Cullasaja Club
About Cullasaja Club
Cullasaja Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Highlands, North Carolina (28741). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer and established in 1989. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,723 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 152, Cullasaja Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 100% 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 14 tee sets ranging from 3,056 to 6,723 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
6,723
Slope
142
Rating
73.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
152
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 142 | 73.0 | 406 | 517 | 143 | 400 | 446 | 491 | 186 | 351 | 359 | 3299 | 418 | 369 | 403 | 540 | 191 | 536 | 336 | 210 | 421 | 3424 | 6,723 |
Blue Tees | 152 | 76.5 | 354 | 487 | 128 | 382 | 420 | 461 | 168 | 324 | 339 | 3063 | 389 | 342 | 360 | 510 | 171 | 515 | 313 | 195 | 392 | 3187 | 6,250 |
Blue Tees | 137 | 70.9 | 354 | 487 | 128 | 382 | 420 | 461 | 168 | 324 | 339 | 3063 | 389 | 342 | 360 | 510 | 171 | 515 | 313 | 195 | 392 | 3187 | 6,250 |
Black Tees | 149 | 74.9 | 354 | 487 | 128 | 336 | 379 | 423 | 168 | 324 | 339 | 2938 | 362 | 342 | 360 | 485 | 143 | 474 | 313 | 177 | 371 | 3027 | 5,965 |
Black Tees | 129 | 69.6 | 354 | 487 | 128 | 336 | 379 | 423 | 168 | 324 | 339 | 2938 | 362 | 342 | 360 | 485 | 143 | 474 | 313 | 177 | 371 | 3027 | 5,965 |
Black/White Hybrid | 127 | 67.9 | 317 | 487 | 128 | 299 | 379 | 423 | 168 | 324 | 272 | 2797 | 335 | 342 | 319 | 485 | 143 | 417 | 313 | 177 | 314 | 2845 | 5,642 |
White Tees | 139 | 72.1 | 317 | 431 | 113 | 299 | 379 | 387 | 138 | 299 | 272 | 2635 | 335 | 310 | 319 | 395 | 143 | 417 | 288 | 177 | 314 | 2698 | 5,333 |
White Tees | 122 | 66.9 | 317 | 431 | 113 | 299 | 379 | 387 | 138 | 299 | 272 | 2635 | 335 | 310 | 319 | 395 | 143 | 417 | 288 | 177 | 314 | 2698 | 5,333 |
Green Tees | 135 | 71.2 | 279 | 397 | 113 | 299 | 333 | 387 | 138 | 299 | 272 | 2517 | 310 | 310 | 319 | 395 | 132 | 417 | 288 | 132 | 314 | 2617 | 5,134 |
Green Tees | 119 | 65.4 | 279 | 397 | 113 | 299 | 333 | 387 | 138 | 299 | 272 | 2517 | 310 | 310 | 319 | 395 | 132 | 417 | 288 | 132 | 314 | 2617 | 5,134 |
Red Tees | 121 | 67.6 | 279 | 348 | 97 | 272 | 304 | 356 | 111 | 265 | 228 | 2260 | 271 | 280 | 274 | 366 | 90 | 357 | 226 | 132 | 286 | 2282 | 4,542 |
Red Tees | 114 | 63.1 | 279 | 348 | 97 | 272 | 304 | 356 | 111 | 265 | 228 | 2260 | 271 | 280 | 274 | 366 | 90 | 357 | 226 | 132 | 286 | 2282 | 4,542 |
Forward Tees | 106 | 59.4 | 162 | 229 | 40 | 175 | 218 | 255 | 110 | 192 | 155 | 1536 | 201 | 152 | 176 | 260 | 98 | 240 | 137 | 60 | 196 | 1520 | 3,056 |
Forward Tees | 97 | 58.5 | 162 | 229 | 40 | 175 | 218 | 255 | 110 | 192 | 155 | 1536 | 201 | 152 | 176 | 260 | 98 | 240 | 137 | 60 | 196 | 1520 | 3,056 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cullasaja Club offers 14 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 6,723 | 142 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Blue Tees | 6,250 | 152 | 76.5 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 6,250 | 137 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Black Tees | 5,965 | 149 | 74.9 | 12-22 |
Black Tees | 5,965 | 129 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Black/White Hybrid | 5,642 | 127 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,333 | 139 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,333 | 122 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 5,134 | 135 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 5,134 | 119 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,542 | 121 | 67.6 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,542 | 114 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Forward Tees | 3,056 | 106 | 59.4 | 25+ |
Forward Tees | 3,056 | 97 | 58.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Cullasaja Club
Cullasaja Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Cullasaja Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cullasaja Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Cullasaja Club is a public golf course located in Highlands, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cullasaja Club have?expand_more
Cullasaja Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1989. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer.
What is the yardage at Cullasaja Club?expand_more
From the Black/White Hybrid tees, Cullasaja Club plays to 5,642 yards (par 72). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,056 to 6,723 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cullasaja Club?expand_more
The Gold Tees tees at Cullasaja Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cullasaja Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Cullasaja Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cullasaja Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Cullasaja Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Cullasaja Club offer?expand_more
Cullasaja Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Cullasaja Club located?expand_more
Cullasaja Club is located at 1371 Cullasaja Club Dr in Highlands, NC 28741. You can reach them at 828-526-9057.
What is the difficulty level at Cullasaja Club?expand_more
Cullasaja Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 152. It plays harder than 100% 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 Cullasaja Club?expand_more
Cullasaja Club offers 14 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,723 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward Tees tees (3,056 yards, slope 97) 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 Cullasaja Club?expand_more
Beginners at Cullasaja Club should play the Forward Tees tees, which play 3,056 yards with a slope of 97. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Cullasaja Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White Tees tees (slope 122, rating 66.9) at Cullasaja Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Cullasaja Club?expand_more
A typical round at Cullasaja 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.