The Golf Club at the Highlands
Course at a glance
The Golf Club at the Highlands is an 18-hole golf course in Richmond, Virginia. From the Gold tees, The Golf Club at the Highlands plays to 6,565 yards at par 72. The course offers 13 sets of tees ranging from 3,845 to 6,565 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 36% of rated golf courses in Virginia. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at The Golf Club at the Highlands are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About The Golf Club at the Highlands
The Golf Club at the Highlands is a 18-hole golf course located in Richmond, Virginia.. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,565 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 134, The Golf Club at the Highlands is more accessible than most courses in Virginia. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,845 to 6,565 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
6,565
Slope
133
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
136
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 206 rated courses in Virginia
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 | 133 | 72.0 | 408 | 166 | 523 | 384 | 196 | 285 | 469 | 163 | 516 | 3110 | 576 | 161 | 386 | 457 | 519 | 367 | 423 | 149 | 417 | 3455 | 6,565 |
Blue | 130 | 70.3 | 366 | 156 | 501 | 358 | 170 | 275 | 459 | 153 | 488 | 2926 | 539 | 132 | 354 | 425 | 492 | 349 | 413 | 141 | 405 | 3250 | 6,176 |
Black | 124 | 68.7 | 332 | 129 | 501 | 317 | 154 | 275 | 459 | 153 | 442 | 2762 | 497 | 132 | 354 | 381 | 492 | 349 | 377 | 141 | 366 | 3089 | 5,851 |
WhiteWomen's | 134 | 72.8 | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 497 | 105 | 309 | 381 | 461 | 315 | 377 | 122 | 366 | 2933 | 5,564 |
WhiteMen's | 118 | 67.3 | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 497 | 105 | 309 | 381 | 461 | 315 | 377 | 122 | 366 | 2933 | 5,564 |
MintMen's | 115 | 66.3 | 332 | 129 | 436 | 274 | 154 | 234 | 392 | 114 | 409 | 2474 | 497 | 105 | 309 | 341 | 461 | 315 | 377 | 113 | 331 | 2849 | 5,323 |
MintWomen's | 126 | 70.0 | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 5,072 |
GreenWomen's | 121 | 68.9 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 274 | 134 | 196 | 392 | 114 | 409 | 2371 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 4,812 |
GreenMen's | 110 | 63.8 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 274 | 134 | 196 | 392 | 114 | 409 | 2371 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 4,812 |
SilverWomen's | 116 | 66.3 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 210 | 134 | 196 | 337 | 114 | 334 | 2177 | 376 | 93 | 165 | 290 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 278 | 2253 | 4,430 |
SilverMen's | 107 | 62.6 | 295 | 121 | 436 | 210 | 134 | 196 | 337 | 114 | 334 | 2177 | 376 | 93 | 165 | 290 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 278 | 2253 | 4,430 |
OrangeWomen's | 110 | 63.1 | 230 | 75 | 365 | 210 | 85 | 140 | 300 | 70 | 350 | 1825 | 350 | 90 | 150 | 290 | 320 | 215 | 245 | 110 | 250 | 2020 | 3,845 |
OrangeMen's | 103 | 60.9 | 230 | 75 | 365 | 210 | 85 | 140 | 300 | 70 | 350 | 1825 | 350 | 90 | 150 | 290 | 320 | 215 | 245 | 110 | 250 | 2020 | 3,845 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 1 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Golf Club at the Highlands offers 13 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 | 6,565 | 133 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,176 | 130 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Black | 5,851 | 124 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
White | 5,564 | 134 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
White | 5,564 | 118 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Mint | 5,323 | 115 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Mint | 5,072 | 126 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,812 | 121 | 68.9 | 25+ |
Green | 4,812 | 110 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,430 | 116 | 66.3 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,430 | 107 | 62.6 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,845 | 110 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,845 | 103 | 60.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Golf Club at the Highlands
The Golf Club at the Highlands features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for The Golf Club at the Highlands. 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 The Golf Club at the Highlands a public or private golf course?
The Golf Club at the Highlands is a public golf course located in Richmond, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Golf Club at the Highlands have?
The Golf Club at the Highlands is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Golf Club at the Highlands?
From the White tees, The Golf Club at the Highlands plays to 5,564 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,845 to 6,565 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Golf Club at the Highlands?
The Gold tees at The Golf Club at the Highlands have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Golf Club at the Highlands?
Yes, walking is allowed at The Golf Club at the Highlands. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Golf Club at the Highlands?
Visit the official course website at https://www.highlands-golf.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Golf Club at the Highlands offer?
The Golf Club at the Highlands offers a pro shop.
Where is The Golf Club at the Highlands located?
The Golf Club at the Highlands is located in Richmond, VA.
What is the difficulty level at The Golf Club at the Highlands?
The Golf Club at the Highlands is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 36% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 136. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Golf Club at the Highlands?
The Golf Club at the Highlands offers 13 tee sets. Gold tees (6,565 yards, slope 133) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Orange tees (3,845 yards, slope 103) 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 The Golf Club at the Highlands?
Beginners at The Golf Club at the Highlands should play the Orange tees, which play 3,845 yards with a slope of 103. 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 The Golf Club at the Highlands?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Mint tees (slope 126, rating 70.0) at The Golf Club at the Highlands has a course handicap of 15, 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 The Golf Club at the Highlands?
A typical round at The Golf Club at the Highlands 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.