Great Cove Golf Course
Course at a glance
Great Cove Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Ayr Township, Pennsylvania. From the Blue tees, Great Cove Golf Course plays to 6,620 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,147 to 6,620 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 77.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 57% 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. Tee times at Great Cove Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Great Cove Golf Course
Great Cove Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Ayr Township, Pennsylvania.. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,620 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 77.7.
Walking is permitted.
Great Cove Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,147 to 6,620 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
6,620
Slope
135
Rating
77.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlueWomen's | 135 | 77.7 | 420 | 402 | 419 | 190 | 490 | 161 | 431 | 420 | 514 | 3447 | 419 | 468 | 157 | 326 | 301 | 312 | 180 | 553 | 457 | 3173 | 6,620 |
BlueMen's | 124 | 71.7 | 420 | 402 | 419 | 190 | 490 | 161 | 431 | 420 | 514 | 3447 | 419 | 468 | 157 | 326 | 301 | 312 | 180 | 553 | 457 | 3173 | 6,620 |
WhiteWomen's | 132 | 76.3 | 407 | 388 | 402 | 160 | 475 | 150 | 419 | 404 | 502 | 3307 | 403 | 453 | 153 | 316 | 290 | 298 | 165 | 540 | 452 | 3070 | 6,377 |
WhiteMen's | 121 | 70.5 | 407 | 388 | 402 | 160 | 475 | 150 | 419 | 404 | 502 | 3307 | 403 | 453 | 153 | 316 | 290 | 298 | 165 | 540 | 452 | 3070 | 6,377 |
GoldWomen's | 120 | 71.4 | 336 | 339 | 346 | 153 | 457 | 130 | 353 | 351 | 443 | 2908 | 328 | 413 | 137 | 303 | 284 | 282 | 159 | 437 | 395 | 2738 | 5,646 |
GoldMen's | 116 | 66.6 | 336 | 339 | 346 | 153 | 457 | 130 | 353 | 351 | 443 | 2908 | 328 | 413 | 137 | 303 | 284 | 282 | 159 | 437 | 395 | 2738 | 5,646 |
Red | 113 | 69.2 | 332 | 335 | 279 | 147 | 408 | 114 | 296 | 296 | 439 | 2646 | 324 | 376 | 133 | 261 | 278 | 230 | 152 | 428 | 319 | 2501 | 5,147 |
Red | 109 | 64.0 | 332 | 335 | 279 | 147 | 408 | 114 | 296 | 296 | 439 | 2646 | 324 | 376 | 133 | 261 | 278 | 230 | 152 | 428 | 319 | 2501 | 5,147 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Great Cove Golf Course offers 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,620 | 135 | 77.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,620 | 124 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,377 | 132 | 76.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,377 | 121 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,646 | 120 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,646 | 116 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,147 | 113 | 69.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,147 | 109 | 64.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Great Cove Golf Course
Great Cove Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Great Cove Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Great Cove Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Great Cove Golf Course is a public golf course located in Ayr Township, PA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Great Cove Golf Course have?
Great Cove Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Great Cove Golf Course?
From the White tees, Great Cove Golf Course plays to 6,377 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,147 to 6,620 yards.
What is the slope rating at Great Cove Golf Course?
The Blue tees at Great Cove Golf Course have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 77.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Great Cove Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Great Cove Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Great Cove Golf Course?
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Great Cove Golf Course offer?
Great Cove Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Great Cove Golf Course located?
Great Cove Golf Course is located in Ayr Township, PA.
What is the difficulty level at Great Cove Golf Course?
Great Cove Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 57% 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 Great Cove Golf Course?
Great Cove Golf Course offers 8 tee sets. Blue tees (6,620 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,147 yards, slope 109) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Great Cove Golf Course?
Beginners at Great Cove Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,147 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 Great Cove Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 120, rating 71.4) at Great Cove Golf Course has a course handicap of 15, 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 Great Cove Golf Course?
A typical round at Great Cove Golf Course 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.