Highlands Falls Country Club
About Highlands Falls Country Club
Highlands Falls Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Highlands, North Carolina.. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 6,158 yards with a par of 70. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 70.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 149, Highlands Falls Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 97% 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 3,708 to 6,158 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
70
Length
6,158
Slope
141
Rating
70.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
149
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 141 | 70.3 | 385 | 328 | 403 | 169 | 528 | 362 | 154 | 398 | 380 | 3107 | 175 | 571 | 330 | 322 | 541 | 130 | 426 | 364 | 192 | 3051 | 6,158 |
Whiteside Tees | 138 | 69.0 | 385 | 328 | 324 | 169 | 506 | 362 | 154 | 350 | 366 | 2944 | 175 | 531 | 330 | 322 | 514 | 130 | 363 | 333 | 192 | 2890 | 5,834 |
White Tees | 149 | 72.7 | 317 | 315 | 324 | 162 | 506 | 344 | 144 | 350 | 366 | 2828 | 155 | 531 | 301 | 304 | 514 | 115 | 363 | 333 | 149 | 2765 | 5,593 |
White Tees | 134 | 67.7 | 317 | 315 | 324 | 162 | 506 | 344 | 144 | 350 | 366 | 2828 | 155 | 531 | 301 | 304 | 514 | 115 | 363 | 333 | 149 | 2765 | 5,593 |
Falls Tees | 140 | 70.4 | 275 | 315 | 308 | 162 | 468 | 344 | 144 | 329 | 302 | 2647 | 155 | 483 | 301 | 304 | 431 | 115 | 301 | 298 | 149 | 2537 | 5,184 |
Falls Tees | 126 | 66.0 | 275 | 315 | 308 | 162 | 468 | 344 | 144 | 329 | 302 | 2647 | 155 | 483 | 301 | 304 | 431 | 115 | 301 | 298 | 149 | 2537 | 5,184 |
Gold Tees | 137 | 69.1 | 275 | 294 | 308 | 155 | 468 | 298 | 128 | 329 | 302 | 2557 | 142 | 483 | 269 | 293 | 431 | 98 | 301 | 298 | 109 | 2424 | 4,981 |
Gold Tees | 122 | 65.0 | 275 | 294 | 308 | 155 | 468 | 298 | 128 | 329 | 302 | 2557 | 142 | 483 | 269 | 293 | 431 | 98 | 301 | 298 | 109 | 2424 | 4,981 |
Highlands Tees | 125 | 67.0 | 275 | 245 | 234 | 125 | 406 | 298 | 128 | 292 | 302 | 2305 | 142 | 412 | 211 | 224 | 431 | 98 | 301 | 271 | 109 | 2199 | 4,504 |
Highlands Tees | 119 | 63.2 | 275 | 245 | 234 | 125 | 406 | 298 | 128 | 292 | 302 | 2305 | 142 | 412 | 211 | 224 | 431 | 98 | 301 | 271 | 109 | 2199 | 4,504 |
Red Tees | 120 | 66.3 | 242 | 245 | 234 | 125 | 406 | 288 | 114 | 292 | 298 | 2244 | 103 | 412 | 211 | 224 | 423 | 75 | 293 | 271 | 93 | 2105 | 4,349 |
Red Tees | 117 | 62.7 | 242 | 245 | 234 | 125 | 406 | 288 | 114 | 292 | 298 | 2244 | 103 | 412 | 211 | 224 | 423 | 75 | 293 | 271 | 93 | 2105 | 4,349 |
Laurel Tees | 110 | 62.4 | 197 | 167 | 178 | 125 | 327 | 288 | 114 | 230 | 236 | 1862 | 103 | 377 | 180 | 181 | 390 | 75 | 247 | 200 | 93 | 1846 | 3,708 |
Laurel Tees | 113 | 60.4 | 197 | 167 | 178 | 125 | 327 | 288 | 114 | 230 | 236 | 1862 | 103 | 377 | 180 | 181 | 390 | 75 | 247 | 200 | 93 | 1846 | 3,708 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Highlands Falls Country Club offers 14 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 6,158 | 141 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Whiteside Tees | 5,834 | 138 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,593 | 149 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,593 | 134 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Falls Tees | 5,184 | 140 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
Falls Tees | 5,184 | 126 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 4,981 | 137 | 69.1 | 25+ |
Gold Tees | 4,981 | 122 | 65.0 | 25+ |
Highlands Tees | 4,504 | 125 | 67.0 | 25+ |
Highlands Tees | 4,504 | 119 | 63.2 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,349 | 120 | 66.3 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,349 | 117 | 62.7 | 25+ |
Laurel Tees | 3,708 | 110 | 62.4 | 25+ |
Laurel Tees | 3,708 | 113 | 60.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Highlands Falls Country Club
Highlands Falls Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Highlands Falls Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highlands Falls Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Highlands Falls Country 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 Highlands Falls Country Club have?expand_more
Highlands Falls Country Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
From the Whiteside Tees tees, Highlands Falls Country Club plays to 5,834 yards (par 70). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,708 to 6,158 yards.
What is the slope rating at Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
The Blue Tees tees at Highlands Falls Country Club have a slope rating of 141 and a course rating of 70.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Highlands Falls Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Highlands Falls Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Highlands Falls Country Club offer?expand_more
Highlands Falls Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Highlands Falls Country Club located?expand_more
Highlands Falls Country Club is located in Highlands, NC.
What is the difficulty level at Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
Highlands Falls Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 149. It plays harder than 97% 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 Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
Highlands Falls Country Club offers 14 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (6,158 yards, slope 141) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Laurel Tees tees (3,708 yards, slope 113) 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 Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Highlands Falls Country Club should play the Laurel Tees tees, which play 3,708 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 122, rating 65.0) at Highlands Falls Country Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 81. 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 Highlands Falls Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Highlands Falls Country 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.