Shady Valley Country Club
Course at a glance
Shady Valley Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Arlington, Texas (76013). It opened in 1959. From the Blue tees, Shady Valley Country Club plays to 6,458 yards at par 71. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,240 to 6,458 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 59% 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 tifdwarf grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Shady Valley Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Shady Valley Country Club
Shady Valley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Arlington, Texas (76013). It was established in 1959. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,458 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.2.
Walking is permitted.
Shady Valley Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 10 tee sets ranging from 4,240 to 6,458 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
71
Length
6,458
Slope
138
Rating
73.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 | 138 | 73.2 | 324 | 526 | 150 | 390 | 178 | 382 | 378 | 405 | 370 | 3103 | 437 | 420 | 410 | 165 | 380 | 387 | 455 | 210 | 491 | 3355 | 6,458 |
Blue/White | 136 | 72.2 | 324 | 490 | 150 | 390 | 155 | 382 | 356 | 390 | 370 | 3007 | 437 | 402 | 389 | 165 | 370 | 387 | 455 | 175 | 491 | 3271 | 6,278 |
WhiteWomen's | 136 | 76.2 | 329 | 490 | 140 | 379 | 155 | 362 | 356 | 390 | 352 | 2953 | 420 | 402 | 389 | 150 | 386 | 367 | 450 | 175 | 480 | 3219 | 6,172 |
WhiteMen's | 134 | 71.5 | 315 | 490 | 140 | 379 | 155 | 362 | 356 | 390 | 352 | 2939 | 420 | 402 | 389 | 150 | 370 | 367 | 445 | 175 | 480 | 3198 | 6,137 |
White/Green Combo | 127 | 69.6 | 315 | 427 | 140 | 379 | 155 | 362 | 312 | 342 | 300 | 2732 | 384 | 359 | 378 | 150 | 299 | 367 | 445 | 153 | 480 | 3015 | 5,747 |
White/Red | 128 | 73.2 | 329 | 427 | 140 | 310 | 155 | 362 | 297 | 325 | 352 | 2697 | 420 | 302 | 360 | 150 | 297 | 367 | 450 | 150 | 350 | 2846 | 5,543 |
Green | 123 | 67.7 | 319 | 427 | 136 | 300 | 140 | 340 | 312 | 342 | 300 | 2616 | 384 | 359 | 378 | 141 | 299 | 281 | 411 | 153 | 350 | 2756 | 5,372 |
Red | 121 | 66.4 | 309 | 427 | 136 | 300 | 140 | 274 | 297 | 325 | 300 | 2508 | 384 | 332 | 360 | 106 | 297 | 281 | 400 | 150 | 401 | 2711 | 5,219 |
Red | 121 | 71.8 | 303 | 427 | 136 | 310 | 140 | 274 | 297 | 325 | 330 | 2542 | 384 | 302 | 360 | 106 | 297 | 281 | 400 | 150 | 350 | 2630 | 5,172 |
Fast Tees | 115 | 68.0 | 215 | 362 | 130 | 233 | 125 | 232 | 200 | 260 | 252 | 2009 | 331 | 274 | 265 | 102 | 255 | 222 | 285 | 145 | 352 | 2231 | 4,240 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 16 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 11 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Shady Valley Country 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,458 | 138 | 73.2 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,278 | 136 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,172 | 136 | 76.2 | 12-22 |
White | 6,137 | 134 | 71.5 | 12-22 |
White/Green Combo | 5,747 | 127 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
White/Red | 5,543 | 128 | 73.2 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,372 | 123 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,219 | 121 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,172 | 121 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
Fast Tees | 4,240 | 115 | 68.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Shady Valley Country Club
Shady Valley Country 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 Shady Valley Country 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 Shady Valley Country Club a public or private golf course?
Shady Valley Country Club is a public golf course located in Arlington, TX. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Shady Valley Country Club have?
Shady Valley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1959.
What is the yardage at Shady Valley Country Club?
From the Blue/White tees, Shady Valley Country Club plays to 6,278 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,240 to 6,458 yards.
What is the slope rating at Shady Valley Country Club?
The Blue tees at Shady Valley Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 73.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Shady Valley Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Shady Valley Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Shady Valley Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.shadyvalley.com/ or call 817-275-8771 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Shady Valley Country Club offer?
Shady Valley Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Shady Valley Country Club located?
Shady Valley Country Club is located at 4001 W Park Row Dr in Arlington, TX 76013. You can reach them at 817-275-8771.
What is the difficulty level at Shady Valley Country Club?
Shady Valley Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 59% 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 Shady Valley Country Club?
Shady Valley Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Blue tees (6,458 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Fast Tees tees (4,240 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 Shady Valley Country Club?
Beginners at Shady Valley Country Club should play the Fast Tees tees, which play 4,240 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 Shady Valley Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White/Red tees (slope 128, rating 73.2) at Shady Valley Country 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 Shady Valley Country Club?
A typical round at Shady Valley 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.