The Refuge
About The Refuge
The Refuge is a 18-hole golf course located in Flowood, Mississippi (39232). The course was designed by Roy Case. From the I tees, the course plays to 7,005 yards with a par of 72. The I tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 137, The Refuge is one of the more challenging courses in Mississippi, playing harder than 91% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,546 to 7,005 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
7,005
Slope
137
Rating
74.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
I | 137 | 74.7 | 383 | 431 | 454 | 354 | 157 | 594 | 206 | 188 | 577 | 3344 | 405 | 536 | 401 | 341 | 393 | 201 | 371 | 601 | 412 | 3661 | 7,005 |
II | 135 | 71.1 | 322 | 383 | 419 | 317 | 139 | 533 | 192 | 176 | 523 | 3004 | 372 | 481 | 369 | 322 | 362 | 155 | 345 | 533 | 366 | 3305 | 6,309 |
III | 127 | 73.0 | 313 | 347 | 386 | 279 | 124 | 472 | 169 | 142 | 469 | 2701 | 345 | 441 | 328 | 295 | 341 | 124 | 308 | 475 | 312 | 2969 | 5,670 |
III | 122 | 68.1 | 313 | 347 | 386 | 279 | 124 | 472 | 169 | 142 | 469 | 2701 | 345 | 441 | 328 | 295 | 341 | 124 | 308 | 475 | 312 | 2969 | 5,670 |
IV | 122 | 69.9 | 295 | 326 | 345 | 248 | 115 | 441 | 141 | 107 | 429 | 2447 | 313 | 397 | 293 | 277 | 318 | 106 | 263 | 424 | 262 | 2653 | 5,100 |
IV | 111 | 65.1 | 295 | 326 | 345 | 248 | 115 | 441 | 141 | 107 | 429 | 2447 | 313 | 397 | 293 | 277 | 318 | 106 | 263 | 424 | 262 | 2653 | 5,100 |
V | 113 | 66.4 | 264 | 299 | 310 | 223 | 94 | 415 | 113 | 80 | 377 | 2175 | 264 | 372 | 269 | 248 | 284 | 84 | 236 | 385 | 229 | 2371 | 4,546 |
V | 106 | 62.9 | 264 | 299 | 310 | 223 | 94 | 415 | 113 | 80 | 377 | 2175 | 264 | 372 | 269 | 248 | 284 | 84 | 236 | 385 | 229 | 2371 | 4,546 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Refuge offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
I | 7,005 | 137 | 74.7 | 0-5 |
II | 6,309 | 135 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
III | 5,670 | 127 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
III | 5,670 | 122 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
IV | 5,100 | 122 | 69.9 | 20-30 |
IV | 5,100 | 111 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
V | 4,546 | 113 | 66.4 | 25+ |
V | 4,546 | 106 | 62.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Refuge
The Refuge features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Refuge. 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 The Refuge a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Refuge is a public golf course located in Flowood, MS. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Refuge have?expand_more
The Refuge is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Roy Case.
What is the yardage at The Refuge?expand_more
From the I tees, The Refuge plays to 7,005 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,546 to 7,005 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Refuge?expand_more
The I tees at The Refuge have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Refuge?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Refuge. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Refuge?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Refuge. You can also visit their website directly at http://www.watermarkgolf.com/refuge/index.htm. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Refuge offer?expand_more
The Refuge offers a pro shop.
Where is The Refuge located?expand_more
The Refuge is located at 2100 Refuge Boulevard in Flowood, MS 39232. You can reach them at +1 601 664 1414.
What is the difficulty level at The Refuge?expand_more
The Refuge is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 91% 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 The Refuge?expand_more
The Refuge offers 8 tee sets. I tees (7,005 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. V tees (4,546 yards, slope 106) 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 The Refuge?expand_more
Beginners at The Refuge should play the V tees, which play 4,546 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Refuge?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the IV tees (slope 122, rating 69.9) at The Refuge would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 The Refuge?expand_more
A typical round at The Refuge 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.