Tobacco Road Golf Club
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 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 349 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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.
| 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 pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Tobacco Road Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. 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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Tobacco Road Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://tobaccoroadgolf.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Tobacco Road Golf Club offer?expand_more
Tobacco Road Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Tobacco Road Golf Club located?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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 would a 15-handicap shoot at Tobacco Road Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Plow Tees tees (slope 132, rating 69.4) at Tobacco Road Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 87. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Tobacco Road Golf Club?expand_more
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.