Wilmington Municipal Golf Course
Course at a glance
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Wilmington, North Carolina (28409). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1926. From the Blue Tees tees, Wilmington Municipal Golf Course plays to 6,651 yards at par 71. The course offers 13 sets of tees ranging from 4,717 to 6,651 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 78.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 65% 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 71-80 bunkers. Tee times at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Wilmington Municipal Golf Course
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Wilmington, North Carolina (28409). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1926. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 6,651 yards with a par of 71. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 78.5.
Walking is permitted.
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, 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 4,717 to 6,651 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
71
Length
6,651
Slope
139
Rating
78.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue TeesWomen's | 139 | 78.5 | 427 | 504 | 431 | 208 | 410 | 367 | 344 | 142 | 504 | 3337 | 404 | 188 | 541 | 413 | 375 | 413 | 223 | 340 | 417 | 3314 | 6,651 |
Blue TeesMen's | 130 | 72.3 | 427 | 504 | 431 | 208 | 410 | 367 | 344 | 142 | 504 | 3337 | 404 | 188 | 541 | 413 | 375 | 413 | 223 | 340 | 417 | 3314 | 6,651 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 127 | 71.1 | 398 | 504 | 431 | 179 | 365 | 367 | 344 | 142 | 473 | 3203 | 404 | 153 | 541 | 393 | 375 | 390 | 194 | 340 | 388 | 3178 | 6,381 |
White TeesWomen's | 134 | 75.9 | 398 | 468 | 396 | 179 | 365 | 355 | 334 | 129 | 473 | 3097 | 389 | 153 | 511 | 393 | 360 | 390 | 194 | 326 | 388 | 3104 | 6,201 |
White TeesMen's | 124 | 70.1 | 398 | 468 | 396 | 179 | 365 | 355 | 334 | 129 | 473 | 3097 | 389 | 153 | 511 | 393 | 360 | 390 | 194 | 326 | 388 | 3104 | 6,201 |
White/Gold HybridWomen's | 128 | 73.5 | 345 | 468 | 352 | 152 | 350 | 355 | 334 | 129 | 473 | 2958 | 337 | 153 | 459 | 332 | 360 | 321 | 156 | 326 | 348 | 2792 | 5,750 |
White/Gold HybridMen's | 121 | 67.9 | 345 | 468 | 352 | 152 | 350 | 355 | 334 | 129 | 473 | 2958 | 337 | 153 | 459 | 332 | 360 | 321 | 156 | 326 | 348 | 2792 | 5,750 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 125 | 71.8 | 345 | 432 | 352 | 152 | 350 | 300 | 280 | 115 | 400 | 2726 | 337 | 121 | 459 | 332 | 338 | 321 | 156 | 303 | 348 | 2715 | 5,441 |
Gold TeesMen's | 116 | 66.1 | 345 | 432 | 352 | 152 | 350 | 300 | 280 | 115 | 400 | 2726 | 337 | 121 | 459 | 332 | 338 | 321 | 156 | 303 | 348 | 2715 | 5,441 |
Gold/Red HybridWomen's | 119 | 69.4 | 304 | 432 | 268 | 152 | 269 | 300 | 280 | 115 | 400 | 2520 | 304 | 121 | 426 | 332 | 297 | 321 | 156 | 290 | 279 | 2526 | 5,046 |
Gold/Red HybridMen's | 113 | 64.2 | 304 | 432 | 268 | 152 | 269 | 300 | 280 | 115 | 400 | 2520 | 304 | 121 | 426 | 332 | 297 | 321 | 156 | 290 | 279 | 2526 | 5,046 |
Red Tees | 115 | 67.4 | 304 | 432 | 268 | 114 | 269 | 239 | 235 | 99 | 346 | 2306 | 304 | 99 | 426 | 291 | 297 | 290 | 135 | 290 | 279 | 2411 | 4,717 |
Red Tees | 111 | 62.9 | 304 | 432 | 268 | 114 | 269 | 239 | 235 | 99 | 346 | 2306 | 304 | 99 | 426 | 291 | 297 | 290 | 135 | 290 | 279 | 2411 | 4,717 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 6 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course offers 13 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 | 6,651 | 139 | 78.5 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 6,651 | 130 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 6,381 | 127 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,201 | 134 | 75.9 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,201 | 124 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
White/Gold Hybrid | 5,750 | 128 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
White/Gold Hybrid | 5,750 | 121 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
Gold Tees | 5,441 | 125 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,441 | 116 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 5,046 | 119 | 69.4 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 5,046 | 113 | 64.2 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,717 | 115 | 67.4 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,717 | 111 | 62.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Wilmington Municipal Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wilmington Municipal Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is a public golf course located in Wilmington, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Wilmington Municipal Golf Course have?
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1926. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
From the Blue/White Hybrid tees, Wilmington Municipal Golf Course plays to 6,381 yards (par 71). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,717 to 6,651 yards.
What is the slope rating at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
The Blue Tees tees at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 78.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
Contact the course directly or call 910-791-0558 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Wilmington Municipal Golf Course offer?
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Wilmington Municipal Golf Course located?
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is located at 311 S Wallace Ave in Wilmington, NC 28409. You can reach them at 910-791-0558.
What is the difficulty level at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 65% 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 Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course offers 13 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (6,651 yards, slope 139) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (4,717 yards, slope 111) 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 Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
Beginners at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course should play the Red Tees tees, which play 4,717 yards with a slope of 111. 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 Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White/Gold Hybrid tees (slope 121, rating 67.9) at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course has a course handicap of 13, 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 Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?
A typical round at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course 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.