Elk River Club
About Elk River Club
Elk River Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sugar Mountain, North Carolina (28604). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and established in 1984. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,778 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 73.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Elk River Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 87% 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,460 to 6,778 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
6,778
Slope
143
Rating
73.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 349 rated courses in North Carolina
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 143 | 73.4 | 475 | 199 | 548 | 385 | 418 | 497 | 360 | 193 | 414 | 3489 | 369 | 385 | 163 | 317 | 466 | 169 | 507 | 361 | 552 | 3289 | 6,778 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 139 | 72.2 | 404 | 199 | 548 | 355 | 373 | 497 | 360 | 193 | 414 | 3343 | 369 | 385 | 163 | 317 | 412 | 169 | 507 | 361 | 494 | 3177 | 6,520 |
Blue Tees | 134 | 71.0 | 404 | 179 | 492 | 355 | 373 | 472 | 339 | 154 | 402 | 3170 | 353 | 358 | 153 | 299 | 412 | 156 | 490 | 342 | 494 | 3057 | 6,227 |
Nicklaus Tees | 129 | 69.5 | 379 | 159 | 452 | 343 | 362 | 464 | 329 | 144 | 369 | 3001 | 345 | 323 | 143 | 292 | 379 | 151 | 480 | 333 | 449 | 2895 | 5,896 |
White Tees | 135 | 72.6 | 373 | 134 | 446 | 304 | 336 | 413 | 300 | 129 | 339 | 2774 | 321 | 317 | 117 | 285 | 336 | 141 | 424 | 295 | 443 | 2679 | 5,453 |
White Tees | 124 | 67.3 | 373 | 134 | 446 | 304 | 336 | 413 | 300 | 129 | 339 | 2774 | 321 | 317 | 117 | 285 | 336 | 141 | 424 | 295 | 443 | 2679 | 5,453 |
Red Tees | 131 | 69.6 | 335 | 111 | 429 | 279 | 313 | 374 | 273 | 113 | 318 | 2545 | 286 | 302 | 108 | 235 | 309 | 130 | 396 | 277 | 384 | 2427 | 4,972 |
Red Tees | 119 | 65.0 | 335 | 111 | 429 | 279 | 313 | 374 | 273 | 113 | 318 | 2545 | 286 | 302 | 108 | 235 | 309 | 130 | 396 | 277 | 384 | 2427 | 4,972 |
Bear Tees | 124 | 66.9 | 281 | 111 | 352 | 279 | 244 | 374 | 273 | 113 | 261 | 2288 | 286 | 235 | 108 | 235 | 235 | 130 | 353 | 230 | 360 | 2172 | 4,460 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 2 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 9 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Elk River Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 6,778 | 143 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 6,520 | 139 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 6,227 | 134 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Nicklaus Tees | 5,896 | 129 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,453 | 135 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,453 | 124 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,972 | 131 | 69.6 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,972 | 119 | 65.0 | 25+ |
Bear Tees | 4,460 | 124 | 66.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Elk River Club
Elk River Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Elk River Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elk River Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Elk River Club is a public golf course located in Sugar Mountain, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Elk River Club have?expand_more
Elk River Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1984. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What is the yardage at Elk River Club?expand_more
From the White Tees tees, Elk River Club plays to 5,453 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,460 to 6,778 yards.
What is the slope rating at Elk River Club?expand_more
The Gold Tees tees at Elk River Club have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 73.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Elk River Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Elk River Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Elk River Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Elk River Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Elk River Club offer?expand_more
Elk River Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Elk River Club located?expand_more
Elk River Club is located at Hwy 194 in Sugar Mountain, NC 28604. You can reach them at 828-898-9773.
What is the difficulty level at Elk River Club?expand_more
Elk River Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 87% of golf courses in North Carolina. The average slope rating in North Carolina is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Elk River Club?expand_more
Elk River Club offers 9 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,778 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Bear Tees tees (4,460 yards, slope 124) 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 Elk River Club?expand_more
Beginners at Elk River Club should play the Bear Tees tees, which play 4,460 yards with a slope of 124. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Elk River Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White Tees tees (slope 135, rating 72.6) at Elk River Club would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 91. 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 Elk River Club?expand_more
A typical round at Elk River 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.