Lion Hills
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
124
MS Average
113
US Average
Based on 67 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 |
Gold | 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 |
Gold | 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 |
Junior | 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 |
Junior | 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.
| 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.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lion Hills. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lion Hills a public or private golf course?expand_more
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?expand_more
Lion Hills is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Lion Hills?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lion Hills. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lion Hills?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lion Hills. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.eastms.edu/community/lion-hills/Pages/default.aspx. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lion Hills offer?expand_more
Lion Hills offers a pro shop.
Where is Lion Hills located?expand_more
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?expand_more
Lion Hills is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 133. It plays harder than 78% of golf courses in Mississippi. The average slope rating in Mississippi is 124. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lion Hills?expand_more
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?expand_more
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 would a 15-handicap shoot at Lion Hills?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 124, rating 68.8) at Lion Hills 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 Lion Hills?expand_more
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.