Blowing Rock Country Club
Course at a glance
Blowing Rock Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Blowing Rock, North Carolina (28605). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1919. From the Gold Tees tees, Blowing Rock Country Club plays to 6,245 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 3,799 to 6,245 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.0, 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 private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Blowing Rock Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Blowing Rock Country Club
Blowing Rock Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina (28605). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1919. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,245 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.0.
Walking is permitted.
Blowing Rock Country Club 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 9 tee sets ranging from 3,799 to 6,245 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
6,245
Slope
134
Rating
71.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 134 | 71.0 | 484 | 178 | 487 | 392 | 364 | 192 | 391 | 359 | 352 | 3199 | 159 | 475 | 378 | 349 | 440 | 217 | 192 | 306 | 530 | 3046 | 6,245 |
Blue TeesWomen's | 139 | 73.5 | 473 | 165 | 466 | 379 | 323 | 154 | 359 | 322 | 323 | 2964 | 133 | 445 | 348 | 316 | 401 | 200 | 177 | 288 | 482 | 2790 | 5,754 |
Blue TeesMen's | 125 | 68.8 | 473 | 165 | 466 | 379 | 323 | 154 | 359 | 322 | 323 | 2964 | 133 | 445 | 348 | 316 | 401 | 200 | 177 | 288 | 482 | 2790 | 5,754 |
Members Hybrid Tees | 123 | 67.6 | 473 | 137 | 466 | 340 | 280 | 154 | 359 | 322 | 323 | 2854 | 133 | 445 | 297 | 316 | 350 | 200 | 177 | 288 | 434 | 2640 | 5,494 |
White TeesWomen's | 129 | 70.1 | 459 | 137 | 450 | 340 | 280 | 132 | 299 | 298 | 309 | 2704 | 118 | 364 | 297 | 285 | 350 | 183 | 175 | 269 | 434 | 2475 | 5,179 |
White TeesMen's | 119 | 66.2 | 459 | 137 | 450 | 340 | 280 | 132 | 299 | 298 | 309 | 2704 | 118 | 364 | 297 | 285 | 350 | 183 | 175 | 269 | 434 | 2475 | 5,179 |
Red Tees | 123 | 67.8 | 436 | 113 | 414 | 273 | 259 | 107 | 262 | 283 | 271 | 2418 | 91 | 338 | 274 | 249 | 326 | 166 | 157 | 253 | 402 | 2256 | 4,674 |
Red Tees | 115 | 64.0 | 436 | 113 | 414 | 273 | 259 | 107 | 262 | 283 | 271 | 2418 | 91 | 338 | 274 | 249 | 326 | 166 | 157 | 253 | 402 | 2256 | 4,674 |
Hybrid Short Tees | 112 | 62.4 | 311 | 113 | 269 | 273 | 163 | 107 | 262 | 283 | 167 | 1948 | 91 | 249 | 175 | 249 | 211 | 166 | 157 | 253 | 300 | 1851 | 3,799 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Blowing Rock Country Club offers 9 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 | 6,245 | 134 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 5,754 | 139 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
Blue Tees | 5,754 | 125 | 68.8 | 12-22 |
Members Hybrid Tees | 5,494 | 123 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,179 | 129 | 70.1 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,179 | 119 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,674 | 123 | 67.8 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,674 | 115 | 64.0 | 25+ |
Hybrid Short Tees | 3,799 | 112 | 62.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Blowing Rock Country Club
Blowing Rock Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Blowing Rock Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blowing Rock Country Club a public or private golf course?
Blowing Rock Country Club is a private golf course located in Blowing Rock, NC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Blowing Rock Country Club have?
Blowing Rock Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1919. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Blowing Rock Country Club?
From the White Tees tees, Blowing Rock Country Club plays to 5,179 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 3,799 to 6,245 yards.
What is the slope rating at Blowing Rock Country Club?
The Gold Tees tees at Blowing Rock Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Blowing Rock Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Blowing Rock Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Blowing Rock Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.blowingrockcountryclub.com/Club/Scripts/Home/home.asp or call 828-295-7311 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Blowing Rock Country Club offer?
Blowing Rock Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Blowing Rock Country Club located?
Blowing Rock Country Club is located at Country Club Dr in Blowing Rock, NC 28605. You can reach them at 828-295-7311.
What is the difficulty level at Blowing Rock Country Club?
Blowing Rock Country Club 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 Blowing Rock Country Club?
Blowing Rock Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,245 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Hybrid Short Tees tees (3,799 yards, slope 112) 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 Blowing Rock Country Club?
Beginners at Blowing Rock Country Club should play the Hybrid Short Tees tees, which play 3,799 yards with a slope of 112. 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 Blowing Rock Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White Tees tees (slope 129, rating 70.1) at Blowing Rock Country Club has a course handicap of 15, 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 Blowing Rock Country Club?
A typical round at Blowing Rock Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.