Tobacco Road Golf Club
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Course at a glance
Tobacco Road Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Sanford, North Carolina (27330). The course was designed by Mike Strantz and opened in 1998. From the Ripper Tees tees, Tobacco Road Golf Club plays to 6,557 yards at par 71. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,296 to 6,557 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 72.5, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 91% 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. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 1-10 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Tobacco Road Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Tobacco Road Golf Club
Tobacco Road Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sanford, North Carolina (27330). The course was designed by Mike Strantz and established in 1998. From the Ripper Tees tees, the course plays to 6,557 yards with a par of 71. The Ripper Tees tees carry a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 72.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 145, Tobacco Road Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 91% 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,296 to 6,557 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
6,557
Slope
145
Rating
72.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
145
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ripper Tees | 145 | 72.5 | 558 | 392 | 152 | 535 | 333 | 148 | 411 | 178 | 427 | 3134 | 441 | 531 | 419 | 573 | 194 | 365 | 326 | 142 | 432 | 3423 | 6,557 |
Disc Tees | 143 | 71.3 | 547 | 377 | 147 | 507 | 322 | 143 | 401 | 173 | 415 | 3032 | 421 | 511 | 412 | 536 | 178 | 358 | 321 | 134 | 414 | 3285 | 6,317 |
Disc/Plow Hybrid | 136 | 70.0 | 521 | 344 | 147 | 507 | 322 | 143 | 383 | 173 | 394 | 2934 | 398 | 511 | 380 | 497 | 178 | 358 | 281 | 134 | 369 | 3106 | 6,040 |
Plow TeesWomen's | 145 | 75.7 | 521 | 344 | 125 | 478 | 315 | 133 | 383 | 152 | 394 | 2845 | 398 | 486 | 380 | 497 | 152 | 351 | 281 | 127 | 369 | 3041 | 5,886 |
Plow TeesMen's | 132 | 69.4 | 521 | 344 | 125 | 478 | 315 | 133 | 383 | 152 | 394 | 2845 | 398 | 486 | 380 | 497 | 152 | 351 | 281 | 127 | 369 | 3041 | 5,886 |
Points TeesWomen's | 136 | 71.7 | 478 | 301 | 112 | 466 | 309 | 107 | 353 | 142 | 364 | 2632 | 365 | 361 | 347 | 455 | 111 | 311 | 266 | 102 | 352 | 2670 | 5,302 |
Points TeesMen's | 125 | 66.9 | 478 | 301 | 112 | 466 | 309 | 107 | 353 | 142 | 364 | 2632 | 365 | 361 | 347 | 455 | 111 | 311 | 266 | 102 | 352 | 2670 | 5,302 |
Cultivator TeesWomen's | 118 | 67.0 | 315 | 280 | 91 | 368 | 297 | 107 | 248 | 132 | 269 | 2107 | 242 | 290 | 291 | 429 | 96 | 267 | 248 | 84 | 242 | 2189 | 4,296 |
Cultivator TeesMen's | 117 | 62.6 | 315 | 280 | 91 | 368 | 297 | 107 | 248 | 132 | 269 | 2107 | 242 | 290 | 291 | 429 | 96 | 267 | 248 | 84 | 242 | 2189 | 4,296 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Tobacco Road Golf Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ripper Tees | 6,557 | 145 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
Disc Tees | 6,317 | 143 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Disc/Plow Hybrid | 6,040 | 136 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Plow Tees | 5,886 | 145 | 75.7 | 12-22 |
Plow Tees | 5,886 | 132 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Points Tees | 5,302 | 136 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
Points Tees | 5,302 | 125 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Cultivator Tees | 4,296 | 118 | 67.0 | 25+ |
Cultivator Tees | 4,296 | 117 | 62.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Tobacco Road Golf Club
Tobacco Road 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 Tobacco Road 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tobacco Road Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Tobacco Road Golf Club is a public golf course located in Sanford, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Tobacco Road Golf Club have?
Tobacco Road Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1998. The course was designed by Mike Strantz.
What is the yardage at Tobacco Road Golf Club?
From the Ripper Tees tees, Tobacco Road Golf Club plays to 6,557 yards (par 71). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,296 to 6,557 yards.
What is the slope rating at Tobacco Road Golf Club?
The Ripper Tees tees at Tobacco Road Golf Club have a slope rating of 145 and a course rating of 72.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Tobacco Road Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Tobacco Road Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Tobacco Road Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://tobaccoroadgolf.com/ or call 919-775-1940 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Tobacco Road Golf Club offer?
Tobacco Road Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Tobacco Road Golf Club located?
Tobacco Road Golf Club is located at 442 Tobacco Rd in Sanford, NC 27330. You can reach them at 919-775-1940.
What is the difficulty level at Tobacco Road Golf Club?
Tobacco Road Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 91% 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 Tobacco Road Golf Club?
Tobacco Road Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Ripper Tees tees (6,557 yards, slope 145) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Cultivator Tees tees (4,296 yards, slope 117) 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 Tobacco Road Golf Club?
Beginners at Tobacco Road Golf Club should play the Cultivator Tees tees, which play 4,296 yards with a slope of 117. 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 Tobacco Road Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Plow Tees tees (slope 132, rating 69.4) at Tobacco Road Golf Club has a course handicap of 16, 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 Tobacco Road Golf Club?
A typical round at Tobacco Road 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.