Lake Shore Golf Club
Course at a glance
Lake Shore Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Erie, Pennsylvania (16505). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and opened in 1929. From the Black tees, Lake Shore Golf Club plays to 6,639 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,251 to 6,639 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 78.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 70% of rated golf courses in Pennsylvania. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Lake Shore Golf Club.
About Lake Shore Golf Club
Lake Shore Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Erie, Pennsylvania (16505). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and established in 1929. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,639 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 78.7.
Walking is permitted.
Lake Shore Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, putting it in the upper half of courses in Pennsylvania for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,251 to 6,639 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 Pennsylvania 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
6,639
Slope
137
Rating
78.7
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
132
PA Average
113
US Average
Based on 343 rated courses in Pennsylvania
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 137 | 78.7 | 379 | 584 | 194 | 406 | 172 | 371 | 323 | 480 | 375 | 3284 | 409 | 165 | 513 | 301 | 400 | 410 | 571 | 410 | 176 | 3355 | 6,639 |
BlackMen's | 138 | 72.6 | 379 | 584 | 194 | 406 | 172 | 371 | 323 | 480 | 375 | 3284 | 409 | 165 | 513 | 301 | 400 | 410 | 571 | 410 | 176 | 3355 | 6,639 |
BlueWomen's | 137 | 77.6 | 363 | 570 | 164 | 391 | 160 | 357 | 307 | 471 | 365 | 3148 | 402 | 152 | 497 | 289 | 393 | 390 | 562 | 358 | 164 | 3207 | 6,355 |
BlueMen's | 136 | 71.3 | 363 | 570 | 164 | 391 | 160 | 357 | 307 | 471 | 365 | 3148 | 402 | 152 | 497 | 289 | 393 | 390 | 562 | 358 | 164 | 3207 | 6,355 |
Blue/WhiteWomen's | 134 | 76.0 | 363 | 527 | 164 | 350 | 160 | 357 | 307 | 471 | 310 | 3009 | 354 | 152 | 497 | 289 | 393 | 330 | 562 | 345 | 134 | 3056 | 6,065 |
Blue/WhiteMen's | 130 | 70.0 | 363 | 527 | 164 | 350 | 160 | 357 | 307 | 471 | 310 | 3009 | 354 | 152 | 497 | 289 | 393 | 330 | 562 | 345 | 134 | 3056 | 6,065 |
WhiteWomen's | 130 | 74.5 | 350 | 527 | 141 | 350 | 136 | 347 | 295 | 460 | 310 | 2916 | 354 | 134 | 460 | 285 | 382 | 330 | 460 | 345 | 134 | 2884 | 5,800 |
WhiteMen's | 127 | 68.9 | 350 | 527 | 141 | 350 | 136 | 347 | 295 | 460 | 310 | 2916 | 354 | 134 | 460 | 285 | 382 | 330 | 460 | 345 | 134 | 2884 | 5,800 |
GreenWomen's | 127 | 72.5 | 318 | 524 | 128 | 347 | 125 | 330 | 287 | 440 | 302 | 2801 | 351 | 123 | 454 | 255 | 350 | 313 | 454 | 274 | 117 | 2691 | 5,492 |
GreenMen's | 121 | 67.4 | 318 | 524 | 128 | 347 | 125 | 330 | 287 | 440 | 302 | 2801 | 351 | 123 | 454 | 255 | 350 | 313 | 454 | 274 | 117 | 2691 | 5,492 |
PurpleWomen's | 110 | 65.3 | 254 | 404 | 125 | 292 | 120 | 229 | 208 | 306 | 217 | 2155 | 275 | 118 | 310 | 182 | 242 | 255 | 390 | 210 | 114 | 2096 | 4,251 |
PurpleMen's | 114 | 62.4 | 254 | 404 | 125 | 292 | 120 | 229 | 208 | 306 | 217 | 2155 | 275 | 118 | 310 | 182 | 242 | 255 | 390 | 210 | 114 | 2096 | 4,251 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Shore Golf Club 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 | 6,639 | 137 | 78.7 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,639 | 138 | 72.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,355 | 137 | 77.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,355 | 136 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,065 | 134 | 76.0 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 6,065 | 130 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,800 | 130 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,800 | 127 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,492 | 127 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,492 | 121 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Purple | 4,251 | 110 | 65.3 | 25+ |
Purple | 4,251 | 114 | 62.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Shore Golf Club
Lake Shore Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Lake Shore Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Shore Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Shore Golf Club is a public golf course located in Erie, PA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Shore Golf Club have?expand_more
Lake Shore Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1929. The course was designed by Tom Bendelow.
What is the yardage at Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Lake Shore Golf Club plays to 6,065 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,251 to 6,639 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Lake Shore Golf Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 78.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Shore Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 814-833-7822 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Shore Golf Club offer?expand_more
Lake Shore Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Shore Golf Club located?expand_more
Lake Shore Golf Club is located at Hardscrabble Rd in Erie, PA 16505. You can reach them at 814-833-7822.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
Lake Shore Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 70% of golf courses in Pennsylvania. The average slope rating in Pennsylvania is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
Lake Shore Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,639 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Purple tees (4,251 yards, slope 114) 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 Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Shore Golf Club should play the Purple tees, which play 4,251 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 130, rating 74.5) at Lake Shore Golf Club would have a course handicap of 20 and an expected score of approximately 92. This uses the 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 Lake Shore Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Shore Golf 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.