Mountain Air Country Club
About Mountain Air Country Club
Mountain Air Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Burnsville, North Carolina (28714). The course was designed by Scott Pool and established in 1990. From the Black Tees tees, the course plays to 6,148 yards with a par of 70. The Black Tees tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 69.4.
Walking is permitted.
Mountain Air Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, 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 12 tee sets ranging from 3,888 to 6,148 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
70
Length
6,148
Slope
137
Rating
69.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 137 | 69.4 | 368 | 144 | 324 | 376 | 127 | 412 | 373 | 551 | 333 | 3008 | 225 | 593 | 213 | 345 | 242 | 414 | 320 | 306 | 482 | 3140 | 6,148 |
Blue Tees | 133 | 67.6 | 354 | 133 | 314 | 351 | 118 | 369 | 323 | 499 | 317 | 2778 | 199 | 551 | 200 | 320 | 218 | 396 | 302 | 288 | 455 | 2929 | 5,707 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 130 | 66.5 | 326 | 133 | 314 | 333 | 118 | 325 | 323 | 499 | 317 | 2688 | 199 | 551 | 160 | 320 | 196 | 380 | 302 | 260 | 414 | 2782 | 5,470 |
White Tees | 136 | 70.6 | 326 | 124 | 304 | 333 | 111 | 325 | 318 | 443 | 298 | 2582 | 176 | 492 | 160 | 294 | 196 | 380 | 288 | 260 | 414 | 2660 | 5,242 |
White Tees | 125 | 65.5 | 326 | 124 | 304 | 333 | 111 | 325 | 318 | 443 | 298 | 2582 | 176 | 492 | 160 | 294 | 196 | 380 | 288 | 260 | 414 | 2660 | 5,242 |
White/Gold Hybrid | 133 | 68.2 | 313 | 124 | 304 | 306 | 111 | 291 | 318 | 435 | 272 | 2474 | 176 | 492 | 160 | 294 | 172 | 364 | 224 | 212 | 286 | 2380 | 4,854 |
White/Gold Hybrid | 116 | 63.9 | 313 | 124 | 304 | 306 | 111 | 291 | 318 | 435 | 272 | 2474 | 176 | 492 | 160 | 294 | 172 | 364 | 224 | 212 | 286 | 2380 | 4,854 |
Gold Tees | 131 | 67.4 | 313 | 118 | 294 | 306 | 108 | 291 | 294 | 435 | 272 | 2431 | 156 | 484 | 140 | 266 | 172 | 364 | 224 | 212 | 286 | 2304 | 4,735 |
Gold Tees | 112 | 63.6 | 313 | 118 | 294 | 306 | 108 | 291 | 294 | 435 | 272 | 2431 | 156 | 484 | 140 | 266 | 172 | 364 | 224 | 212 | 286 | 2304 | 4,735 |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 126 | 65.6 | 235 | 118 | 294 | 268 | 108 | 266 | 294 | 389 | 230 | 2202 | 156 | 484 | 124 | 266 | 148 | 305 | 221 | 212 | 282 | 2198 | 4,400 |
Red Tees | 120 | 64.5 | 235 | 111 | 240 | 268 | 85 | 266 | 266 | 389 | 230 | 2090 | 111 | 440 | 124 | 213 | 148 | 305 | 221 | 189 | 282 | 2033 | 4,123 |
Red/Forward Hybrid | 118 | 63.1 | 235 | 111 | 240 | 231 | 85 | 200 | 235 | 389 | 230 | 1956 | 111 | 440 | 112 | 213 | 107 | 257 | 221 | 189 | 282 | 1932 | 3,888 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 1 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Mountain Air Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Tees | 6,148 | 137 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Blue Tees | 5,707 | 133 | 67.6 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Hybrid | 5,470 | 130 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,242 | 136 | 70.6 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,242 | 125 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
White/Gold Hybrid | 4,854 | 133 | 68.2 | 25+ |
White/Gold Hybrid | 4,854 | 116 | 63.9 | 25+ |
Gold Tees | 4,735 | 131 | 67.4 | 25+ |
Gold Tees | 4,735 | 112 | 63.6 | 25+ |
Gold/Red Hybrid | 4,400 | 126 | 65.6 | 25+ |
Red Tees | 4,123 | 120 | 64.5 | 25+ |
Red/Forward Hybrid | 3,888 | 118 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Mountain Air Country Club
Mountain Air Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Mountain Air Country Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mountain Air Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Mountain Air Country Club is a private golf course located in Burnsville, NC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Mountain Air Country Club have?expand_more
Mountain Air Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1990. The course was designed by Scott Pool.
What is the yardage at Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Hybrid tees, Mountain Air Country Club plays to 5,470 yards (par 70). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,888 to 6,148 yards.
What is the slope rating at Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
The Black Tees tees at Mountain Air Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 69.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Mountain Air Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Mountain Air Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Mountain Air Country Club offer?expand_more
Mountain Air Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Mountain Air Country Club located?expand_more
Mountain Air Country Club is located at Phipps Creek Rd in Burnsville, NC 28714. You can reach them at 828-682-4600.
What is the difficulty level at Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
Mountain Air Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 58% 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 Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
Mountain Air Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Black Tees tees (6,148 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Red/Forward Hybrid tees (3,888 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 Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Mountain Air Country Club should play the Red/Forward Hybrid tees, which play 3,888 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 Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Gold Hybrid tees (slope 116, rating 63.9) at Mountain Air Country Club would have a course handicap of 10 and an expected score of approximately 79. 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 Mountain Air Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Mountain Air 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.