Cougar Point Golf Course
Course at a glance
Cougar Point Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. From the Tournament tees, Cougar Point Golf Course plays to 6,710 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,683 to 6,710 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 72.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 31% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Tee times at Cougar Point Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Cougar Point Golf Course
Cougar Point Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Kiawah Island, South Carolina.. From the Tournament tees, the course plays to 6,710 yards with a par of 72. The Tournament tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 72.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 134, Cougar Point Golf Course is more accessible than most courses in South Carolina. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,683 to 6,710 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
6,710
Slope
134
Rating
72.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 184 rated courses in South 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tournament | 134 | 72.7 | 347 | 170 | 524 | 455 | 392 | 180 | 347 | 353 | 550 | 3318 | 434 | 485 | 221 | 406 | 170 | 528 | 397 | 357 | 394 | 3392 | 6,710 |
Cougar | 132 | 71.1 | 336 | 157 | 505 | 433 | 386 | 164 | 330 | 333 | 536 | 3180 | 408 | 469 | 201 | 379 | 165 | 503 | 380 | 347 | 369 | 3221 | 6,401 |
Player | 124 | 69.3 | 315 | 138 | 475 | 399 | 360 | 160 | 306 | 312 | 501 | 2966 | 388 | 450 | 188 | 368 | 149 | 494 | 354 | 320 | 349 | 3060 | 6,026 |
Low Country | 121 | 67.9 | 315 | 120 | 443 | 372 | 328 | 140 | 306 | 312 | 459 | 2795 | 347 | 450 | 146 | 368 | 149 | 470 | 325 | 320 | 331 | 2906 | 5,701 |
KiawahWomen's | 129 | 71.8 | 278 | 120 | 443 | 372 | 328 | 140 | 283 | 277 | 459 | 2700 | 347 | 406 | 146 | 339 | 125 | 470 | 325 | 295 | 331 | 2784 | 5,484 |
KiawahMen's | 118 | 66.9 | 278 | 120 | 443 | 372 | 328 | 140 | 283 | 277 | 459 | 2700 | 347 | 406 | 146 | 339 | 125 | 470 | 325 | 295 | 331 | 2784 | 5,484 |
GovernorsWomen's | 118 | 70.2 | 278 | 120 | 406 | 328 | 302 | 140 | 246 | 277 | 401 | 2498 | 283 | 406 | 127 | 339 | 125 | 406 | 325 | 295 | 252 | 2558 | 5,056 |
GovernorsMen's | 116 | 64.7 | 278 | 120 | 406 | 328 | 302 | 140 | 246 | 277 | 401 | 2498 | 283 | 406 | 127 | 339 | 125 | 406 | 325 | 295 | 252 | 2558 | 5,056 |
CarolinaWomen's | 114 | 68.1 | 244 | 99 | 406 | 328 | 302 | 100 | 246 | 221 | 401 | 2347 | 283 | 333 | 127 | 282 | 111 | 406 | 288 | 254 | 252 | 2336 | 4,683 |
CarolinaMen's | 112 | 63.0 | 244 | 99 | 406 | 328 | 302 | 100 | 246 | 221 | 401 | 2347 | 283 | 333 | 127 | 282 | 111 | 406 | 288 | 254 | 252 | 2336 | 4,683 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cougar Point Golf Course offers 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tournament | 6,710 | 134 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Cougar | 6,401 | 132 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Player | 6,026 | 124 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
Low Country | 5,701 | 121 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
Kiawah | 5,484 | 129 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
Kiawah | 5,484 | 118 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Governors | 5,056 | 118 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
Governors | 5,056 | 116 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Carolina | 4,683 | 114 | 68.1 | 25+ |
Carolina | 4,683 | 112 | 63.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Cougar Point Golf Course
Cougar Point Golf Course 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 Cougar Point Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cougar Point Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Cougar Point Golf Course is a public golf course located in Kiawah Island, SC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cougar Point Golf Course have?
Cougar Point Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Cougar Point Golf Course?
From the Tournament tees, Cougar Point Golf Course plays to 6,710 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,683 to 6,710 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cougar Point Golf Course?
The Tournament tees at Cougar Point Golf Course have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 72.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cougar Point Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Cougar Point Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cougar Point 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 Cougar Point Golf Course offer?
Cougar Point Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Cougar Point Golf Course located?
Cougar Point Golf Course is located in Kiawah Island, SC.
What is the difficulty level at Cougar Point Golf Course?
Cougar Point Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 31% of golf courses in South Carolina. The average slope rating in South Carolina is 137. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Cougar Point Golf Course?
Cougar Point Golf Course offers 10 tee sets. Tournament tees (6,710 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Carolina tees (4,683 yards, slope 112) 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 Cougar Point Golf Course?
Beginners at Cougar Point Golf Course should play the Carolina tees, which play 4,683 yards with a slope of 112. 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 Cougar Point Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Kiawah tees (slope 118, rating 66.9) at Cougar Point Golf Course has a course handicap of 11, 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 Cougar Point Golf Course?
A typical round at Cougar Point 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.