Willow Oaks Country Club
Course at a glance
Willow Oaks Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Richmond, Virginia (23225). The course was designed by David Gordon and opened in 1957. From the Black tees, Willow Oaks Country Club plays to 7,003 yards at par 72. The course offers 18 sets of tees ranging from 4,799 to 7,003 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.3, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 66% of rated golf courses in Virginia. 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 bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Willow Oaks Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Willow Oaks Country Club
Willow Oaks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Richmond, Virginia (23225). The course was designed by David Gordon and established in 1957. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,003 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.3.
Walking is permitted.
Willow Oaks Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, putting it in the upper half of courses in Virginia for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,799 to 7,003 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
7,003
Slope
137
Rating
74.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 137 | 74.3 | 329 | 165 | 463 | 411 | 577 | 455 | 208 | 520 | 390 | 3518 | 318 | 187 | 477 | 431 | 349 | 232 | 590 | 467 | 434 | 3485 | 7,003 |
Black/Blue | 135 | 73.0 | 329 | 165 | 425 | 411 | 540 | 418 | 177 | 520 | 390 | 3375 | 318 | 187 | 477 | 400 | 349 | 219 | 566 | 430 | 402 | 3348 | 6,723 |
Blue | 133 | 72.2 | 319 | 156 | 425 | 380 | 540 | 418 | 177 | 478 | 365 | 3258 | 301 | 167 | 472 | 400 | 324 | 219 | 566 | 430 | 402 | 3281 | 6,539 |
Rainbow | 133 | 72.1 | 329 | 156 | 425 | 411 | 540 | 392 | 150 | 520 | 390 | 3313 | 318 | 187 | 477 | 400 | 349 | 180 | 535 | 400 | 375 | 3221 | 6,534 |
Blue/Green | 131 | 71.4 | 319 | 156 | 407 | 380 | 517 | 392 | 177 | 478 | 358 | 3184 | 301 | 167 | 472 | 385 | 324 | 219 | 535 | 400 | 375 | 3178 | 6,362 |
GreenWomen's | 139 | 77.2 | 309 | 148 | 407 | 367 | 517 | 392 | 168 | 463 | 358 | 3129 | 285 | 167 | 461 | 385 | 324 | 180 | 535 | 400 | 375 | 3112 | 6,241 |
GreenMen's | 130 | 70.8 | 309 | 148 | 407 | 367 | 517 | 392 | 168 | 463 | 358 | 3129 | 285 | 167 | 461 | 385 | 324 | 180 | 535 | 400 | 375 | 3112 | 6,241 |
MG1 | 128 | 70.1 | 319 | 148 | 358 | 380 | 517 | 341 | 177 | 463 | 339 | 3042 | 301 | 167 | 421 | 400 | 324 | 158 | 566 | 400 | 308 | 3045 | 6,087 |
Green/WhiteWomen's | 135 | 74.9 | 309 | 148 | 358 | 367 | 517 | 341 | 150 | 463 | 339 | 2992 | 285 | 167 | 461 | 337 | 324 | 180 | 535 | 335 | 308 | 2932 | 5,924 |
Green/WhiteMen's | 127 | 69.4 | 309 | 148 | 358 | 367 | 517 | 341 | 150 | 463 | 339 | 2992 | 285 | 167 | 461 | 337 | 324 | 180 | 535 | 335 | 308 | 2932 | 5,924 |
WhiteWomen's | 131 | 73.3 | 295 | 132 | 358 | 333 | 445 | 341 | 150 | 424 | 339 | 2817 | 260 | 146 | 421 | 337 | 315 | 158 | 480 | 335 | 308 | 2760 | 5,577 |
WhiteMen's | 124 | 67.6 | 295 | 132 | 358 | 333 | 445 | 341 | 150 | 424 | 339 | 2817 | 260 | 146 | 421 | 337 | 315 | 158 | 480 | 335 | 308 | 2760 | 5,577 |
GoldWomen's | 128 | 71.8 | 277 | 132 | 298 | 296 | 445 | 341 | 140 | 419 | 287 | 2635 | 260 | 146 | 421 | 337 | 290 | 128 | 424 | 335 | 308 | 2649 | 5,284 |
GoldMen's | 119 | 66.4 | 277 | 132 | 298 | 296 | 445 | 341 | 140 | 419 | 287 | 2635 | 260 | 146 | 421 | 337 | 290 | 128 | 424 | 335 | 308 | 2649 | 5,284 |
Gold/SilverWomen's | 125 | 70.3 | 277 | 132 | 298 | 296 | 397 | 341 | 101 | 419 | 287 | 2548 | 260 | 124 | 421 | 296 | 290 | 128 | 366 | 288 | 308 | 2481 | 5,029 |
Gold/SilverMen's | 116 | 64.6 | 277 | 132 | 298 | 296 | 397 | 341 | 101 | 419 | 287 | 2548 | 260 | 124 | 421 | 296 | 290 | 128 | 366 | 288 | 308 | 2481 | 5,029 |
SilverWomen's | 122 | 69.0 | 277 | 102 | 298 | 296 | 397 | 304 | 101 | 364 | 287 | 2426 | 230 | 124 | 371 | 296 | 290 | 128 | 366 | 288 | 280 | 2373 | 4,799 |
