Heron Lakes Greenback
Logo: A heron's head and curved neck drawn in flowing sage-green and slate-blue brush strokes, above the words 'HERON LAKES' in slate-blue capitals.
Course at a glance
Heron Lakes Greenback is an 18-hole golf course in Portland, Oregon (97217). The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and opened in 1971. From the BLACK tees, Heron Lakes Greenback plays to 6,638 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,013 to 6,638 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 60% of rated golf courses in Oregon. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with poa annua grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Heron Lakes Greenback are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Heron Lakes Greenback
Heron Lakes Greenback is a 18-hole golf course located in Portland, Oregon (97217). The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and established in 1971. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,638 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
Heron Lakes Greenback offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, putting it in the upper half of courses in Oregon for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,013 to 6,638 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.
Golf in Oregon typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,638
Slope
132
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
131
OR Average
113
US Average
Based on 134 rated courses in Oregon
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 | 132 | 72.0 | 536 | 408 | 176 | 369 | 506 | 404 | 207 | 377 | 392 | 3375 | 499 | 397 | 428 | 503 | 205 | 318 | 178 | 356 | 379 | 3263 | 6,638 |
White/Blue/Black | 126 | 69.9 | 480 | 384 | 176 | 317 | 486 | 404 | 152 | 355 | 392 | 3146 | 450 | 389 | 428 | 461 | 188 | 318 | 105 | 332 | 379 | 3050 | 6,196 |
BLUEWomen's | 136 | 75.6 | 512 | 384 | 151 | 339 | 486 | 364 | 178 | 355 | 354 | 3123 | 465 | 389 | 372 | 477 | 188 | 292 | 144 | 332 | 359 | 3018 | 6,141 |
BLUEMen's | 127 | 69.6 | 512 | 384 | 151 | 339 | 486 | 364 | 178 | 355 | 354 | 3123 | 465 | 389 | 372 | 477 | 188 | 292 | 144 | 332 | 359 | 3018 | 6,141 |
WHITEWomen's | 131 | 73.4 | 480 | 368 | 125 | 317 | 460 | 344 | 152 | 335 | 343 | 2924 | 450 | 368 | 349 | 461 | 167 | 273 | 105 | 314 | 339 | 2826 | 5,750 |
WHITEMen's | 124 | 67.7 | 480 | 368 | 125 | 317 | 460 | 344 | 152 | 335 | 343 | 2924 | 450 | 368 | 349 | 461 | 167 | 273 | 105 | 314 | 339 | 2826 | 5,750 |
Yellow/White/BlueWomen's | 132 | 72.6 | 461 | 368 | 151 | 268 | 460 | 364 | 139 | 335 | 354 | 2900 | 417 | 368 | 372 | 386 | 167 | 292 | 92 | 314 | 359 | 2767 | 5,667 |
Yellow/White/BlueMen's | 123 | 67.9 | 461 | 368 | 151 | 268 | 460 | 364 | 139 | 335 | 354 | 2900 | 417 | 368 | 372 | 386 | 167 | 292 | 92 | 314 | 359 | 2767 | 5,667 |
YELLOWWomen's | 127 | 70.2 | 461 | 346 | 100 | 268 | 425 | 309 | 139 | 303 | 335 | 2686 | 417 | 345 | 319 | 386 | 149 | 263 | 92 | 283 | 329 | 2583 | 5,269 |
YELLOWMen's | 115 | 65.1 | 461 | 346 | 100 | 268 | 425 | 309 | 139 | 303 | 335 | 2686 | 417 | 345 | 319 | 386 | 149 | 263 | 92 | 283 | 329 | 2583 | 5,269 |
ORANGEWomen's | 108 | 62.5 | 382 | 282 | 61 | 208 | 317 | 239 | 95 | 244 | 225 | 2053 | 285 | 230 | 230 | 355 | 110 | 220 | 75 | 200 | 255 | 1960 | 4,013 |
ORANGEMen's | 106 | 60.4 | 382 | 282 | 61 | 208 | 317 | 239 | 95 | 244 | 225 | 2053 | 285 | 230 | 230 | 355 | 110 | 220 | 75 | 200 | 255 | 1960 | 4,013 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 13 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Heron Lakes Greenback offers 12 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 | 6,638 | 132 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
White/Blue/Black | 6,196 | 126 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
BLUE | 6,141 | 136 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
BLUE | 6,141 | 127 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,750 | 131 | 73.4 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,750 | 124 | 67.7 | 12-22 |
Yellow/White/Blue | 5,667 | 132 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
Yellow/White/Blue | 5,667 | 123 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
YELLOW | 5,269 | 127 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
YELLOW | 5,269 | 115 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
ORANGE | 4,013 | 108 | 62.5 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 4,013 | 106 | 60.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Heron Lakes Greenback
Heron Lakes Greenback features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Heron Lakes Greenback. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heron Lakes Greenback a public or private golf course?
Heron Lakes Greenback is a public golf course located in Portland, OR. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Heron Lakes Greenback have?
Heron Lakes Greenback is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1971. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr..
What is the yardage at Heron Lakes Greenback?
From the White/Blue/Black tees, Heron Lakes Greenback plays to 6,196 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,013 to 6,638 yards.
What is the slope rating at Heron Lakes Greenback?
The BLACK tees at Heron Lakes Greenback have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Heron Lakes Greenback?
Yes, walking is allowed at Heron Lakes Greenback. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Heron Lakes Greenback?
Visit the official course website at https://portlandparksgolf.com/heron-lakes-course-info/ or call 503-289-1818 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Heron Lakes Greenback offer?
Heron Lakes Greenback offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Heron Lakes Greenback located?
Heron Lakes Greenback is located at 3500 North Victory Boulevard in Portland, OR 97217. You can reach them at 503-289-1818.
What is the difficulty level at Heron Lakes Greenback?
Heron Lakes Greenback is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 60% of golf courses in Oregon. The average slope rating in Oregon is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Heron Lakes Greenback?
Heron Lakes Greenback offers 12 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,638 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. ORANGE tees (4,013 yards, slope 106) 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 Heron Lakes Greenback?
Beginners at Heron Lakes Greenback should play the ORANGE tees, which play 4,013 yards with a slope of 106. 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 Heron Lakes Greenback?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Yellow/White/Blue tees (slope 132, rating 72.6) at Heron Lakes Greenback 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 Heron Lakes Greenback?
A typical round at Heron Lakes Greenback 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.