Lake Winds Golf Course
Course at a glance
Lake Winds Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Durham, North Carolina (27572). The course was designed by Don Mesa and opened in 1984. From the Blue Tees tees, Lake Winds Golf Course plays to 5,904 yards at par 71. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,419 to 5,904 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 116 and a course rating of 68.6, near the 113 World Handicap System baseline and a balanced test for the average golfer. That ranks it harder than roughly 14% 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 11-20 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Lake Winds Golf Course.
About Lake Winds Golf Course
Lake Winds Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Durham, North Carolina (27572). The course was designed by Don Mesa and established in 1984. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 5,904 yards with a par of 71. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 116 and a course rating of 68.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 124, Lake Winds Golf 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 7 tee sets ranging from 4,419 to 5,904 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
5,904
Slope
116
Rating
68.6
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
124
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 | 116 | 68.6 | 355 | 340 | 163 | 319 | 420 | 467 | 151 | 440 | 354 | 3009 | 313 | 467 | 425 | 375 | 116 | 319 | 172 | 423 | 285 | 2895 | 5,904 |
White TeesWomen's | 124 | 72.4 | 343 | 325 | 159 | 312 | 400 | 461 | 141 | 420 | 330 | 2891 | 298 | 455 | 408 | 366 | 107 | 297 | 158 | 385 | 277 | 2751 | 5,642 |
White TeesMen's | 114 | 67.1 | 343 | 325 | 159 | 312 | 400 | 461 | 141 | 420 | 330 | 2891 | 298 | 455 | 408 | 366 | 107 | 297 | 158 | 385 | 277 | 2751 | 5,642 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 117 | 69.5 | 316 | 302 | 142 | 297 | 361 | 382 | 124 | 384 | 272 | 2580 | 284 | 414 | 376 | 325 | 98 | 281 | 141 | 375 | 269 | 2563 | 5,143 |
Gold TeesMen's | 110 | 64.7 | 316 | 302 | 142 | 297 | 361 | 382 | 124 | 384 | 272 | 2580 | 284 | 414 | 376 | 325 | 98 | 281 | 141 | 375 | 269 | 2563 | 5,143 |
Red Tees | 106 | 65.4 | 282 | 254 | 110 | 217 | 292 | 378 | 103 | 315 | 269 | 2220 | 251 | 306 | 350 | 280 | 98 | 218 | 88 | 355 | 253 | 2199 | 4,419 |
Red Tees | 102 | 61.5 | 282 | 254 | 110 | 217 | 292 | 378 | 103 | 315 | 269 | 2220 | 251 | 306 | 350 | 280 | 98 | 218 | 88 | 355 | 253 | 2199 | 4,419 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Winds Golf Course offers 7 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 | 5,904 | 116 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,642 | 124 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,642 | 114 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,143 | 117 | 69.5 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,143 | 110 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,419 | 106 | 65.4 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,419 | 102 | 61.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Winds Golf Course
Lake Winds Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Lake Winds Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Winds Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Winds Golf Course is a public golf course located in Durham, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Winds Golf Course have?expand_more
Lake Winds Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1984. The course was designed by Don Mesa.
What is the yardage at Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
From the White Tees tees, Lake Winds Golf Course plays to 5,642 yards (par 73). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,419 to 5,904 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue Tees tees at Lake Winds Golf Course have a slope rating of 116 and a course rating of 68.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Winds Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 919-471-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Winds Golf Course offer?expand_more
Lake Winds Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Winds Golf Course located?expand_more
Lake Winds Golf Course is located at 1807 Moores Mill Rd in Durham, NC 27572. You can reach them at 919-471-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
Lake Winds Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 124. It plays harder than 14% 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 Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
Lake Winds Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (5,904 yards, slope 116) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (4,419 yards, slope 102) 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 Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Winds Golf Course should play the Red Tees tees, which play 4,419 yards with a slope of 102. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 117, rating 69.5) at Lake Winds Golf Course would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Lake Winds Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Winds Golf 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.