Tam O'Shanter Country Club
Course at a glance
Tam O'Shanter Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in West Bloomfield, Michigan (48323). The course was designed by Wilfrid Reid & William Connellan and opened in 1929. From the BLACK tees, Tam O'Shanter Country Club plays to 6,821 yards at par 72. The course offers 18 sets of tees ranging from 5,144 to 6,821 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 73% of rated golf courses in Michigan. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and poa annua grass fairways. Hazards include 11-20 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Tam O'Shanter Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Tam O'Shanter Country Club
Tam O'Shanter Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in West Bloomfield, Michigan (48323). The course was designed by Wilfrid Reid & William Connellan and established in 1929. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,821 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
Tam O'Shanter Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, putting it in the upper half of courses in Michigan for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 5,144 to 6,821 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.
Golf in Michigan typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,821
Slope
135
Rating
73.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
134
MI Average
113
US Average
Based on 464 rated courses in Michigan
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 | 135 | 73.5 | 406 | 189 | 447 | 488 | 414 | 420 | 351 | 186 | 369 | 3270 | 475 | 199 | 458 | 416 | 419 | 180 | 478 | 511 | 415 | 3551 | 6,821 |
RAMBOUILLET | 133 | 72.7 | 394 | 189 | 433 | 488 | 388 | 410 | 326 | 186 | 369 | 3183 | 475 | 199 | 442 | 401 | 409 | 180 | 478 | 511 | 404 | 3499 | 6,682 |
GOLD | 132 | 72.4 | 394 | 177 | 433 | 488 | 388 | 410 | 326 | 168 | 369 | 3153 | 469 | 190 | 442 | 401 | 409 | 170 | 469 | 511 | 404 | 3465 | 6,618 |
ARMOUR | 131 | 71.9 | 394 | 177 | 433 | 488 | 375 | 410 | 326 | 168 | 345 | 3116 | 469 | 190 | 432 | 401 | 409 | 155 | 460 | 511 | 386 | 3413 | 6,529 |
BLUE | 129 | 71.4 | 394 | 162 | 433 | 474 | 375 | 394 | 326 | 159 | 345 | 3062 | 469 | 182 | 432 | 380 | 409 | 155 | 460 | 475 | 386 | 3348 | 6,410 |
SIMPSON | 128 | 69.7 | 366 | 162 | 380 | 474 | 347 | 367 | 305 | 159 | 327 | 2887 | 469 | 182 | 403 | 342 | 375 | 155 | 460 | 475 | 362 | 3223 | 6,110 |
WHITEWomen's | 139 | 75.3 | 366 | 142 | 380 | 457 | 347 | 367 | 305 | 139 | 327 | 2830 | 448 | 171 | 403 | 342 | 375 | 155 | 418 | 419 | 362 | 3093 | 5,923 |
WHITEMen's | 126 | 68.8 | 366 | 142 | 380 | 457 | 347 | 367 | 305 | 139 | 327 | 2830 | 448 | 171 | 403 | 342 | 375 | 155 | 418 | 419 | 362 | 3093 | 5,923 |
ORLICKWomen's | 132 | 73.3 | 329 | 119 | 335 | 414 | 316 | 367 | 305 | 139 | 327 | 2651 | 427 | 147 | 403 | 296 | 302 | 155 | 418 | 408 | 335 | 2891 | 5,542 |
ORLICKMen's | 119 | 67.0 | 329 | 119 | 335 | 414 | 316 | 367 | 305 | 139 | 327 | 2651 | 427 | 147 | 403 | 296 | 302 | 155 | 418 | 408 | 335 | 2891 | 5,542 |
ORANGEWomen's | 131 | 72.8 | 363 | 134 | 370 | 415 | 315 | 337 | 300 | 132 | 300 | 2666 | 430 | 150 | 305 | 310 | 340 | 150 | 415 | 412 | 338 | 2850 | 5,516 |
ORANGEMen's | 118 | 66.9 | 363 | 134 | 370 | 415 | 315 | 337 | 300 | 132 | 300 | 2666 | 430 | 150 | 305 | 310 | 340 | 150 | 415 | 412 | 338 | 2850 | 5,516 |
ALISONWomen's | 131 | 72.7 | 329 | 142 | 335 | 457 | 316 | 335 | 279 | 139 | 327 | 2659 | 448 | 171 | 304 | 296 | 302 | 155 | 418 | 419 | 335 | 2848 | 5,507 |
ALISONMen's | 118 | 66.8 | 329 | 142 | 335 | 457 | 316 | 335 | 279 | 139 | 327 | 2659 | 448 | 171 | 304 | 296 | 302 | 155 | 418 | 419 | 335 | 2848 | 5,507 |
RED | 129 | 71.6 | 329 | 119 | 335 | 414 | 316 | 335 | 279 | 135 | 293 | 2555 | 427 | 147 | 304 | 296 | 302 | 140 | 399 | 408 | 335 | 2758 | 5,313 |
RED | 113 | 66.0 | 329 | 119 | 335 | 414 | 316 | 335 | 279 | 135 | 293 | 2555 | 427 | 147 | 304 | 296 | 302 | 140 | 399 | 408 | 335 | 2758 | 5,313 |
