Bay Forest Golf Club
Course at a glance
Bay Forest Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in La Porte, Texas (77571). The course was designed by Jay Riviere and opened in 1988. From the Blue tees, Bay Forest Golf Club plays to 6,764 yards at par 72. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,132 to 6,764 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 55% of rated golf courses in Texas. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. 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 Bay Forest Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Bay Forest Golf Club
Bay Forest Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in La Porte, Texas (77571). The course was designed by Jay Riviere and established in 1988. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,764 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
Bay Forest Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Texas for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,132 to 6,764 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
6,764
Slope
137
Rating
73.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 137 | 73.5 | 406 | 402 | 180 | 499 | 418 | 171 | 516 | 187 | 376 | 3155 | 475 | 510 | 436 | 180 | 542 | 451 | 383 | 180 | 452 | 3609 | 6,764 |
White | 130 | 71.0 | 389 | 368 | 158 | 459 | 390 | 151 | 480 | 161 | 353 | 2909 | 461 | 482 | 396 | 148 | 503 | 420 | 360 | 155 | 415 | 3340 | 6,249 |
Women Gold | 131 | 73.2 | 364 | 354 | 135 | 428 | 311 | 135 | 424 | 140 | 341 | 2632 | 444 | 453 | 359 | 138 | 461 | 355 | 306 | 145 | 368 | 3029 | 5,661 |
Gold | 119 | 68.7 | 364 | 354 | 135 | 428 | 311 | 135 | 424 | 140 | 341 | 2632 | 444 | 453 | 359 | 138 | 461 | 355 | 306 | 145 | 368 | 3029 | 5,661 |
Women | 124 | 70.8 | 336 | 339 | 120 | 402 | 270 | 130 | 396 | 127 | 321 | 2441 | 409 | 412 | 321 | 111 | 397 | 327 | 266 | 135 | 313 | 2691 | 5,132 |
Red | 115 | 66.1 | 336 | 339 | 120 | 402 | 270 | 130 | 396 | 127 | 321 | 2441 | 409 | 412 | 321 | 111 | 397 | 327 | 266 | 135 | 313 | 2691 | 5,132 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 6 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bay Forest Golf Club offers 6 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 | 6,764 | 137 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
White | 6,249 | 130 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Women Gold | 5,661 | 131 | 73.2 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,661 | 119 | 68.7 | 20-30 |
Women | 5,132 | 124 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,132 | 115 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Bay Forest Golf Club
Bay Forest Golf Club 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 Bay Forest Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bay Forest Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Bay Forest Golf Club is a public golf course located in La Porte, TX. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bay Forest Golf Club have?
Bay Forest Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1988. The course was designed by Jay Riviere.
What is the yardage at Bay Forest Golf Club?
From the White tees, Bay Forest Golf Club plays to 6,249 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,132 to 6,764 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bay Forest Golf Club?
The Blue tees at Bay Forest Golf Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bay Forest Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Bay Forest Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bay Forest Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.bayforestgolf.com/ or call +1-281-471-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bay Forest Golf Club offer?
Bay Forest Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Bay Forest Golf Club located?
Bay Forest Golf Club is located at 201 Bay Forest Dr in La Porte, TX 77571. You can reach them at +1-281-471-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Bay Forest Golf Club?
Bay Forest Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 55% 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 Bay Forest Golf Club?
Bay Forest Golf Club offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,764 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,132 yards, slope 115) 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 Bay Forest Golf Club?
Beginners at Bay Forest Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,132 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 Bay Forest Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 119, rating 68.7) at Bay Forest Golf Club has a course handicap of 12, 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 Bay Forest Golf Club?
A typical round at Bay Forest 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.