Golden Hills Golf & Country Club
Course at a glance
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lexington, South Carolina (29072). The course was designed by Ron Garl and opened in 1988. From the Gold tees, Golden Hills Golf & Country Club plays to 6,426 yards at par 71. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,872 to 6,426 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 82% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It operates as a semi-private club — members hold preferred tee times, with limited outside play available. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Golden Hills Golf & Country Club
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lexington, South Carolina (29072). The course was designed by Ron Garl and established in 1988. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,426 yards with a par of 71. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 145, Golden Hills Golf & Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in South Carolina, playing harder than 82% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,872 to 6,426 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
71
Length
6,426
Slope
136
Rating
71.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
145
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 201 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 136 | 71.8 | 415 | 594 | 163 | 424 | 358 | 427 | 174 | 380 | 511 | 3446 | 370 | 368 | 506 | 185 | 480 | 179 | 340 | 147 | 405 | 2980 | 6,426 |
BlueWomen's | 145 | 75.4 | 395 | 548 | 152 | 398 | 329 | 393 | 163 | 343 | 480 | 3201 | 364 | 356 | 476 | 169 | 446 | 159 | 301 | 132 | 367 | 2770 | 5,971 |
BlueMen's | 131 | 69.3 | 395 | 548 | 152 | 398 | 329 | 393 | 163 | 343 | 480 | 3201 | 364 | 356 | 476 | 169 | 446 | 159 | 301 | 132 | 367 | 2770 | 5,971 |
GreenWomen's | 138 | 73.0 | 372 | 501 | 141 | 384 | 292 | 362 | 145 | 326 | 443 | 2966 | 349 | 336 | 456 | 154 | 434 | 150 | 276 | 114 | 340 | 2609 | 5,575 |
GreenMen's | 124 | 67.8 | 372 | 501 | 141 | 384 | 292 | 362 | 145 | 326 | 443 | 2966 | 349 | 336 | 456 | 154 | 434 | 150 | 276 | 114 | 340 | 2609 | 5,575 |
BlackWomen's | 119 | 69.8 | 355 | 453 | 99 | 339 | 272 | 335 | 132 | 289 | 422 | 2696 | 297 | 280 | 379 | 145 | 396 | 145 | 246 | 96 | 306 | 2290 | 4,986 |
BlackMen's | 115 | 65.1 | 355 | 453 | 99 | 339 | 272 | 335 | 132 | 289 | 422 | 2696 | 297 | 280 | 379 | 145 | 396 | 145 | 246 | 96 | 306 | 2290 | 4,986 |
Red | 118 | 69.1 | 348 | 444 | 95 | 335 | 268 | 325 | 123 | 283 | 415 | 2636 | 288 | 273 | 374 | 140 | 391 | 142 | 237 | 89 | 302 | 2236 | 4,872 |
Red | 115 | 64.6 | 348 | 444 | 95 | 335 | 268 | 325 | 123 | 283 | 415 | 2636 | 288 | 273 | 374 | 140 | 391 | 142 | 237 | 89 | 302 | 2236 | 4,872 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,426 | 136 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,971 | 145 | 75.4 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,971 | 131 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,575 | 138 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,575 | 124 | 67.8 | 20-30 |
Black | 4,986 | 119 | 69.8 | 25+ |
Black | 4,986 | 115 | 65.1 | 25+ |
Red | 4,872 | 118 | 69.1 | 25+ |
Red | 4,872 | 115 | 64.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club
Golden Hills Golf & Country 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 Golden Hills Golf & Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Golden Hills Golf & Country Club a public or private golf course?
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club is a semi private golf course located in Lexington, SC.
How many holes does Golden Hills Golf & Country Club have?
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1988. The course was designed by Ron Garl.
What is the yardage at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
From the Gold tees, Golden Hills Golf & Country Club plays to 6,426 yards (par 71). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,872 to 6,426 yards.
What is the slope rating at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
The Gold tees at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 803-957-3355 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Golden Hills Golf & Country Club offer?
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Golden Hills Golf & Country Club located?
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club is located at 100 Scotland Dr in Lexington, SC 29072. You can reach them at 803-957-3355.
What is the difficulty level at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 82% 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 Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
Golden Hills Golf & Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Gold tees (6,426 yards, slope 136) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,872 yards, slope 115) 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 Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
Beginners at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,872 yards with a slope of 115. 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 Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Green tees (slope 124, rating 67.8) at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club has a course handicap of 13, 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 Golden Hills Golf & Country Club?
A typical round at Golden Hills Golf & Country 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.