Elks Country Club
Course at a glance
Elks Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Columbus, Nebraska (68901). The course was designed by Dick Phelps and opened in 1901. From the Blue tees, Elks Country Club plays to 6,600 yards at par 72. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,369 to 6,600 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 72.3, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 53% of rated golf courses in Nebraska. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 11-20 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Elks Country Club.
About Elks Country Club
Elks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Columbus, Nebraska (68901). The course was designed by Dick Phelps and established in 1901. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,600 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 72.3.
Walking is permitted.
Elks Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 124, putting it in the upper half of courses in Nebraska for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,369 to 6,600 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 Nebraska 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
6,600
Slope
122
Rating
72.3
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
124
This Course
124
NE Average
113
US Average
Based on 117 rated courses in Nebraska
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 122 | 72.3 | 362 | 408 | 493 | 160 | 403 | 500 | 363 | 185 | 369 | 3243 | 354 | 146 | 335 | 527 | 445 | 510 | 380 | 210 | 450 | 3357 | 6,600 |
White | 120 | 70.2 | 350 | 390 | 481 | 142 | 390 | 471 | 353 | 153 | 350 | 3080 | 343 | 133 | 320 | 513 | 400 | 484 | 360 | 178 | 415 | 3146 | 6,226 |
GoldWomen's | 124 | 73.5 | 342 | 375 | 460 | 130 | 370 | 455 | 343 | 140 | 340 | 2955 | 334 | 133 | 295 | 425 | 342 | 430 | 345 | 165 | 328 | 2797 | 5,752 |
GoldMen's | 115 | 68.2 | 342 | 375 | 460 | 130 | 370 | 455 | 343 | 140 | 340 | 2955 | 334 | 133 | 295 | 425 | 342 | 430 | 345 | 165 | 328 | 2797 | 5,752 |
Red | 119 | 71.1 | 342 | 320 | 415 | 130 | 330 | 415 | 300 | 106 | 315 | 2673 | 334 | 119 | 295 | 425 | 342 | 430 | 280 | 143 | 328 | 2696 | 5,369 |
Red | 109 | 66.5 | 342 | 320 | 415 | 130 | 330 | 415 | 300 | 106 | 315 | 2673 | 334 | 119 | 295 | 425 | 342 | 430 | 280 | 143 | 328 | 2696 | 5,369 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 14 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 1 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Elks Country Club offers 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,600 | 122 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,226 | 120 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,752 | 124 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,752 | 115 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,369 | 119 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,369 | 109 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Elks Country Club
Elks Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Elks Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elks Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Elks Country Club is a public golf course located in Columbus, NE. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Elks Country Club have?expand_more
Elks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1901. The course was designed by Dick Phelps.
What is the yardage at Elks Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Elks Country Club plays to 6,226 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,369 to 6,600 yards.
What is the slope rating at Elks Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Elks Country Club have a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 72.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Elks Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Elks Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Elks Country Club?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 402-462-6116 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Elks Country Club offer?expand_more
Elks Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Elks Country Club located?expand_more
Elks Country Club is located at 1001 N 6th Ave in Columbus, NE 68901. You can reach them at 402-462-6116.
What is the difficulty level at Elks Country Club?expand_more
Elks Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 124. It plays harder than 53% of golf courses in Nebraska. The average slope rating in Nebraska is 124. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Elks Country Club?expand_more
Elks Country Club offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,600 yards, slope 122) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,369 yards, slope 109) 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 Elks Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Elks Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,369 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Elks Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 115, rating 68.2) at Elks Country Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. This uses the 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 Elks Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Elks 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.