Lake Hickory Country Club
Course at a glance
Lake Hickory Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Hickory, North Carolina (28601). The course was designed by Willard Byrd. From the Blue Tees tees, Lake Hickory Country Club plays to 6,542 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,952 to 6,542 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 72.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 65% of rated golf courses in North Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Lake Hickory Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
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 332 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 TeesWomen's | 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 TeesMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Lake Hickory Country 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
Is Lake Hickory Country Club a public or private golf course?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Visit the official course website at https://lakehickorycc.com/ or call +1-828-328-2981 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Hickory Country Club offer?
Lake Hickory Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Hickory Country Club located?
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?
Lake Hickory Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 65% 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?
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?
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 is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Lake Hickory Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 133, rating 72.3) at Lake Hickory Country Club has a course handicap of 18, 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 Lake Hickory Country Club?
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.