Rock Barn
Course at a glance
Rock Barn is an 18-hole golf course in Newton, North Carolina. From the Gold Tees tees, Rock Barn plays to 6,427 yards at par 71. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,363 to 6,427 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 71.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 76% 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 Rock Barn are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Rock Barn
Rock Barn is a 18-hole golf course located in Newton, North Carolina.. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,427 yards with a par of 71. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
Rock Barn offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 141, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,363 to 6,427 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
71
Length
6,427
Slope
135
Rating
71.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
141
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 344 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 | 135 | 71.9 | 555 | 341 | 208 | 362 | 424 | 202 | 327 | 506 | 217 | 3142 | 514 | 359 | 400 | 170 | 390 | 398 | 145 | 506 | 403 | 3285 | 6,427 |
Blue TeesWomen's | 141 | 74.8 | 518 | 293 | 173 | 334 | 397 | 173 | 303 | 477 | 188 | 2856 | 491 | 333 | 379 | 143 | 367 | 379 | 129 | 477 | 372 | 3070 | 5,926 |
Blue TeesMen's | 132 | 68.9 | 518 | 293 | 173 | 334 | 397 | 173 | 303 | 477 | 188 | 2856 | 491 | 333 | 379 | 143 | 367 | 379 | 129 | 477 | 372 | 3070 | 5,926 |
White TeesWomen's | 134 | 72.2 | 463 | 274 | 146 | 305 | 358 | 149 | 279 | 447 | 173 | 2594 | 467 | 300 | 357 | 122 | 344 | 339 | 115 | 453 | 342 | 2839 | 5,433 |
White TeesMen's | 126 | 66.7 | 463 | 274 | 146 | 305 | 358 | 149 | 279 | 447 | 173 | 2594 | 467 | 300 | 357 | 122 | 344 | 339 | 115 | 453 | 342 | 2839 | 5,433 |
Green TeesWomen's | 127 | 68.5 | 425 | 243 | 112 | 288 | 316 | 106 | 249 | 422 | 147 | 2308 | 437 | 261 | 335 | 84 | 320 | 260 | 102 | 428 | 321 | 2548 | 4,856 |
Green TeesMen's | 117 | 64.2 | 425 | 243 | 112 | 288 | 316 | 106 | 249 | 422 | 147 | 2308 | 437 | 261 | 335 | 84 | 320 | 260 | 102 | 428 | 321 | 2548 | 4,856 |
Red Tees | 118 | 65.8 | 282 | 238 | 106 | 283 | 390 | 85 | 244 | 415 | 95 | 2138 | 380 | 223 | 291 | 78 | 288 | 228 | 90 | 374 | 273 | 2225 | 4,363 |
Red Tees | 114 | 62.2 | 282 | 238 | 106 | 283 | 390 | 85 | 244 | 415 | 95 | 2138 | 380 | 223 | 291 | 78 | 288 | 228 | 90 | 374 | 273 | 2225 | 4,363 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Rock Barn 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 6,427 | 135 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 5,926 | 141 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
Blue Tees | 5,926 | 132 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,433 | 134 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,433 | 126 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 4,856 | 127 | 68.5 | 25+ |
Green Tees | 4,856 | 117 | 64.2 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,363 | 118 | 65.8 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,363 | 114 | 62.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at Rock Barn
Rock Barn features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Rock Barn. 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 Rock Barn a public or private golf course?
Rock Barn is a public golf course located in Newton, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Rock Barn have?
Rock Barn is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Rock Barn?
From the White Tees tees, Rock Barn plays to 5,433 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,363 to 6,427 yards.
What is the slope rating at Rock Barn?
The Gold Tees tees at Rock Barn have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Rock Barn?
Yes, walking is allowed at Rock Barn. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Rock Barn?
Visit the official course website at https://www.rockbarn.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Rock Barn offer?
Rock Barn offers a pro shop.
Where is Rock Barn located?
Rock Barn is located in Newton, NC.
What is the difficulty level at Rock Barn?
Rock Barn is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 141. It plays harder than 76% 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 Rock Barn?
Rock Barn offers 9 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,427 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (4,363 yards, slope 114) 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 Rock Barn?
Beginners at Rock Barn should play the Red Tees tees, which play 4,363 yards with a slope of 114. 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 Rock Barn?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White Tees tees (slope 126, rating 66.7) at Rock Barn has a course handicap of 12, 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 Rock Barn?
A typical round at Rock Barn 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.