Trillium Links
Course at a glance
Trillium Links is an 18-hole golf course in Cashiers, North Carolina (28717). The course was designed by Morris Hatalsky and opened in 1998. From the Cranberry Tees tees, Trillium Links plays to 6,390 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,183 to 6,390 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 71.5, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 84% 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Trillium Links are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Trillium Links
Trillium Links is a 18-hole golf course located in Cashiers, North Carolina (28717). The course was designed by Morris Hatalsky and established in 1998. From the Cranberry Tees tees, the course plays to 6,390 yards with a par of 72. The Cranberry Tees tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 71.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Trillium Links is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 84% 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 4,183 to 6,390 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
6,390
Slope
140
Rating
71.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cranberry Tees | 140 | 71.5 | 272 | 351 | 461 | 461 | 232 | 445 | 537 | 276 | 165 | 3200 | 507 | 404 | 504 | 157 | 540 | 206 | 186 | 280 | 406 | 3190 | 6,390 |
Cranberry-White Tees | 136 | 69.5 | 272 | 351 | 394 | 461 | 174 | 393 | 511 | 276 | 165 | 2997 | 459 | 372 | 451 | 157 | 482 | 178 | 186 | 280 | 406 | 2971 | 5,968 |
White TeesWomen's | 143 | 73.2 | 253 | 335 | 394 | 441 | 174 | 393 | 511 | 257 | 146 | 2904 | 459 | 372 | 451 | 147 | 482 | 178 | 145 | 255 | 361 | 2850 | 5,754 |
White TeesMen's | 132 | 68.2 | 253 | 335 | 394 | 441 | 174 | 393 | 511 | 257 | 146 | 2904 | 459 | 372 | 451 | 147 | 482 | 178 | 145 | 255 | 361 | 2850 | 5,754 |
White-Gold TeesWomen's | 135 | 71.6 | 253 | 335 | 394 | 441 | 174 | 364 | 430 | 257 | 146 | 2794 | 459 | 308 | 451 | 147 | 371 | 178 | 145 | 255 | 336 | 2650 | 5,444 |
White-Gold TeesMen's | 129 | 66.7 | 253 | 335 | 394 | 441 | 174 | 364 | 430 | 257 | 146 | 2794 | 459 | 308 | 451 | 147 | 371 | 178 | 145 | 255 | 336 | 2650 | 5,444 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 126 | 69.0 | 231 | 327 | 365 | 368 | 144 | 364 | 430 | 214 | 114 | 2557 | 362 | 308 | 347 | 110 | 371 | 157 | 118 | 230 | 336 | 2339 | 4,896 |
Gold TeesMen's | 124 | 63.9 | 231 | 327 | 365 | 368 | 144 | 364 | 430 | 214 | 114 | 2557 | 362 | 308 | 347 | 110 | 371 | 157 | 118 | 230 | 336 | 2339 | 4,896 |
Gold-Green TeesWomen's | 118 | 66.5 | 231 | 244 | 313 | 368 | 144 | 293 | 308 | 214 | 114 | 2229 | 362 | 308 | 347 | 110 | 371 | 116 | 118 | 230 | 264 | 2226 | 4,455 |
Gold-Green TeesMen's | 117 | 62.3 | 231 | 244 | 313 | 368 | 144 | 293 | 308 | 214 | 114 | 2229 | 362 | 308 | 347 | 110 | 371 | 116 | 118 | 230 | 264 | 2226 | 4,455 |
Green TeesWomen's | 114 | 64.6 | 226 | 244 | 313 | 337 | 142 | 293 | 308 | 185 | 88 | 2136 | 337 | 269 | 317 | 81 | 366 | 116 | 78 | 219 | 264 | 2047 | 4,183 |
Green TeesMen's | 111 | 61.3 | 226 | 244 | 313 | 337 | 142 | 293 | 308 | 185 | 88 | 2136 | 337 | 269 | 317 | 81 | 366 | 116 | 78 | 219 | 264 | 2047 | 4,183 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Trillium Links 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cranberry Tees | 6,390 | 140 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Cranberry-White Tees | 5,968 | 136 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,754 | 143 | 73.2 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,754 | 132 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
White-Gold Tees | 5,444 | 135 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
White-Gold Tees | 5,444 | 129 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 4,896 | 126 | 69.0 | 25+ |
Gold Tees | 4,896 | 124 | 63.9 | 25+ |
Gold-Green Tees | 4,455 | 118 | 66.5 | 25+ |
Gold-Green Tees | 4,455 | 117 | 62.3 | 25+ |
Green Tees | 4,183 | 114 | 64.6 | 25+ |
Green Tees | 4,183 | 111 | 61.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Trillium Links
Trillium Links features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Trillium Links. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Trillium Links a public or private golf course?
Trillium Links is a public golf course located in Cashiers, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Trillium Links have?
Trillium Links is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1998. The course was designed by Morris Hatalsky.
What is the yardage at Trillium Links?
From the Cranberry-White Tees tees, Trillium Links plays to 5,968 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,183 to 6,390 yards.
What is the slope rating at Trillium Links?
The Cranberry Tees tees at Trillium Links have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 71.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Trillium Links?
Yes, walking is allowed at Trillium Links. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Trillium Links?
Contact the course directly or call 828-743-4251 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Trillium Links offer?
Trillium Links offers a pro shop.
Where is Trillium Links located?
Trillium Links is located at 1 Trillium Center in Cashiers, NC 28717. You can reach them at 828-743-4251.
What is the difficulty level at Trillium Links?
Trillium Links is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 84% 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 Trillium Links?
Trillium Links offers 12 tee sets. Cranberry Tees tees (6,390 yards, slope 140) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green Tees tees (4,183 yards, slope 111) 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 Trillium Links?
Beginners at Trillium Links should play the Green Tees tees, which play 4,183 yards with a slope of 111. 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 Trillium Links?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 126, rating 69.0) at Trillium Links has a course handicap of 14, 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 Trillium Links?
A typical round at Trillium Links 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.