Wilmington Municipal Golf Course
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Hybrid | 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 Hybrid | 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 Tees | 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 Tees | 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 Hybrid | 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 Hybrid | 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.
| 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.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Wilmington Municipal Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wilmington Municipal Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Wilmington Municipal Golf Course offer?expand_more
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Wilmington Municipal Golf Course located?expand_more
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?expand_more
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 68% 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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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 would a 15-handicap shoot at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Gold Hybrid tees (slope 121, rating 67.9) at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 84. 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 Wilmington Municipal Golf Course?expand_more
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.