South Padre Island Golf Club
Course at a glance
South Padre Island Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Laguna Vista, Texas (78578). The course was designed by Chris Cole & Stephen Caplinger and opened in 1997. From the Black tees, South Padre Island Golf Club plays to 6,931 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,099 to 6,931 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 72.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 32% of rated golf courses in Texas. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at South Padre Island Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About South Padre Island Golf Club
South Padre Island Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Laguna Vista, Texas (78578). The course was designed by Chris Cole & Stephen Caplinger and established in 1997. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,931 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 72.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 131, South Padre Island Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Texas. 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 4,099 to 6,931 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.
Texas offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,931
Slope
130
Rating
72.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
135
TX Average
113
US Average
Based on 424 rated courses in Texas
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 | 130 | 72.8 | 396 | 403 | 190 | 571 | 335 | 163 | 528 | 415 | 455 | 3456 | 407 | 409 | 133 | 547 | 435 | 165 | 428 | 541 | 410 | 3475 | 6,931 |
Blue | 127 | 70.8 | 347 | 346 | 162 | 525 | 296 | 142 | 506 | 377 | 428 | 3129 | 364 | 357 | 116 | 504 | 393 | 140 | 395 | 503 | 390 | 3162 | 6,291 |
GreyWomen's | 131 | 75.1 | 318 | 336 | 155 | 494 | 255 | 135 | 480 | 363 | 392 | 2928 | 351 | 325 | 106 | 476 | 375 | 130 | 385 | 490 | 372 | 3010 | 5,938 |
GreyMen's | 123 | 69.2 | 318 | 336 | 155 | 494 | 255 | 135 | 480 | 363 | 392 | 2928 | 351 | 325 | 106 | 476 | 375 | 130 | 385 | 490 | 372 | 3010 | 5,938 |
WhiteMen's | 121 | 67.6 | 298 | 316 | 150 | 464 | 254 | 123 | 448 | 330 | 361 | 2744 | 328 | 314 | 95 | 444 | 360 | 120 | 368 | 454 | 344 | 2827 | 5,571 |
WhiteWomen's | 126 | 72.9 | 298 | 316 | 150 | 464 | 225 | 123 | 448 | 330 | 361 | 2715 | 328 | 314 | 95 | 444 | 360 | 120 | 368 | 454 | 344 | 2827 | 5,542 |
Red | 120 | 71.6 | 288 | 301 | 102 | 460 | 222 | 117 | 443 | 325 | 355 | 2613 | 324 | 309 | 90 | 444 | 353 | 115 | 334 | 454 | 340 | 2763 | 5,376 |
Red | 114 | 66.7 | 288 | 301 | 102 | 460 | 222 | 117 | 443 | 325 | 355 | 2613 | 324 | 309 | 90 | 444 | 353 | 115 | 334 | 454 | 340 | 2763 | 5,376 |
GoldWomen's | 109 | 64.8 | 229 | 234 | 95 | 354 | 125 | 95 | 350 | 250 | 264 | 1996 | 232 | 244 | 86 | 368 | 240 | 103 | 254 | 363 | 213 | 2103 | 4,099 |
GoldMen's | 106 | 62.2 | 229 | 234 | 95 | 354 | 125 | 95 | 350 | 250 | 264 | 1996 | 232 | 244 | 86 | 368 | 240 | 103 | 254 | 363 | 213 | 2103 | 4,099 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
South Padre Island Golf Club 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,931 | 130 | 72.8 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,291 | 127 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Grey | 5,938 | 131 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
Grey | 5,938 | 123 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,571 | 121 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
White | 5,542 | 126 | 72.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,376 | 120 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,376 | 114 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Gold | 4,099 | 109 | 64.8 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,099 | 106 | 62.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at South Padre Island Golf Club
South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Padre Island Golf Club a public or private golf course?
South Padre Island Golf Club is a public golf course located in Laguna Vista, TX. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does South Padre Island Golf Club have?
South Padre Island Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1997. The course was designed by Chris Cole & Stephen Caplinger.
What is the yardage at South Padre Island Golf Club?
From the White tees, South Padre Island Golf Club plays to 5,571 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,099 to 6,931 yards.
What is the slope rating at South Padre Island Golf Club?
The Black tees at South Padre Island Golf Club have a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 72.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk South Padre Island Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at South Padre Island Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at South Padre Island Golf Club?
Contact the course directly or call 956-943-5678 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does South Padre Island Golf Club offer?
South Padre Island Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is South Padre Island Golf Club located?
South Padre Island Golf Club is located at 1 Golf House Rd in Laguna Vista, TX 78578. You can reach them at 956-943-5678.
What is the difficulty level at South Padre Island Golf Club?
South Padre Island Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 32% of golf courses in Texas. The average slope rating in Texas is 135. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at South Padre Island Golf Club?
South Padre Island Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,931 yards, slope 130) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold tees (4,099 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 South Padre Island Golf Club?
Beginners at South Padre Island Golf Club should play the Gold tees, which play 4,099 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 South Padre Island Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 126, rating 72.9) at South Padre Island Golf Club 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 South Padre Island Golf Club?
A typical round at South Padre Island 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.