Hound Ears Club
About Hound Ears Club
Hound Ears Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Boone, North Carolina (28607). The course was designed by George Cobb and established in 1963. From the I Tees tees, the course plays to 6,128 yards with a par of 72. The I Tees tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 70.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 145, Hound Ears Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 91% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,382 to 6,128 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
6,128
Slope
133
Rating
70.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
145
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
I Tees | 133 | 70.1 | 324 | 374 | 412 | 468 | 125 | 491 | 163 | 355 | 347 | 3059 | 371 | 385 | 496 | 156 | 343 | 103 | 487 | 326 | 402 | 3069 | 6,128 |
II Tees | 145 | 74.3 | 322 | 356 | 391 | 451 | 118 | 475 | 146 | 354 | 333 | 2946 | 350 | 339 | 468 | 143 | 339 | 103 | 468 | 308 | 370 | 2888 | 5,834 |
II Tees | 130 | 68.7 | 322 | 356 | 391 | 451 | 118 | 475 | 146 | 354 | 333 | 2946 | 350 | 339 | 468 | 143 | 339 | 103 | 468 | 308 | 370 | 2888 | 5,834 |
III Tees | 136 | 71.8 | 309 | 335 | 356 | 438 | 112 | 435 | 107 | 340 | 310 | 2742 | 336 | 313 | 424 | 128 | 291 | 96 | 449 | 284 | 347 | 2668 | 5,410 |
III Tees | 120 | 67.1 | 309 | 335 | 356 | 438 | 112 | 435 | 107 | 340 | 310 | 2742 | 336 | 313 | 424 | 128 | 291 | 96 | 449 | 284 | 347 | 2668 | 5,410 |
IV Tees | 124 | 69.5 | 262 | 297 | 339 | 379 | 91 | 398 | 101 | 298 | 265 | 2430 | 292 | 291 | 377 | 120 | 261 | 90 | 414 | 280 | 305 | 2430 | 4,860 |
IV Tees | 112 | 65.1 | 262 | 297 | 339 | 379 | 91 | 398 | 101 | 298 | 265 | 2430 | 292 | 291 | 377 | 120 | 261 | 90 | 414 | 280 | 305 | 2430 | 4,860 |
V Tees | 120 | 68.1 | 254 | 291 | 332 | 374 | 86 | 394 | 81 | 285 | 260 | 2357 | 239 | 287 | 357 | 110 | 261 | 85 | 391 | 234 | 281 | 2245 | 4,602 |
V Tees | 110 | 64.3 | 254 | 291 | 332 | 374 | 86 | 394 | 81 | 285 | 260 | 2357 | 239 | 287 | 357 | 110 | 261 | 85 | 391 | 234 | 281 | 2245 | 4,602 |
VI Tees | 118 | 67.0 | 254 | 291 | 267 | 329 | 86 | 394 | 81 | 285 | 260 | 2247 | 239 | 231 | 357 | 110 | 207 | 85 | 391 | 234 | 281 | 2135 | 4,382 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Hound Ears Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
I Tees | 6,128 | 133 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
II Tees | 5,834 | 145 | 74.3 | 12-22 |
II Tees | 5,834 | 130 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
III Tees | 5,410 | 136 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
III Tees | 5,410 | 120 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
IV Tees | 4,860 | 124 | 69.5 | 25+ |
IV Tees | 4,860 | 112 | 65.1 | 25+ |
V Tees | 4,602 | 120 | 68.1 | 25+ |
V Tees | 4,602 | 110 | 64.3 | 25+ |
VI Tees | 4,382 | 118 | 67.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Hound Ears Club
Hound Ears Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Hound Ears Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hound Ears Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Hound Ears Club is a public golf course located in Boone, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Hound Ears Club have?expand_more
Hound Ears Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1963. The course was designed by George Cobb.
What is the yardage at Hound Ears Club?expand_more
From the I Tees tees, Hound Ears Club plays to 6,128 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,382 to 6,128 yards.
What is the slope rating at Hound Ears Club?expand_more
The I Tees tees at Hound Ears Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 70.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Hound Ears Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Hound Ears Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Hound Ears Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Hound Ears Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Hound Ears Club offer?expand_more
Hound Ears Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Hound Ears Club located?expand_more
Hound Ears Club is located at Route 3 Hwy 105 S in Boone, NC 28607. You can reach them at 828-963-5831.
What is the difficulty level at Hound Ears Club?expand_more
Hound Ears Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 91% 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 Hound Ears Club?expand_more
Hound Ears Club offers 10 tee sets. I Tees tees (6,128 yards, slope 133) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. VI Tees tees (4,382 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 Hound Ears Club?expand_more
Beginners at Hound Ears Club should play the VI Tees tees, which play 4,382 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Hound Ears Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the IV Tees tees (slope 124, rating 69.5) at Hound Ears Club 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 Hound Ears Club?expand_more
A typical round at Hound Ears Club 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.