Sapona Country Club
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
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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.
| 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 pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Sapona Country Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access.
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
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Sapona Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Sapona Country Club offer?expand_more
Sapona Country Club offers 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 62% 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 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 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.