Lake Hickory Country Club
About Lake Hickory Country Club
Lake Hickory Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Hickory, North Carolina (28601). The course was designed by Willard Byrd. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 6,542 yards with a par of 72. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
Lake Hickory Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, putting it in the upper half of courses in North Carolina for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,952 to 6,542 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
6,542
Slope
139
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 139 | 72.0 | 528 | 184 | 368 | 305 | 536 | 369 | 392 | 193 | 345 | 3220 | 536 | 370 | 390 | 196 | 396 | 385 | 371 | 500 | 178 | 3322 | 6,542 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 133 | 70.7 | 492 | 159 | 368 | 305 | 502 | 369 | 363 | 156 | 345 | 3059 | 489 | 343 | 390 | 175 | 396 | 350 | 371 | 455 | 159 | 3128 | 6,187 |
White Tees | 130 | 69.9 | 492 | 159 | 342 | 285 | 502 | 333 | 363 | 156 | 323 | 2955 | 489 | 343 | 372 | 175 | 366 | 350 | 340 | 455 | 159 | 3049 | 6,004 |
Gold Tees | 133 | 72.3 | 462 | 132 | 318 | 261 | 471 | 298 | 336 | 128 | 295 | 2701 | 446 | 309 | 337 | 153 | 342 | 318 | 317 | 409 | 140 | 2771 | 5,472 |
Gold Tees | 118 | 67.7 | 462 | 132 | 318 | 261 | 471 | 298 | 336 | 128 | 295 | 2701 | 446 | 309 | 337 | 153 | 342 | 318 | 317 | 409 | 140 | 2771 | 5,472 |
Red Tees | 121 | 69.8 | 432 | 103 | 298 | 234 | 440 | 279 | 310 | 104 | 241 | 2441 | 406 | 292 | 300 | 131 | 323 | 281 | 296 | 358 | 124 | 2511 | 4,952 |
Red Tees | 113 | 65.2 | 432 | 103 | 298 | 234 | 440 | 279 | 310 | 104 | 241 | 2441 | 406 | 292 | 300 | 131 | 323 | 281 | 296 | 358 | 124 | 2511 | 4,952 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 18 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Hickory Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 6,542 | 139 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 6,187 | 133 | 70.7 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 6,004 | 130 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Gold Tees | 5,472 | 133 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,472 | 118 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,952 | 121 | 69.8 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,952 | 113 | 65.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Hickory Country Club
Lake Hickory Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lake Hickory Country Club. 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 Lake Hickory Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Hickory Country Club is a public golf course located in Hickory, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Hickory Country Club have?expand_more
Lake Hickory Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Willard Byrd.
What is the yardage at Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Hybrid tees, Lake Hickory Country Club plays to 6,187 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,952 to 6,542 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
The Blue Tees tees at Lake Hickory Country Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Hickory Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lake Hickory Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://lakehickorycc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lake Hickory Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Hickory Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Hickory Country Club located?expand_more
Lake Hickory Country Club is located at 430 17th Avenue Northwest in Hickory, NC 28601. You can reach them at +1-828-328-2981.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
Lake Hickory Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 68% 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 Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
Lake Hickory Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (6,542 yards, slope 139) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (4,952 yards, slope 113) 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 Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Hickory Country Club should play the Red Tees tees, which play 4,952 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 133, rating 72.3) at Lake Hickory Country Club would have a course handicap of 18 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Lake Hickory Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Hickory 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.