Lion Hills
Course at a glance
Lion Hills is an 18-hole golf course in Columbus, Mississippi (39705). From the Black tees, Lion Hills plays to 6,410 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 3,483 to 6,410 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.2, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 74% of rated golf courses in Mississippi. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Lion Hills are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Lion Hills
Lion Hills is a 18-hole golf course located in Columbus, Mississippi (39705).. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,410 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.2.
Walking is permitted.
Lion Hills offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 133, putting it in the upper half of courses in Mississippi for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 3,483 to 6,410 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
6,410
Slope
129
Rating
71.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
133
This Course
125
MS Average
113
US Average
Based on 77 rated courses in Mississippi
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 | 129 | 71.2 | 486 | 313 | 345 | 175 | 510 | 212 | 472 | 407 | 159 | 3079 | 437 | 375 | 167 | 388 | 497 | 365 | 194 | 516 | 392 | 3331 | 6,410 |
White | 127 | 69.6 | 461 | 291 | 343 | 151 | 495 | 169 | 452 | 372 | 137 | 2871 | 420 | 367 | 158 | 372 | 479 | 346 | 185 | 502 | 364 | 3193 | 6,064 |
GoldWomen's | 133 | 72.1 | 425 | 270 | 315 | 139 | 448 | 151 | 415 | 347 | 122 | 2632 | 378 | 327 | 140 | 326 | 465 | 321 | 159 | 456 | 319 | 2891 | 5,523 |
GoldMen's | 119 | 67.0 | 425 | 270 | 315 | 139 | 448 | 151 | 415 | 347 | 122 | 2632 | 378 | 327 | 140 | 326 | 465 | 321 | 159 | 456 | 319 | 2891 | 5,523 |
Red | 124 | 68.8 | 422 | 251 | 310 | 130 | 384 | 134 | 410 | 259 | 110 | 2410 | 311 | 270 | 129 | 267 | 432 | 289 | 154 | 403 | 314 | 2569 | 4,979 |
Red | 109 | 63.5 | 422 | 251 | 310 | 130 | 384 | 134 | 410 | 259 | 110 | 2410 | 311 | 270 | 129 | 267 | 432 | 289 | 154 | 403 | 314 | 2569 | 4,979 |
JuniorWomen's | 104 | 60.3 | 285 | 178 | 242 | 100 | 325 | 70 | 222 | 213 | 70 | 1705 | 236 | 195 | 120 | 190 | 300 | 192 | 83 | 278 | 184 | 1778 | 3,483 |
JuniorMen's | 97 | 58.4 | 285 | 178 | 242 | 100 | 325 | 70 | 222 | 213 | 70 | 1705 | 236 | 195 | 120 | 190 | 300 | 192 | 83 | 278 | 184 | 1778 | 3,483 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lion Hills offers 8 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 | 6,410 | 129 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,064 | 127 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,523 | 133 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,523 | 119 | 67.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,979 | 124 | 68.8 | 25+ |
Red | 4,979 | 109 | 63.5 | 25+ |
Junior | 3,483 | 104 | 60.3 | 25+ |
Junior | 3,483 | 97 | 58.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lion Hills
Lion Hills features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Lion Hills. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lion Hills a public or private golf course?
Lion Hills is a public golf course located in Columbus, MS. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lion Hills have?
Lion Hills is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Lion Hills?
From the White tees, Lion Hills plays to 6,064 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 3,483 to 6,410 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lion Hills?
The Black tees at Lion Hills have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lion Hills?
Yes, walking is allowed at Lion Hills. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lion Hills?
Visit the official course website at https://www.eastms.edu/community/lion-hills/Pages/default.aspx or call +1-662-328-4837 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lion Hills offer?
Lion Hills offers a pro shop.
Where is Lion Hills located?
Lion Hills is located at 2331 Military Road in Columbus, MS 39705. You can reach them at +1-662-328-4837.
What is the difficulty level at Lion Hills?
Lion Hills is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 133. It plays harder than 74% of golf courses in Mississippi. The average slope rating in Mississippi is 125. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lion Hills?
Lion Hills offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,410 yards, slope 129) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Junior tees (3,483 yards, slope 97) 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 Lion Hills?
Beginners at Lion Hills should play the Junior tees, which play 3,483 yards with a slope of 97. 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 Lion Hills?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Red tees (slope 124, rating 68.8) at Lion Hills has a course handicap of 13, 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 Lion Hills?
A typical round at Lion Hills 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.