | 2897 | 5,828 |
Gold | 117 | 68.8 | 343 | 354 | 482 | 136 | 316 | 467 | 346 | 342 | 145 | 2931 | 358 | 327 | 339 | 327 | 475 | 101 | 480 | 141 | 349 | 2897 | 5,828 |
White | 111 | 66.4 | 318 | 321 | 430 | 129 | 283 | 436 | 315 | 336 | 100 | 2668 | 353 | 301 | 309 | 286 | 470 | 73 | 445 | 116 | 316 | 2669 | 5,337 |
White | 119 | 71.4 | 318 | 311 | 430 | 129 | 283 | 436 | 315 | 336 | 100 | 2658 | 353 | 301 | 309 | 286 | 470 | 73 | 445 | 116 | 316 | 2669 | 5,327 |
Green | 110 | 66.0 | 262 | 255 | 364 | 129 | 229 | 376 | 250 | 259 | 100 | 2224 | 282 | 259 | 223 | 220 | 394 | 73 | 360 | 116 | 268 | 2195 | 4,419 |
Green | 100 | 62.8 | 262 | 255 | 364 | 129 | 229 | 376 | 250 | 259 | 100 | 2224 | 282 | 259 | 223 | 220 | 394 | 73 | 360 | 116 | 268 | 2195 | 4,419 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 17 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bayou Desiard Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 7,092 | 131 | 74.5 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,906 | 125 | 73.8 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,630 | 123 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,427 | 135 | 77.3 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,427 | 122 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Blue/Gold | 5,986 | 130 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
Blue/Gold | 5,986 | 118 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,828 | 128 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,828 | 117 | 68.8 | 12-22 |
White | 5,337 | 111 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
White | 5,327 | 119 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,419 | 110 | 66.0 | 25+ |
Green | 4,419 | 100 | 62.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Bayou Desiard Country Club
Bayou Desiard Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Bayou Desiard Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bayou Desiard Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Bayou Desiard Country Club is a public golf course located in Monroe, LA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bayou Desiard Country Club have?expand_more
Bayou Desiard Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1949. The course was designed by Perry & Press Maxwell.
What is the yardage at Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Bayou Desiard Country Club plays to 5,337 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,419 to 7,092 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
The Championship tees at Bayou Desiard Country Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Bayou Desiard Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Bayou Desiard Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Bayou Desiard Country Club offer?expand_more
Bayou Desiard Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bayou Desiard Country Club located?expand_more
Bayou Desiard Country Club is located at 3501 Forshythe Ave in Monroe, LA 71201. You can reach them at 318-322-2127.
What is the difficulty level at Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
Bayou Desiard Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 63% of golf courses in Louisiana. The average slope rating in Louisiana is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
Bayou Desiard Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Championship tees (7,092 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,419 yards, slope 100) 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 Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Bayou Desiard Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,419 yards with a slope of 100. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue/Gold tees (slope 118, rating 69.7) at Bayou Desiard Country Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Bayou Desiard Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Bayou Desiard Country 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.