Birkdale Golf Club
Course at a glance
Birkdale Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Huntersville, North Carolina (28078). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer and opened in 1997. From the Gold Tees tees, Birkdale Golf Club plays to 6,898 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,129 to 6,898 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 74.4, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 84% of rated golf courses in North Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Birkdale Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Birkdale Golf Club
Birkdale Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Huntersville, North Carolina (28078). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer and established in 1997. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,898 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 74.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Birkdale Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 84% 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,129 to 6,898 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
6,898
Slope
143
Rating
74.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 143 | 74.4 | 382 | 160 | 420 | 396 | 557 | 208 | 303 | 561 | 439 | 3426 | 333 | 413 | 191 | 587 | 433 | 374 | 205 | 507 | 429 | 3472 | 6,898 |
Blue Tees | 135 | 71.7 | 353 | 155 | 397 | 382 | 516 | 185 | 278 | 509 | 402 | 3177 | 306 | 387 | 182 | 548 | 409 | 321 | 194 | 483 | 395 | 3225 | 6,402 |
White TeesWomen's | 138 | 75.1 | 326 | 128 | 365 | 344 | 480 | 146 | 252 | 484 | 382 | 2907 | 280 | 357 | 162 | 516 | 365 | 309 | 179 | 456 | 363 | 2987 | 5,894 |
White TeesMen's | 128 | 70.1 | 326 | 128 | 365 | 344 | 480 | 146 | 252 | 484 | 382 | 2907 | 280 | 357 | 162 | 516 | 365 | 309 | 179 | 456 | 363 | 2987 | 5,894 |
White/Red HybridWomen's | 133 | 72.8 | 326 | 128 | 316 | 344 | 432 | 146 | 252 | 430 | 333 | 2707 | 280 | 303 | 162 | 395 | 322 | 309 | 179 | 456 | 328 | 2734 | 5,441 |
White/Red HybridMen's | 124 | 67.7 | 326 | 128 | 316 | 344 | 432 | 146 | 252 | 430 | 333 | 2707 | 280 | 303 | 162 | 395 | 322 | 309 | 179 | 456 | 328 | 2734 | 5,441 |
Red Tees | 130 | 71.1 | 281 | 106 | 316 | 304 | 432 | 123 | 219 | 430 | 333 | 2544 | 259 | 303 | 135 | 395 | 322 | 265 | 152 | 426 | 328 | 2585 | 5,129 |
Red Tees | 117 | 66.3 | 281 | 106 | 316 | 304 | 432 | 123 | 219 | 430 | 333 | 2544 | 259 | 303 | 135 | 395 | 322 | 265 | 152 | 426 | 328 | 2585 | 5,129 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Birkdale Golf Club offers 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 6,898 | 143 | 74.4 | 0-5 |
Blue Tees | 6,402 | 135 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 5,894 | 138 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,894 | 128 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
White/Red Hybrid | 5,441 | 133 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
White/Red Hybrid | 5,441 | 124 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,129 | 130 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,129 | 117 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Birkdale Golf Club
Birkdale Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Birkdale 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Birkdale Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Birkdale Golf Club is a public golf course located in Huntersville, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Birkdale Golf Club have?
Birkdale Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1997. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer.
What is the yardage at Birkdale Golf Club?
From the White Tees tees, Birkdale Golf Club plays to 5,894 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,129 to 6,898 yards.
What is the slope rating at Birkdale Golf Club?
The Gold Tees tees at Birkdale Golf Club have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 74.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Birkdale Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Birkdale Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Birkdale Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://birkdale.com/ or call 704-895-8038 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Birkdale Golf Club offer?
Birkdale Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Birkdale Golf Club located?
Birkdale Golf Club is located at 16500 Birkdale Commons Pkwy in Huntersville, NC 28078. You can reach them at 704-895-8038.
What is the difficulty level at Birkdale Golf Club?
Birkdale Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 84% 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 Birkdale Golf Club?
Birkdale Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,898 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (5,129 yards, slope 117) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Birkdale Golf Club?
Beginners at Birkdale Golf Club should play the Red Tees tees, which play 5,129 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 Birkdale Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White/Red Hybrid tees (slope 133, rating 72.8) at Birkdale Golf Club has a course handicap of 18, 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 Birkdale Golf Club?
A typical round at Birkdale 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.