Lakes Course
About Lakes Course
Lakes Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Siler City, North Carolina (28461). The course was designed by Ed Riccoboni and established in 1960. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,695 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 72.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 130, Lakes Course is more accessible than most courses in North Carolina. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,062 to 6,695 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
6,695
Slope
129
Rating
72.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
130
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 | 129 | 72.5 | 416 | 385 | 380 | 530 | 373 | 196 | 417 | 182 | 472 | 3351 | 410 | 195 | 420 | 517 | 192 | 323 | 385 | 482 | 420 | 3344 | 6,695 |
White | 130 | 76.4 | 398 | 371 | 353 | 508 | 342 | 171 | 376 | 153 | 460 | 3132 | 400 | 178 | 398 | 490 | 168 | 299 | 368 | 463 | 394 | 3158 | 6,290 |
White | 126 | 70.5 | 398 | 371 | 353 | 508 | 342 | 171 | 376 | 153 | 460 | 3132 | 400 | 178 | 398 | 490 | 168 | 299 | 368 | 463 | 394 | 3158 | 6,290 |
Gold | 125 | 73.9 | 373 | 355 | 340 | 451 | 302 | 144 | 365 | 135 | 448 | 2913 | 390 | 152 | 355 | 470 | 127 | 282 | 354 | 440 | 364 | 2934 | 5,847 |
Gold | 121 | 68.5 | 373 | 355 | 340 | 451 | 302 | 144 | 365 | 135 | 448 | 2913 | 390 | 152 | 355 | 470 | 127 | 282 | 354 | 440 | 364 | 2934 | 5,847 |
Gold/Red | 120 | 71.2 | 357 | 306 | 340 | 423 | 302 | 144 | 336 | 135 | 448 | 2791 | 303 | 152 | 330 | 326 | 127 | 282 | 354 | 357 | 332 | 2563 | 5,354 |
Gold/Red | 117 | 66.0 | 357 | 306 | 340 | 423 | 302 | 144 | 336 | 135 | 448 | 2791 | 303 | 152 | 330 | 326 | 127 | 282 | 354 | 357 | 332 | 2563 | 5,354 |
Red | 116 | 69.5 | 357 | 306 | 306 | 423 | 278 | 129 | 336 | 115 | 379 | 2629 | 303 | 140 | 330 | 326 | 87 | 263 | 295 | 357 | 332 | 2433 | 5,062 |
Red | 113 | 64.8 | 357 | 306 | 306 | 423 | 278 | 129 | 336 | 115 | 379 | 2629 | 303 | 140 | 330 | 326 | 87 | 263 | 295 | 357 | 332 | 2433 | 5,062 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 8 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lakes Course offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,695 | 129 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,290 | 130 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,290 | 126 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,847 | 125 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,847 | 121 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
Gold/Red | 5,354 | 120 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red | 5,354 | 117 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,062 | 116 | 69.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,062 | 113 | 64.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Lakes Course
Lakes Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lakes Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lakes Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lakes Course is a public golf course located in Siler City, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lakes Course have?expand_more
Lakes Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1960. The course was designed by Ed Riccoboni.
What is the yardage at Lakes Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Lakes Course plays to 6,290 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,062 to 6,695 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lakes Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Lakes Course have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 72.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lakes Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lakes Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lakes Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lakes Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lakes Course offer?expand_more
Lakes Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Lakes Course located?expand_more
Lakes Course is located at 591s Shore Dr in Siler City, NC 28461. You can reach them at 910-845-2625.
What is the difficulty level at Lakes Course?expand_more
Lakes Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 130. It plays harder than 30% 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 Lakes Course?expand_more
Lakes Course offers 9 tee sets. Blue tees (6,695 yards, slope 129) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,062 yards, slope 113) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Lakes Course?expand_more
Beginners at Lakes Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,062 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 Lakes Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 121, rating 68.5) at Lakes Course would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Lakes Course?expand_more
A typical round at Lakes Course 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.