Walnut Creek Country Club
Course at a glance
Walnut Creek Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Goldsboro, North Carolina (27534). The course was designed by Dan Maples and opened in 1967. From the Black Tees tees, Walnut Creek Country Club plays to 6,953 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 4,439 to 6,953 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 50% 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 61-70 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Walnut Creek Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Walnut Creek Country Club
Walnut Creek Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Goldsboro, North Carolina (27534). The course was designed by Dan Maples and established in 1967. From the Black Tees tees, the course plays to 6,953 yards with a par of 72. The Black Tees tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.8.
Walking is permitted.
Walnut Creek Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, 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 11 tee sets ranging from 4,439 to 6,953 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
6,953
Slope
136
Rating
73.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 136 | 73.8 | 541 | 423 | 191 | 380 | 532 | 428 | 361 | 377 | 176 | 3409 | 420 | 530 | 434 | 201 | 405 | 203 | 455 | 501 | 395 | 3544 | 6,953 |
Blue Tees | 132 | 72.2 | 511 | 397 | 177 | 370 | 510 | 418 | 347 | 367 | 158 | 3255 | 400 | 517 | 418 | 192 | 393 | 186 | 408 | 478 | 371 | 3363 | 6,618 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 130 | 70.9 | 511 | 368 | 177 | 330 | 510 | 382 | 347 | 367 | 158 | 3150 | 346 | 517 | 371 | 192 | 348 | 186 | 408 | 478 | 371 | 3217 | 6,367 |
White TeesWomen's | 135 | 75.7 | 496 | 368 | 144 | 330 | 481 | 382 | 329 | 339 | 152 | 3021 | 346 | 485 | 371 | 159 | 348 | 172 | 398 | 430 | 339 | 3048 | 6,069 |
White TeesMen's | 127 | 69.8 | 496 | 368 | 144 | 330 | 481 | 382 | 329 | 339 | 152 | 3021 | 346 | 485 | 371 | 159 | 348 | 172 | 398 | 430 | 339 | 3048 | 6,069 |
Gray TeesWomen's | 129 | 72.7 | 442 | 356 | 122 | 317 | 471 | 322 | 300 | 326 | 138 | 2794 | 315 | 434 | 334 | 127 | 316 | 140 | 355 | 391 | 327 | 2739 | 5,533 |
Gray TeesMen's | 120 | 67.3 | 442 | 356 | 122 | 317 | 471 | 322 | 300 | 326 | 138 | 2794 | 315 | 434 | 334 | 127 | 316 | 140 | 355 | 391 | 327 | 2739 | 5,533 |
Red Tees | 122 | 69.7 | 391 | 319 | 116 | 280 | 442 | 282 | 252 | 293 | 131 | 2506 | 276 | 398 | 280 | 94 | 289 | 133 | 321 | 363 | 310 | 2464 | 4,970 |
Red Tees | 113 | 64.8 | 391 | 319 | 116 | 280 | 442 | 282 | 252 | 293 | 131 | 2506 | 276 | 398 | 280 | 94 | 289 | 133 | 321 | 363 | 310 | 2464 | 4,970 |
Gold/Red HybridWomen's | 117 | 66.3 | 350 | 273 | 116 | 229 | 382 | 247 | 252 | 244 | 131 | 2224 | 276 | 351 | 280 | 94 | 243 | 133 | 256 | 307 | 275 | 2215 | 4,439 |
Gold/Red HybridMen's | 109 | 62.7 | 350 | 273 | 116 | 229 | 382 | 247 | 252 | 244 | 131 | 2224 | 276 | 351 | 280 | 94 | 243 | 133 | 256 | 307 | 275 | 2215 | 4,439 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Walnut Creek Country Club offers 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 6,953 | 136 | 73.8 | 0-5 |
Blue Tees | 6,618 | 132 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 6,367 | 130 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,069 | 135 | 75.7 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 6,069 | 127 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
Gray Tees | 5,533 | 129 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Gray Tees | 5,533 | 120 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,970 | 122 | 69.7 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,970 | 113 | 64.8 | 25+ |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 4,439 | 117 | 66.3 | 25+ |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 4,439 | 109 | 62.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Walnut Creek Country Club
Walnut Creek Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek Country Club a public or private golf course?
Walnut Creek Country Club is a private golf course located in Goldsboro, NC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Walnut Creek Country Club have?
Walnut Creek Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1967. The course was designed by Dan Maples.
What is the yardage at Walnut Creek Country Club?
From the Blue/White Hybrid tees, Walnut Creek Country Club plays to 6,367 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,439 to 6,953 yards.
What is the slope rating at Walnut Creek Country Club?
The Black Tees tees at Walnut Creek Country Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Walnut Creek Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Walnut Creek Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Walnut Creek Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.walnutcreekcountryclub.org/ or call 919-778-2363 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Walnut Creek Country Club offer?
Walnut Creek Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Walnut Creek Country Club located?
Walnut Creek Country Club is located at 508 Lakeshore Dr in Goldsboro, NC 27534. You can reach them at 919-778-2363.
What is the difficulty level at Walnut Creek Country Club?
Walnut Creek Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 50% 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 Walnut Creek Country Club?
Walnut Creek Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Black Tees tees (6,953 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold/Red Hybrid tees (4,439 yards, slope 109) 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 Walnut Creek Country Club?
Beginners at Walnut Creek Country Club should play the Gold/Red Hybrid tees, which play 4,439 yards with a slope of 109. 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 Walnut Creek Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gray Tees tees (slope 129, rating 72.7) at Walnut Creek Country Club has a course handicap of 18, 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 Walnut Creek Country Club?
A typical round at Walnut Creek 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.