Duke University Golf Club
About Duke University Golf Club
Duke University Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Durham, North Carolina (27705). The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and established in 1957. From the Black Tees tees, the course plays to 7,146 yards with a par of 72. The Black Tees tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 74.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 151, Duke University Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 99% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 5,283 to 7,146 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
7,146
Slope
142
Rating
74.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
151
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 142 | 74.8 | 456 | 430 | 389 | 160 | 399 | 401 | 573 | 173 | 493 | 3474 | 454 | 573 | 181 | 406 | 551 | 216 | 397 | 439 | 455 | 3672 | 7,146 |
Black/Gold Hybrid | 140 | 74.1 | 442 | 417 | 378 | 160 | 380 | 389 | 573 | 173 | 493 | 3405 | 438 | 573 | 181 | 372 | 551 | 216 | 381 | 425 | 437 | 3574 | 6,979 |
Gold Tees | 151 | 79.8 | 442 | 417 | 378 | 151 | 380 | 389 | 554 | 156 | 479 | 3346 | 438 | 539 | 167 | 372 | 532 | 196 | 381 | 425 | 437 | 3487 | 6,833 |
Gold Tees | 139 | 73.4 | 442 | 417 | 378 | 151 | 380 | 389 | 554 | 156 | 479 | 3346 | 438 | 539 | 167 | 372 | 532 | 196 | 381 | 425 | 437 | 3487 | 6,833 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 150 | 79.0 | 429 | 411 | 369 | 151 | 361 | 379 | 554 | 156 | 479 | 3289 | 404 | 539 | 167 | 355 | 532 | 196 | 378 | 414 | 426 | 3411 | 6,700 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 137 | 72.8 | 429 | 411 | 369 | 151 | 361 | 379 | 554 | 156 | 479 | 3289 | 404 | 539 | 167 | 355 | 532 | 196 | 378 | 414 | 426 | 3411 | 6,700 |
Blue Tees | 148 | 78.2 | 429 | 411 | 369 | 137 | 361 | 379 | 537 | 142 | 465 | 3230 | 404 | 510 | 136 | 355 | 494 | 176 | 378 | 414 | 426 | 3293 | 6,523 |
Blue Tees | 134 | 71.9 | 429 | 411 | 369 | 137 | 361 | 379 | 537 | 142 | 465 | 3230 | 404 | 510 | 136 | 355 | 494 | 176 | 378 | 414 | 426 | 3293 | 6,523 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 145 | 76.9 | 412 | 389 | 357 | 137 | 346 | 362 | 537 | 142 | 465 | 3147 | 348 | 510 | 136 | 327 | 494 | 176 | 354 | 393 | 402 | 3140 | 6,287 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 131 | 70.8 | 412 | 389 | 357 | 137 | 346 | 362 | 537 | 142 | 465 | 3147 | 348 | 510 | 136 | 327 | 494 | 176 | 354 | 393 | 402 | 3140 | 6,287 |
White Tees | 143 | 75.8 | 412 | 389 | 357 | 127 | 346 | 362 | 495 | 121 | 451 | 3060 | 348 | 461 | 128 | 327 | 466 | 155 | 354 | 393 | 402 | 3034 | 6,094 |
White Tees | 126 | 70.2 | 412 | 389 | 357 | 127 | 346 | 362 | 495 | 121 | 451 | 3060 | 348 | 461 | 128 | 327 | 466 | 155 | 354 | 393 | 402 | 3034 | 6,094 |
White/Green Hybrid | 136 | 73.7 | 390 | 361 | 339 | 127 | 305 | 347 | 495 | 121 | 451 | 2936 | 271 | 461 | 128 | 287 | 466 | 155 | 303 | 328 | 358 | 2757 | 5,693 |
White/Green Hybrid | 123 | 68.3 | 390 | 361 | 339 | 127 | 305 | 347 | 495 | 121 | 451 | 2936 | 271 | 461 | 128 | 287 | 466 | 155 | 303 | 328 | 358 | 2757 | 5,693 |
Green Tees | 128 | 71.5 | 390 | 361 | 339 | 113 | 305 | 347 | 387 | 115 | 337 | 2694 | 271 | 393 | 120 | 287 | 407 | 122 | 303 | 328 | 358 | 2589 | 5,283 |
Green Tees | 121 | 66.1 | 390 | 361 | 339 | 113 | 305 | 347 | 387 | 115 | 337 | 2694 | 271 | 393 | 120 | 287 | 407 | 122 | 303 | 328 | 358 | 2589 | 5,283 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Duke University Golf Club offers 16 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 7,146 | 142 | 74.8 | 0-5 |
Black/Gold Hybrid | 6,979 | 140 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
Gold Tees | 6,833 | 151 | 79.8 | 0-5 |
Gold Tees | 6,833 | 139 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 6,700 | 150 | 79.0 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue Hybrid | 6,700 | 137 | 72.8 | 0-5 |
Blue Tees | 6,523 | 148 | 78.2 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 6,523 | 134 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 6,287 | 145 | 76.9 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 6,287 | 131 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,094 | 143 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 6,094 | 126 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
White/Green Hybrid | 5,693 | 136 | 73.7 | 20-30 |
White/Green Hybrid | 5,693 | 123 | 68.3 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 5,283 | 128 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 5,283 | 121 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Duke University Golf Club
Duke University Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Duke University Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Duke University Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Duke University Golf Club is a public golf course located in Durham, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Duke University Golf Club have?expand_more
Duke University Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1957. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr..
What is the yardage at Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Hybrid tees, Duke University Golf Club plays to 6,287 yards (par 72). The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 5,283 to 7,146 yards.
What is the slope rating at Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
The Black Tees tees at Duke University Golf Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 74.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Duke University Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Duke University Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Duke University Golf Club offer?expand_more
Duke University Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Duke University Golf Club located?expand_more
Duke University Golf Club is located at 3001 Cameron Blvd in Durham, NC 27705. You can reach them at 919-681-6161.
What is the difficulty level at Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
Duke University Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 151. It plays harder than 99% 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 Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
Duke University Golf Club offers 16 tee sets. Black Tees tees (7,146 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green Tees tees (5,283 yards, slope 121) 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 Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Duke University Golf Club should play the Green Tees tees, which play 5,283 yards with a slope of 121. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue/White Hybrid tees (slope 145, rating 76.9) at Duke University Golf Club would have a course handicap of 24 and an expected score of approximately 96. 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 Duke University Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Duke University Golf 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.