Cleveland Country Club
Course at a glance
Cleveland Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Shelby, North Carolina (28150). It opened in 1928. From the Blue Tees tees, Cleveland Country Club plays to 6,395 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 4,803 to 6,395 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8, 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. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Cleveland Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Cleveland Country Club
Cleveland Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Shelby, North Carolina (28150). It was established in 1928. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 6,395 yards with a par of 72. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8.
Walking is permitted.
Cleveland 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,803 to 6,395 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
6,395
Slope
136
Rating
71.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 136 | 71.8 | 412 | 384 | 144 | 386 | 472 | 342 | 289 | 409 | 327 | 3165 | 391 | 199 | 493 | 410 | 411 | 347 | 476 | 162 | 341 | 3230 | 6,395 |
White TeesWomen's | 139 | 75.8 | 363 | 360 | 135 | 378 | 454 | 334 | 275 | 382 | 317 | 2998 | 372 | 158 | 482 | 345 | 366 | 320 | 467 | 148 | 332 | 2990 | 5,988 |
White TeesMen's | 131 | 70.0 | 363 | 360 | 135 | 378 | 454 | 334 | 275 | 382 | 317 | 2998 | 372 | 158 | 482 | 345 | 366 | 320 | 467 | 148 | 332 | 2990 | 5,988 |
Green Tees | 125 | 68.5 | 363 | 320 | 135 | 378 | 454 | 293 | 275 | 298 | 307 | 2823 | 364 | 158 | 443 | 345 | 317 | 320 | 420 | 148 | 287 | 2802 | 5,625 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 127 | 71.1 | 332 | 320 | 126 | 298 | 389 | 293 | 227 | 298 | 307 | 2590 | 364 | 146 | 443 | 230 | 317 | 285 | 420 | 127 | 287 | 2619 | 5,209 |
Gold TeesMen's | 119 | 66.4 | 332 | 320 | 126 | 298 | 389 | 293 | 227 | 298 | 307 | 2590 | 364 | 146 | 443 | 230 | 317 | 285 | 420 | 127 | 287 | 2619 | 5,209 |
Red Tees | 120 | 69.0 | 329 | 258 | 117 | 295 | 385 | 287 | 220 | 292 | 232 | 2415 | 275 | 139 | 437 | 227 | 312 | 277 | 316 | 125 | 280 | 2388 | 4,803 |
Red Tees | 114 | 64.4 | 329 | 258 | 117 | 295 | 385 | 287 | 220 | 292 | 232 | 2415 | 275 | 139 | 437 | 227 | 312 | 277 | 316 | 125 | 280 | 2388 | 4,803 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 6 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 17 | 15 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cleveland Country Club offers 8 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 | 6,395 | 136 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 5,988 | 139 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,988 | 131 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Green Tees | 5,625 | 125 | 68.5 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,209 | 127 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,209 | 119 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,803 | 120 | 69.0 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,803 | 114 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Cleveland Country Club
Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland Country Club a public or private golf course?
Cleveland Country Club is a public golf course located in Shelby, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cleveland Country Club have?
Cleveland Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1928.
What is the yardage at Cleveland Country Club?
From the White Tees tees, Cleveland Country Club plays to 5,988 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,803 to 6,395 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cleveland Country Club?
The Blue Tees tees at Cleveland Country Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cleveland Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Cleveland Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cleveland Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.clevelandcountryclub.net/ or call 704-487-4643 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Cleveland Country Club offer?
Cleveland Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Cleveland Country Club located?
Cleveland Country Club is located at 1360 E Marion St in Shelby, NC 28150. You can reach them at 704-487-4643.
What is the difficulty level at Cleveland Country Club?
Cleveland 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 Cleveland Country Club?
Cleveland Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (6,395 yards, slope 136) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (4,803 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 Cleveland Country Club?
Beginners at Cleveland Country Club should play the Red Tees tees, which play 4,803 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 Cleveland Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 127, rating 71.1) at Cleveland Country Club has a course handicap of 16, 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 Cleveland Country Club?
A typical round at Cleveland 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.