Palmer
Course at a glance
Palmer is an 18-hole golf course in Southern Pines, North Carolina. From the Blue Tees tees, Palmer plays to 6,837 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 4,428 to 6,837 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 71% 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. Tee times at Palmer are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Palmer
Palmer is a 18-hole golf course located in Southern Pines, North Carolina.. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 6,837 yards with a par of 72. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.8.
Walking is permitted.
Palmer 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,428 to 6,837 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
6,837
Slope
131
Rating
72.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 344 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 | 131 | 72.8 | 389 | 161 | 359 | 362 | 412 | 185 | 534 | 389 | 573 | 3364 | 475 | 398 | 158 | 364 | 558 | 384 | 176 | 394 | 566 | 3473 | 6,837 |
White TeesWomen's | 140 | 77.3 | 358 | 153 | 317 | 333 | 377 | 138 | 508 | 353 | 540 | 3077 | 445 | 370 | 145 | 342 | 500 | 351 | 169 | 388 | 502 | 3212 | 6,289 |
White TeesMen's | 125 | 70.2 | 358 | 153 | 317 | 333 | 377 | 138 | 508 | 353 | 540 | 3077 | 445 | 370 | 145 | 342 | 500 | 351 | 169 | 388 | 502 | 3212 | 6,289 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 133 | 74.2 | 334 | 141 | 291 | 275 | 341 | 125 | 476 | 322 | 512 | 2817 | 427 | 342 | 125 | 324 | 453 | 300 | 141 | 352 | 447 | 2911 | 5,728 |
Gold TeesMen's | 114 | 67.6 | 334 | 141 | 291 | 275 | 341 | 125 | 476 | 322 | 512 | 2817 | 427 | 342 | 125 | 324 | 453 | 300 | 141 | 352 | 447 | 2911 | 5,728 |
Red Tees | 125 | 70.5 | 292 | 123 | 284 | 248 | 303 | 106 | 396 | 268 | 465 | 2485 | 361 | 280 | 106 | 295 | 416 | 253 | 136 | 327 | 416 | 2590 | 5,075 |
Red Tees | 103 | 64.7 | 292 | 123 | 284 | 248 | 303 | 106 | 396 | 268 | 465 | 2485 | 361 | 280 | 106 | 295 | 416 | 253 | 136 | 327 | 416 | 2590 | 5,075 |
Green Tees | 118 | 66.5 | 256 | 114 | 239 | 239 | 276 | 98 | 373 | 258 | 339 | 2192 | 294 | 268 | 97 | 274 | 344 | 250 | 130 | 252 | 327 | 2236 | 4,428 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Palmer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 6,837 | 131 | 72.8 | 0-5 |
White Tees | 6,289 | 140 | 77.3 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,289 | 125 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
Gold Tees | 5,728 | 133 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
Gold Tees | 5,728 | 114 | 67.6 | 12-22 |
Red Tees | 5,075 | 125 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,075 | 103 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 4,428 | 118 | 66.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Palmer
Palmer features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Palmer. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palmer a public or private golf course?
Palmer is a public golf course located in Southern Pines, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Palmer have?
Palmer is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Palmer?
From the White Tees tees, Palmer plays to 6,289 yards (par 73). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,428 to 6,837 yards.
What is the slope rating at Palmer?
The Blue Tees tees at Palmer have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Palmer?
Yes, walking is allowed at Palmer. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Palmer?
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Palmer offer?
Palmer offers a pro shop.
Where is Palmer located?
Palmer is located in Southern Pines, NC.
What is the difficulty level at Palmer?
Palmer is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 71% 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 Palmer?
Palmer offers 8 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (6,837 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green Tees tees (4,428 yards, slope 118) 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 Palmer?
Beginners at Palmer should play the Green Tees tees, which play 4,428 yards with a slope of 118. 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 Palmer?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 114, rating 67.6) at Palmer has a course handicap of 11, 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 Palmer?
A typical round at Palmer 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.