Sherwood Park Golf Club
Logo: A dark green tree in front of a paler green tree behind a grey stone wall on a green mound, with a red golf flag to the right, above the black serif wordmark Sherwood Park and Golf Club underlined in red.
Course at a glance
Sherwood Park Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Whangārei, Northland. From the Black tees, Sherwood Park Golf Club plays to 6,555 yards at par 70. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 3,007 to 6,555 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 71.9, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 81% of rated golf courses in Northland. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Tee times at Sherwood Park Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Sherwood Park Golf Club
Sherwood Park Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Whangārei, Northland.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,555 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 132, Sherwood Park Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Northland, playing harder than 81% of rated 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 9 tee sets ranging from 3,007 to 6,555 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
70
Length
6,555
Slope
126
Rating
71.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
132
This Course
127
NTL Average
113
WHS Baseline
Based on 13 rated courses in Northland
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 | 126 | 71.9 | 329 | 425 | 147 | 459 | 444 | 192 | 511 | 425 | 437 | 3369 | 357 | 389 | 504 | 446 | 203 | 301 | 403 | 177 | 406 | 3186 | 6,555 |
BlueMen's | 122 | 70.9 | 329 | 419 | 145 | 479 | 414 | 183 | 511 | 390 | 399 | 3269 | 357 | 382 | 500 | 428 | 196 | 301 | 368 | 171 | 379 | 3082 | 6,351 |
BlueWomen's | 132 | 77.2 | 329 | 419 | 145 | 479 | 414 | 183 | 511 | 390 | 399 | 3269 | 357 | 382 | 500 | 428 | 196 | 301 | 368 | 171 | 379 | 3082 | 6,351 |
WhiteMen's | 118 | 69.7 | 328 | 377 | 139 | 473 | 401 | 176 | 503 | 371 | 388 | 3156 | 351 | 375 | 468 | 414 | 168 | 285 | 356 | 152 | 367 | 2936 | 6,092 |
WhiteWomen's | 129 | 75.8 | 328 | 377 | 139 | 473 | 401 | 176 | 503 | 371 | 388 | 3156 | 351 | 375 | 468 | 414 | 168 | 285 | 356 | 152 | 367 | 2936 | 6,092 |
YellowMen's | 116 | 67.4 | 317 | 344 | 129 | 453 | 337 | 161 | 424 | 347 | 333 | 2845 | 343 | 355 | 424 | 421 | 143 | 254 | 347 | 142 | 321 | 2750 | 5,595 |
YellowWomen's | 124 | 72.8 | 317 | 344 | 129 | 453 | 337 | 161 | 424 | 347 | 333 | 2845 | 343 | 355 | 424 | 421 | 143 | 254 | 347 | 142 | 321 | 2750 | 5,595 |
PurpleMen's | 80 | 56.4 | 147 | 209 | 98 | 250 | 147 | 98 | 256 | 147 | 147 | 1499 | 147 | 147 | 256 | 250 | 107 | 147 | 209 | 98 | 147 | 1508 | 3,007 |
PurpleWomen's | 90 | 58.5 | 147 | 209 | 98 | 250 | 147 | 98 | 256 | 147 | 147 | 1499 | 147 | 147 | 256 | 250 | 107 | 147 | 209 | 98 | 147 | 1508 | 3,007 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sherwood Park Golf Club offers 9 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 | 6,555 | 126 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,351 | 122 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,351 | 132 | 77.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,092 | 118 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
White | 6,092 | 129 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 5,595 | 116 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 5,595 | 124 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
Purple | 3,007 | 80 | 56.4 | 25+ |
Purple | 3,007 | 90 | 58.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Sherwood Park Golf Club
Sherwood Park Golf 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 Sherwood Park Golf Club. 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
How many holes does Sherwood Park Golf Club have?
Sherwood Park Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Sherwood Park Golf Club?
From the White tees, Sherwood Park Golf Club plays to 6,092 yards (par 71). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 3,007 to 6,555 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sherwood Park Golf Club?
The Black tees at Sherwood Park Golf Club have a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sherwood Park Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Sherwood Park Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sherwood Park Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.sherwoodparkgolf.co.nz/ or call (09) 434 6900 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Sherwood Park Golf Club offer?
Sherwood Park Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Sherwood Park Golf Club located?
Sherwood Park Golf Club is located at Millington Road in Whangārei, NTL. You can reach them at (09) 434 6900.
What is the difficulty level at Sherwood Park Golf Club?
Sherwood Park Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 81% of golf courses in Northland. The average slope rating in Northland is 127. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Sherwood Park Golf Club?
Sherwood Park Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,555 yards, slope 126) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Purple tees (3,007 yards, slope 90) 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 Sherwood Park Golf Club?
Beginners at Sherwood Park Golf Club should play the Purple tees, which play 3,007 yards with a slope of 90. 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 Sherwood Park Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 129, rating 75.8) at Sherwood Park Golf Club has a course handicap of 22, 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 Sherwood Park Golf Club?
A typical round at Sherwood Park Golf 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.