Old Chatham Golf Club
Course at a glance
Old Chatham Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Durham, North Carolina (27713). From the Championship Tees tees, Old Chatham Golf Club plays to 7,247 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 5,274 to 7,247 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 75.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 46% of rated golf courses in North Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Tee times at Old Chatham Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Old Chatham Golf Club
Old Chatham Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Durham, North Carolina (27713).. From the Championship Tees tees, the course plays to 7,247 yards with a par of 72. The Championship Tees tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 75.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Old Chatham Golf Club 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 11 tee sets ranging from 5,274 to 7,247 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
7,247
Slope
135
Rating
75.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 332 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship Tees | 135 | 75.5 | 577 | 178 | 365 | 447 | 424 | 560 | 219 | 406 | 400 | 3576 | 365 | 622 | 238 | 455 | 510 | 442 | 362 | 214 | 463 | 3671 | 7,247 |
Black Tees | 133 | 74.3 | 577 | 161 | 353 | 431 | 410 | 544 | 205 | 389 | 384 | 3454 | 365 | 610 | 214 | 449 | 495 | 425 | 362 | 199 | 449 | 3568 | 7,022 |
Black/Green Hybrid | 132 | 73.0 | 577 | 161 | 353 | 431 | 392 | 544 | 173 | 351 | 384 | 3366 | 365 | 610 | 190 | 449 | 477 | 396 | 362 | 199 | 403 | 3451 | 6,817 |
Green Tees | 129 | 71.5 | 527 | 151 | 338 | 390 | 392 | 523 | 173 | 351 | 362 | 3207 | 333 | 576 | 190 | 414 | 477 | 396 | 348 | 182 | 403 | 3319 | 6,526 |
Green/Hogan Hybrid | 128 | 70.6 | 527 | 133 | 338 | 390 | 357 | 523 | 173 | 331 | 362 | 3134 | 333 | 576 | 163 | 414 | 477 | 380 | 348 | 182 | 364 | 3237 | 6,371 |
Hogan TeesWomen's | 133 | 75.4 | 501 | 133 | 338 | 390 | 357 | 481 | 157 | 331 | 340 | 3028 | 333 | 544 | 163 | 363 | 462 | 380 | 348 | 163 | 364 | 3120 | 6,148 |
Hogan TeesMen's | 127 | 69.8 | 501 | 133 | 338 | 390 | 357 | 481 | 157 | 331 | 340 | 3028 | 333 | 544 | 163 | 363 | 462 | 380 | 348 | 163 | 364 | 3120 | 6,148 |
Orange TeesWomen's | 129 | 73.5 | 439 | 132 | 315 | 344 | 357 | 446 | 157 | 312 | 276 | 2778 | 313 | 471 | 163 | 359 | 462 | 380 | 330 | 145 | 364 | 2987 | 5,765 |
Orange TeesMen's | 122 | 68.0 | 439 | 132 | 315 | 344 | 357 | 446 | 157 | 312 | 276 | 2778 | 313 | 471 | 163 | 359 | 462 | 380 | 330 | 145 | 364 | 2987 | 5,765 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 124 | 70.2 | 439 | 115 | 274 | 344 | 325 | 446 | 103 | 279 | 225 | 2550 | 260 | 471 | 140 | 327 | 419 | 340 | 312 | 120 | 335 | 2724 | 5,274 |
Gold TeesMen's | 115 | 65.7 | 439 | 115 | 274 | 344 | 325 | 446 | 103 | 279 | 225 | 2550 | 260 | 471 | 140 | 327 | 419 | 340 | 312 | 120 | 335 | 2724 | 5,274 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 17 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Old Chatham Golf Club offers 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship Tees | 7,247 | 135 | 75.5 | 0-5 |
Black Tees | 7,022 | 133 | 74.3 | 0-5 |
Black/Green Hybrid | 6,817 | 132 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Green Tees | 6,526 | 129 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Green/Hogan Hybrid | 6,371 | 128 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Hogan Tees | 6,148 | 133 | 75.4 | 12-22 |
Hogan Tees | 6,148 | 127 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
Orange Tees | 5,765 | 129 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
Orange Tees | 5,765 | 122 | 68.0 | 12-22 |
Gold Tees | 5,274 | 124 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,274 | 115 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Old Chatham Golf Club
Old Chatham Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Old Chatham Golf 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 Old Chatham Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Old Chatham 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 Old Chatham Golf Club have?
Old Chatham Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Old Chatham Golf Club?
From the Championship Tees tees, Old Chatham Golf Club plays to 7,247 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,274 to 7,247 yards.
What is the slope rating at Old Chatham Golf Club?
The Championship Tees tees at Old Chatham Golf Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 75.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Old Chatham Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Old Chatham Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Old Chatham Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.oldchathamgolf.org/ or call +1-919-361-1400 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Old Chatham Golf Club offer?
Old Chatham Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Old Chatham Golf Club located?
Old Chatham Golf Club is located at 1480 O'Kelly Chapel Road in Durham, NC 27713. You can reach them at +1-919-361-1400.
What is the difficulty level at Old Chatham Golf Club?
Old Chatham Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 46% 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 Old Chatham Golf Club?
Old Chatham Golf Club offers 11 tee sets. Championship Tees tees (7,247 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold Tees tees (5,274 yards, slope 115) 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 Old Chatham Golf Club?
Beginners at Old Chatham Golf Club should play the Gold Tees tees, which play 5,274 yards with a slope of 115. 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 Old Chatham Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Hogan Tees tees (slope 133, rating 75.4) at Old Chatham Golf Club has a course handicap of 21, 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 Old Chatham Golf Club?
A typical round at Old Chatham 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.