Useless Bay Golf and Country Club
About Useless Bay Golf and Country Club
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Oak Harbor, Washington (98260). The course was designed by Bill Teufel and established in 1968. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,443 yards with a par of 74. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 77.0.
Walking is permitted.
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, putting it in the upper half of courses in Washington for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,785 to 6,443 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.
Golf in Washington typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
74
Length
6,443
Slope
134
Rating
77.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
130
WA Average
113
US Average
Based on 196 rated courses in Washington
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 | 134 | 77.0 | 532 | 345 | 154 | 289 | 324 | 450 | 171 | 417 | 370 | 3052 | 300 | 481 | 408 | 304 | 210 | 414 | 361 | 485 | 428 | 3391 | 6,443 |
Blue | 128 | 72.0 | 532 | 345 | 154 | 289 | 324 | 450 | 171 | 417 | 370 | 3052 | 300 | 481 | 408 | 304 | 210 | 414 | 361 | 485 | 428 | 3391 | 6,443 |
Blue/White Comb. | 132 | 76.4 | 532 | 325 | 149 | 289 | 306 | 433 | 171 | 417 | 360 | 2982 | 294 | 481 | 408 | 304 | 190 | 398 | 361 | 485 | 413 | 3334 | 6,316 |
Blue/White Comb. | 126 | 71.4 | 532 | 325 | 149 | 289 | 306 | 433 | 171 | 417 | 360 | 2982 | 294 | 481 | 408 | 304 | 190 | 398 | 361 | 485 | 413 | 3334 | 6,316 |
White | 130 | 75.7 | 505 | 325 | 149 | 269 | 306 | 433 | 147 | 404 | 360 | 2898 | 294 | 467 | 399 | 286 | 190 | 398 | 346 | 470 | 413 | 3263 | 6,161 |
White | 124 | 70.8 | 505 | 325 | 149 | 269 | 306 | 433 | 147 | 404 | 360 | 2898 | 294 | 467 | 399 | 286 | 190 | 398 | 346 | 470 | 413 | 3263 | 6,161 |
White/Gold Comb. | 125 | 73.5 | 505 | 325 | 143 | 269 | 306 | 419 | 99 | 339 | 360 | 2765 | 294 | 467 | 323 | 286 | 139 | 344 | 297 | 470 | 352 | 2972 | 5,737 |
White/Gold Comb. | 119 | 68.5 | 505 | 325 | 143 | 269 | 306 | 419 | 99 | 339 | 360 | 2765 | 294 | 467 | 323 | 286 | 139 | 344 | 297 | 470 | 352 | 2972 | 5,737 |
Gold | 117 | 67.5 | 484 | 303 | 143 | 259 | 287 | 419 | 99 | 339 | 339 | 2672 | 280 | 457 | 323 | 277 | 139 | 344 | 297 | 454 | 352 | 2923 | 5,595 |
Red | 122 | 72.5 | 479 | 300 | 137 | 252 | 284 | 415 | 93 | 314 | 314 | 2588 | 274 | 445 | 318 | 267 | 137 | 414 | 291 | 450 | 341 | 2937 | 5,525 |
Green | 114 | 68.5 | 402 | 295 | 131 | 252 | 282 | 292 | 86 | 264 | 228 | 2232 | 274 | 351 | 314 | 263 | 105 | 342 | 291 | 347 | 266 | 2553 | 4,785 |
Green | 107 | 63.9 | 402 | 295 | 131 | 252 | 282 | 292 | 86 | 264 | 228 | 2232 | 274 | 351 | 314 | 263 | 105 | 342 | 291 | 347 | 266 | 2553 | 4,785 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 38 | 74 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,443 | 134 | 77.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,443 | 128 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Comb. | 6,316 | 132 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Comb. | 6,316 | 126 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,161 | 130 | 75.7 | 12-22 |
White | 6,161 | 124 | 70.8 | 12-22 |
White/Gold Comb. | 5,737 | 125 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
White/Gold Comb. | 5,737 | 119 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,595 | 117 | 67.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,525 | 122 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,785 | 114 | 68.5 | 25+ |
Green | 4,785 | 107 | 63.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Useless Bay Golf and Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Useless Bay Golf and Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club is a public golf course located in Oak Harbor, WA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Useless Bay Golf and Country Club have?expand_more
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1968. The course was designed by Bill Teufel.
What is the yardage at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Comb. tees, Useless Bay Golf and Country Club plays to 6,316 yards (par 74). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,785 to 6,443 yards.
What is the slope rating at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 77.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Useless Bay Golf and Country Club offer?expand_more
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Useless Bay Golf and Country Club located?expand_more
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club is located at 5725 S Country Club Dr in Oak Harbor, WA 98260. You can reach them at 360-321-5958.
What is the difficulty level at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 65% of golf courses in Washington. The average slope rating in Washington is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Blue tees (6,443 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (4,785 yards, slope 107) 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 Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,785 yards with a slope of 107. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Gold Comb. tees (slope 125, rating 73.5) at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 90. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Useless Bay Golf and 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.