Sapona Country Club
Course at a glance
Sapona Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lexington, North Carolina (27295). The course was designed by Ellis Maples and opened in 1968. From the Blue Tees tees, Sapona Country Club plays to 6,585 yards at par 71. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,761 to 6,585 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 60% of rated golf courses in North Carolina. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Sapona Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Sapona Country Club
Sapona Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lexington, North Carolina (27295). The course was designed by Ellis Maples and established in 1968. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 6,585 yards with a par of 71. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8.
Walking is permitted.
Sapona Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 4,761 to 6,585 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
6,585
Slope
136
Rating
71.8
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 | 534 | 390 | 186 | 396 | 368 | 421 | 146 | 378 | 370 | 3189 | 381 | 424 | 354 | 208 | 385 | 504 | 162 | 430 | 548 | 3396 | 6,585 |
Green TeesWomen's | 138 | 75.8 | 521 | 357 | 163 | 344 | 353 | 352 | 138 | 371 | 354 | 2953 | 364 | 390 | 345 | 173 | 345 | 494 | 152 | 406 | 507 | 3176 | 6,129 |
Green TeesMen's | 131 | 69.7 | 521 | 357 | 163 | 344 | 353 | 352 | 138 | 371 | 354 | 2953 | 364 | 390 | 345 | 173 | 345 | 494 | 152 | 406 | 507 | 3176 | 6,129 |
White TeesWomen's | 133 | 73.6 | 492 | 287 | 155 | 336 | 302 | 333 | 130 | 346 | 311 | 2692 | 359 | 380 | 336 | 161 | 334 | 449 | 141 | 372 | 495 | 3027 | 5,719 |
White TeesMen's | 123 | 68.1 | 492 | 287 | 155 | 336 | 302 | 333 | 130 | 346 | 311 | 2692 | 359 | 380 | 336 | 161 | 334 | 449 | 141 | 372 | 495 | 3027 | 5,719 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 125 | 70.4 | 450 | 275 | 122 | 284 | 260 | 313 | 107 | 305 | 303 | 2419 | 323 | 330 | 299 | 126 | 308 | 441 | 121 | 317 | 470 | 2735 | 5,154 |
Gold TeesMen's | 115 | 66.0 | 450 | 275 | 122 | 284 | 260 | 313 | 107 | 305 | 303 | 2419 | 323 | 330 | 299 | 126 | 308 | 441 | 121 | 317 | 470 | 2735 | 5,154 |
Red Tees | 119 | 68.5 | 408 | 235 | 115 | 279 | 253 | 276 | 98 | 300 | 283 | 2247 | 317 | 323 | 291 | 120 | 246 | 411 | 115 | 308 | 383 | 2514 | 4,761 |
Red Tees | 109 | 64.9 | 408 | 235 | 115 | 279 | 253 | 276 | 98 | 300 | 283 | 2247 | 317 | 323 | 291 | 120 | 246 | 411 | 115 | 308 | 383 | 2514 | 4,761 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 14 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sapona Country Club 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 6,585 | 136 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Green Tees | 6,129 | 138 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
Green Tees | 6,129 | 131 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,719 | 133 | 73.6 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,719 | 123 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Gold Tees | 5,154 | 125 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,154 | 115 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,761 | 119 | 68.5 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,761 | 109 | 64.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Sapona Country Club
Sapona Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Sapona Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sapona Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sapona Country Club is a private golf course located in Lexington, NC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Sapona Country Club have?expand_more
Sapona Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1968. The course was designed by Ellis Maples.
What is the yardage at Sapona Country Club?expand_more
From the White Tees tees, Sapona Country Club plays to 5,719 yards (par 71). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,761 to 6,585 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sapona Country Club?expand_more
The Blue Tees tees at Sapona 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 Sapona Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sapona Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sapona Country Club?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 336-956-6245 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Sapona Country Club offer?expand_more
Sapona Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Sapona Country Club located?expand_more
Sapona Country Club is located at 439 Beaver Creek Rd in Lexington, NC 27295. You can reach them at 336-956-6245.
What is the difficulty level at Sapona Country Club?expand_more
Sapona Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 60% 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 Sapona Country Club?expand_more
Sapona Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (6,585 yards, slope 136) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (4,761 yards, slope 109) 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 Sapona Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Sapona Country Club should play the Red Tees tees, which play 4,761 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sapona Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White Tees tees (slope 123, rating 68.1) at Sapona Country Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 84. This uses the 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 Sapona Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Sapona Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.