GREENWomen's | 124 | 70.5 | 329 | 119 | 335 | 414 | 316 | 335 | 279 | 101 | 260 | 2488 | 382 | 132 | 304 | 296 | 302 | 134 | 380 | 391 | 335 | 2656 | 5,144 |
GREENMen's | 110 | 65.3 | 329 | 119 | 335 | 414 | 316 | 335 | 279 | 101 | 260 | 2488 | 382 | 132 | 304 | 296 | 302 | 134 | 380 | 391 | 335 | 2656 | 5,144 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Tam O'Shanter Country Club offers 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,821 | 135 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
RAMBOUILLET | 6,682 | 133 | 72.7 | 5-15 |
GOLD | 6,618 | 132 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
ARMOUR | 6,529 | 131 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,410 | 129 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
SIMPSON | 6,110 | 128 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,923 | 139 | 75.3 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,923 | 126 | 68.8 | 12-22 |
ORLICK | 5,542 | 132 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
ORLICK | 5,542 | 119 | 67.0 | 20-30 |
ORANGE | 5,516 | 131 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
ORANGE | 5,516 | 118 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
ALISON | 5,507 | 131 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
ALISON | 5,507 | 118 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,313 | 129 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,313 | 113 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,144 | 124 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 5,144 | 110 | 65.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Tam O'Shanter Country Club
Tam O'Shanter Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Tam O'Shanter Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tam O'Shanter Country Club a public or private golf course?
Tam O'Shanter Country Club is a private golf course located in West Bloomfield, MI. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Tam O'Shanter Country Club have?
Tam O'Shanter Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1929. The course was designed by Wilfrid Reid & William Connellan.
What is the yardage at Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
From the WHITE tees, Tam O'Shanter Country Club plays to 5,923 yards (par 72). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 5,144 to 6,821 yards.
What is the slope rating at Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
The BLACK tees at Tam O'Shanter Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Tam O'Shanter Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.tamoshantercc.org/ or call 248-855-1900 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Tam O'Shanter Country Club offer?
Tam O'Shanter Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Tam O'Shanter Country Club located?
Tam O'Shanter Country Club is located at 5051 Orchard Lake Road in West Bloomfield, MI 48323. You can reach them at 248-855-1900.
What is the difficulty level at Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
Tam O'Shanter Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 73% of golf courses in Michigan. The average slope rating in Michigan is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
Tam O'Shanter Country Club offers 18 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,821 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. GREEN tees (5,144 yards, slope 110) 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 Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
Beginners at Tam O'Shanter Country Club should play the GREEN tees, which play 5,144 yards with a slope of 110. 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 Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the ORLICK tees (slope 119, rating 67.0) at Tam O'Shanter Country Club 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 Tam O'Shanter Country Club?
A typical round at Tam O'Shanter Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.