Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
About Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Highlands, North Carolina (28741). The course was designed by George Cobb and established in 1962. From the Black Tees tees, the course plays to 6,531 yards with a par of 72. The Black Tees tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 82% 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 13 tee sets ranging from 4,098 to 6,531 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
6,531
Slope
142
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 142 | 72.0 | 425 | 174 | 383 | 486 | 364 | 176 | 349 | 430 | 526 | 3313 | 381 | 336 | 575 | 367 | 152 | 357 | 382 | 163 | 505 | 3218 | 6,531 |
Black/White Hybrid | 138 | 70.7 | 406 | 158 | 359 | 486 | 364 | 176 | 349 | 391 | 487 | 3176 | 381 | 336 | 549 | 348 | 152 | 357 | 366 | 149 | 505 | 3143 | 6,319 |
White Tees | 135 | 70.0 | 406 | 158 | 359 | 468 | 352 | 153 | 340 | 391 | 487 | 3114 | 359 | 320 | 549 | 348 | 147 | 335 | 366 | 149 | 486 | 3059 | 6,173 |
White/Gold Hybrid | 128 | 68.6 | 381 | 131 | 318 | 468 | 317 | 153 | 340 | 357 | 487 | 2952 | 359 | 320 | 476 | 348 | 124 | 335 | 316 | 149 | 448 | 2875 | 5,827 |
Gold Tees | 141 | 71.6 | 381 | 131 | 318 | 434 | 317 | 129 | 299 | 357 | 452 | 2818 | 330 | 283 | 476 | 320 | 124 | 283 | 316 | 134 | 448 | 2714 | 5,532 |
Gold Tees | 126 | 67.3 | 381 | 131 | 318 | 434 | 317 | 129 | 299 | 357 | 452 | 2818 | 330 | 283 | 476 | 320 | 124 | 283 | 316 | 134 | 448 | 2714 | 5,532 |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 118 | 65.6 | 348 | 131 | 296 | 404 | 317 | 129 | 299 | 297 | 412 | 2633 | 330 | 283 | 419 | 245 | 124 | 254 | 316 | 134 | 448 | 2553 | 5,186 |
Red Tees | 126 | 68.4 | 348 | 115 | 296 | 404 | 275 | 110 | 273 | 297 | 412 | 2530 | 308 | 230 | 419 | 245 | 112 | 254 | 284 | 120 | 418 | 2390 | 4,920 |
Red Tees | 112 | 65.2 | 348 | 115 | 296 | 404 | 275 | 110 | 273 | 297 | 412 | 2530 | 308 | 230 | 419 | 245 | 112 | 254 | 284 | 120 | 418 | 2390 | 4,920 |
Red/Green Hybrid | 121 | 66.3 | 301 | 115 | 244 | 348 | 275 | 110 | 273 | 297 | 362 | 2325 | 308 | 230 | 354 | 245 | 112 | 254 | 216 | 120 | 375 | 2214 | 4,539 |
Red/Green Hybrid | 105 | 63.2 | 301 | 115 | 244 | 348 | 275 | 110 | 273 | 297 | 362 | 2325 | 308 | 230 | 354 | 245 | 112 | 254 | 216 | 120 | 375 | 2214 | 4,539 |
Green Tees | 108 | 64.2 | 301 | 99 | 244 | 348 | 234 | 97 | 249 | 253 | 362 | 2187 | 249 | 192 | 354 | 206 | 51 | 168 | 216 | 100 | 375 | 1911 | 4,098 |
Green Tees | 100 | 61.7 | 301 | 99 | 244 | 348 | 234 | 97 | 249 | 253 | 362 | 2187 | 249 | 192 | 354 | 206 | 51 | 168 | 216 | 100 | 375 | 1911 | 4,098 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 6,531 | 142 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Black/White Hybrid | 6,319 | 138 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,173 | 135 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
White/Gold Hybrid | 5,827 | 128 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
Gold Tees | 5,532 | 141 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,532 | 126 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 5,186 | 118 | 65.6 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,920 | 126 | 68.4 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,920 | 112 | 65.2 | 25+ |
Red/Green Hybrid | 4,539 | 121 | 66.3 | 25+ |
Red/Green Hybrid | 4,539 | 105 | 63.2 | 25+ |
Green Tees | 4,098 | 108 | 64.2 | 25+ |
Green Tees | 4,098 | 100 | 61.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Wildcat Cliffs 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 Wildcat Cliffs Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Wildcat Cliffs 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 Wildcat Cliffs Country Club have?expand_more
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1962. The course was designed by George Cobb.
What is the yardage at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
From the Black/White Hybrid tees, Wildcat Cliffs Country Club plays to 6,319 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,098 to 6,531 yards.
What is the slope rating at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
The Black Tees tees at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Wildcat Cliffs Country Club offer?expand_more
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Wildcat Cliffs Country Club located?expand_more
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is located at 770 Country Club Dr in Highlands, NC 28741. You can reach them at 828-526-2164.
What is the difficulty level at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 82% 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 Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Black Tees tees (6,531 yards, slope 142) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green Tees tees (4,098 yards, slope 100) 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 Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club should play the Green Tees tees, which play 4,098 yards with a slope of 100. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold/Red Hybrid tees (slope 118, rating 65.6) at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club would have a course handicap of 9 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 Wildcat Cliffs Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Wildcat Cliffs 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.