Carolina Lakes Golf Club
Logo: A white golf ball with black dimples and a black-shaded lower half, cradled between two green laurel sprigs, above 'CAROLINA' and 'LAKES' in black serif capitals with 'GOLF CLUB' in small letterspaced capitals below; green, black and white.
Course at a glance
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Sanford, North Carolina (27332). It opened in 1981. From the Black tees, Carolina Lakes Golf Club plays to 7,003 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 3,999 to 7,003 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 74.5, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 96% of rated golf courses in North Carolina. It operates as a semi-private club — members hold preferred tee times, with limited outside play available. 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 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Carolina Lakes Golf Club.
About Carolina Lakes Golf Club
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sanford, North Carolina (27332). It was established in 1981. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,003 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 74.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 148, Carolina Lakes Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 96% of rated 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 12 tee sets ranging from 3,999 to 7,003 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
7,003
Slope
148
Rating
74.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
148
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 148 | 74.5 | 443 | 401 | 600 | 167 | 417 | 560 | 192 | 400 | 425 | 3605 | 432 | 325 | 157 | 553 | 437 | 358 | 202 | 499 | 435 | 3398 | 7,003 |
Blue | 143 | 72.7 | 420 | 378 | 584 | 156 | 401 | 532 | 175 | 374 | 402 | 3422 | 409 | 299 | 144 | 523 | 406 | 334 | 183 | 472 | 407 | 3177 | 6,599 |
WhiteWomen's | 146 | 76.3 | 398 | 360 | 546 | 142 | 380 | 503 | 147 | 353 | 378 | 3207 | 390 | 281 | 136 | 498 | 387 | 311 | 150 | 451 | 382 | 2986 | 6,193 |
WhiteMen's | 139 | 70.5 | 398 | 360 | 546 | 142 | 380 | 503 | 147 | 353 | 378 | 3207 | 390 | 281 | 136 | 498 | 387 | 311 | 150 | 451 | 382 | 2986 | 6,193 |
GoldWomen's | 137 | 73.2 | 349 | 315 | 516 | 128 | 349 | 475 | 133 | 318 | 357 | 2940 | 326 | 261 | 88 | 465 | 341 | 291 | 143 | 431 | 360 | 2706 | 5,646 |
GoldMen's | 132 | 67.3 | 349 | 315 | 516 | 128 | 349 | 475 | 133 | 318 | 357 | 2940 | 326 | 261 | 88 | 465 | 341 | 291 | 143 | 431 | 360 | 2706 | 5,646 |
SilverWomen's | 129 | 71.0 | 325 | 315 | 458 | 128 | 287 | 443 | 114 | 318 | 357 | 2745 | 326 | 261 | 88 | 465 | 312 | 227 | 143 | 364 | 335 | 2521 | 5,266 |
SilverMen's | 122 | 66.1 | 325 | 315 | 458 | 128 | 287 | 443 | 114 | 318 | 357 | 2745 | 326 | 261 | 88 | 465 | 312 | 227 | 143 | 364 | 335 | 2521 | 5,266 |
Red | 128 | 69.0 | 325 | 284 | 458 | 113 | 287 | 443 | 114 | 296 | 335 | 2655 | 298 | 229 | 65 | 410 | 312 | 227 | 114 | 364 | 335 | 2354 | 5,009 |
Red | 118 | 64.9 | 325 | 284 | 458 | 113 | 287 | 443 | 114 | 296 | 335 | 2655 | 298 | 229 | 65 | 410 | 312 | 227 | 114 | 364 | 335 | 2354 | 5,009 |
Light BlueWomen's | 113 | 63.2 | 218 | 189 | 384 | 113 | 230 | 443 | 82 | 296 | 179 | 2134 | 241 | 229 | 65 | 320 | 173 | 227 | 114 | 285 | 211 | 1865 | 3,999 |
Light BlueMen's | 108 | 61.5 | 218 | 189 | 384 | 113 | 230 | 443 | 82 | 296 | 179 | 2134 | 241 | 229 | 65 | 320 | 173 | 227 | 114 | 285 | 211 | 1865 | 3,999 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Carolina Lakes Golf Club offers 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,003 | 148 | 74.5 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,599 | 143 | 72.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,193 | 146 | 76.3 | 12-22 |
White | 6,193 | 139 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,646 | 137 | 73.2 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,646 | 132 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,266 | 129 | 71.0 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,266 | 122 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,009 | 128 | 69.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,009 | 118 | 64.9 | 20-30 |
Light Blue | 3,999 | 113 | 63.2 | 25+ |
Light Blue | 3,999 | 108 | 61.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Carolina Lakes Golf Club
Carolina Lakes 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 Carolina Lakes 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 Carolina Lakes Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is a semi private golf course located in Sanford, NC.
How many holes does Carolina Lakes Golf Club have?expand_more
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1981.
What is the yardage at Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Carolina Lakes Golf Club plays to 6,193 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,999 to 7,003 yards.
What is the slope rating at Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Carolina Lakes Golf Club have a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 74.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Carolina Lakes Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.carolina-lakes.com/ or call +1 919 499 5421 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Carolina Lakes Golf Club offer?expand_more
Carolina Lakes Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Carolina Lakes Golf Club located?expand_more
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is located at 53 Carolina Lakes Road in Sanford, NC 27332. You can reach them at +1 919 499 5421.
What is the difficulty level at Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
Carolina Lakes Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 148. It plays harder than 96% 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 Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
Carolina Lakes Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (7,003 yards, slope 148) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Light Blue tees (3,999 yards, slope 108) 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 Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Carolina Lakes Golf Club should play the Light Blue tees, which play 3,999 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Silver tees (slope 129, rating 71.0) at Carolina Lakes Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Carolina Lakes Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Carolina Lakes 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.