Pinehurst No. 4
About Pinehurst No. 4
Pinehurst No. 4 is a 18-hole golf course located in Pinehurst, North Carolina (28374). The course was designed by Tom Fazio and established in 1999. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 7,227 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.9.
Walking is permitted.
Pinehurst No. 4 offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 140, putting it in the upper half of courses in North Carolina for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 5,260 to 7,227 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
7,227
Slope
138
Rating
74.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
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 | 138 | 74.9 | 450 | 512 | 431 | 153 | 489 | 217 | 439 | 409 | 527 | 3627 | 432 | 174 | 453 | 529 | 216 | 398 | 321 | 590 | 487 | 3600 | 7,227 |
Blue Tees | 135 | 73.7 | 420 | 498 | 411 | 140 | 481 | 200 | 421 | 402 | 517 | 3490 | 420 | 165 | 440 | 521 | 207 | 386 | 298 | 573 | 461 | 3471 | 6,961 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 133 | 72.0 | 404 | 498 | 378 | 140 | 460 | 184 | 421 | 402 | 517 | 3404 | 392 | 165 | 387 | 521 | 179 | 331 | 298 | 573 | 408 | 3254 | 6,658 |
White Tees | 140 | 76.9 | 404 | 473 | 378 | 119 | 460 | 184 | 404 | 374 | 484 | 3280 | 392 | 137 | 387 | 504 | 179 | 331 | 274 | 536 | 408 | 3148 | 6,428 |
White Tees | 131 | 70.8 | 404 | 473 | 378 | 119 | 460 | 184 | 404 | 374 | 484 | 3280 | 392 | 137 | 387 | 504 | 179 | 331 | 274 | 536 | 408 | 3148 | 6,428 |
White/Green Hybrid | 136 | 75.2 | 382 | 473 | 378 | 119 | 355 | 159 | 380 | 374 | 464 | 3084 | 392 | 137 | 360 | 504 | 161 | 331 | 274 | 510 | 376 | 3045 | 6,129 |
White/Green Hybrid | 126 | 69.5 | 382 | 473 | 378 | 119 | 355 | 159 | 380 | 374 | 464 | 3084 | 392 | 137 | 360 | 504 | 161 | 331 | 274 | 510 | 376 | 3045 | 6,129 |
Green Tees | 133 | 73.8 | 382 | 443 | 359 | 100 | 355 | 159 | 380 | 350 | 464 | 2992 | 362 | 124 | 360 | 474 | 161 | 245 | 260 | 510 | 376 | 2872 | 5,864 |
Green Tees | 123 | 68.5 | 382 | 443 | 359 | 100 | 355 | 159 | 380 | 350 | 464 | 2992 | 362 | 124 | 360 | 474 | 161 | 245 | 260 | 510 | 376 | 2872 | 5,864 |
Green/Red Hybrid | 127 | 71.3 | 319 | 443 | 276 | 100 | 341 | 132 | 356 | 331 | 464 | 2762 | 345 | 124 | 340 | 455 | 161 | 245 | 260 | 426 | 329 | 2685 | 5,447 |
Green/Red Hybrid | 120 | 66.5 | 319 | 443 | 276 | 100 | 341 | 132 | 356 | 331 | 464 | 2762 | 345 | 124 | 340 | 455 | 161 | 245 | 260 | 426 | 329 | 2685 | 5,447 |
Red Tees | 124 | 70.1 | 319 | 402 | 276 | 83 | 341 | 132 | 356 | 331 | 436 | 2676 | 345 | 102 | 340 | 455 | 115 | 228 | 244 | 426 | 329 | 2584 | 5,260 |
Red Tees | 116 | 65.4 | 319 | 402 | 276 | 83 | 341 | 132 | 356 | 331 | 436 | 2676 | 345 | 102 | 340 | 455 | 115 | 228 | 244 | 426 | 329 | 2584 | 5,260 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Pinehurst No. 4 offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 7,227 | 138 | 74.9 | 0-5 |
Blue Tees | 6,961 | 135 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 6,658 | 133 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,428 | 140 | 76.9 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,428 | 131 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
White/Green Hybrid | 6,129 | 136 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
White/Green Hybrid | 6,129 | 126 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Green Tees | 5,864 | 133 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
Green Tees | 5,864 | 123 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
Green/Red Hybrid | 5,447 | 127 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Green/Red Hybrid | 5,447 | 120 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,260 | 124 | 70.1 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,260 | 116 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Pinehurst No. 4
Pinehurst No. 4 features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Pinehurst No. 4. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pinehurst No. 4 a public or private golf course?expand_more
Pinehurst No. 4 is a public golf course located in Pinehurst, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Pinehurst No. 4 have?expand_more
Pinehurst No. 4 is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1999. The course was designed by Tom Fazio.
What is the yardage at Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
From the Blue/White Hybrid tees, Pinehurst No. 4 plays to 6,658 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 5,260 to 7,227 yards.
What is the slope rating at Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
The Gold Tees tees at Pinehurst No. 4 have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 74.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Pinehurst No. 4. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Pinehurst No. 4. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Pinehurst No. 4 offer?expand_more
Pinehurst No. 4 offers a pro shop.
Where is Pinehurst No. 4 located?expand_more
Pinehurst No. 4 is located at Carolina Vista Dr in Pinehurst, NC 28374. You can reach them at 800-487-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
Pinehurst No. 4 is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 74% 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 Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
Pinehurst No. 4 offers 13 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (7,227 yards, slope 138) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (5,260 yards, slope 116) 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 Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
Beginners at Pinehurst No. 4 should play the Red Tees tees, which play 5,260 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Green Hybrid tees (slope 126, rating 69.5) at Pinehurst No. 4 would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Pinehurst No. 4?expand_more
A typical round at Pinehurst No. 4 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.