SilverMen's | 114 | 64.3 | 277 | 102 | 298 | 296 | 397 | 304 | 101 | 364 | 287 | 2426 | 230 | 124 | 371 | 296 | 290 | 128 | 366 | 288 | 280 | 2373 | 4,799 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Willow Oaks Country Club offers 18 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 | 7,003 | 137 | 74.3 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,723 | 135 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,539 | 133 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Rainbow | 6,534 | 133 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Blue/Green | 6,362 | 131 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,241 | 139 | 77.2 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,241 | 130 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
MG1 | 6,087 | 128 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
Green/White | 5,924 | 135 | 74.9 | 12-22 |
Green/White | 5,924 | 127 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,577 | 131 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
White | 5,577 | 124 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,284 | 128 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,284 | 119 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Gold/Silver | 5,029 | 125 | 70.3 | 20-30 |
Gold/Silver | 5,029 | 116 | 64.6 | 20-30 |
Silver | 4,799 | 122 | 69.0 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,799 | 114 | 64.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Willow Oaks Country Club
Willow Oaks 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 Willow Oaks 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 Willow Oaks Country Club a public or private golf course?
Willow Oaks Country Club is a public golf course located in Richmond, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Willow Oaks Country Club have?
Willow Oaks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1957. The course was designed by David Gordon.
What is the yardage at Willow Oaks Country Club?
From the Green/White tees, Willow Oaks Country Club plays to 5,924 yards (par 72). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,799 to 7,003 yards.
What is the slope rating at Willow Oaks Country Club?
The Black tees at Willow Oaks Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 74.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Willow Oaks Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Willow Oaks Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Willow Oaks Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.willowoakscc.org/ or call 804-272-1451 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Willow Oaks Country Club offer?
Willow Oaks Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Willow Oaks Country Club located?
Willow Oaks Country Club is located at 6228 Forest Hill Ave in Richmond, VA 23225. You can reach them at 804-272-1451.
What is the difficulty level at Willow Oaks Country Club?
Willow Oaks Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 66% 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 Willow Oaks Country Club?
Willow Oaks Country Club offers 18 tee sets. Black tees (7,003 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Silver tees (4,799 yards, slope 114) 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 Willow Oaks Country Club?
Beginners at Willow Oaks Country Club should play the Silver tees, which play 4,799 yards with a slope of 114. 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 Willow Oaks Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Green/White tees (slope 127, rating 69.4) at Willow Oaks Country Club has a course handicap of 14, 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 Willow Oaks Country Club?
A typical round at Willow Oaks 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.