Old Hickory Golf Club
Course at a glance
Old Hickory Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin (53916). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and opened in 1920. From the BLUE tees, Old Hickory Golf Club plays to 6,601 yards at par 72. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,093 to 6,601 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 72.0, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 47% of rated golf courses in Wisconsin. 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 poa annua grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Old Hickory Golf Club.
About Old Hickory Golf Club
Old Hickory Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin (53916). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and established in 1920. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,601 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 129, Old Hickory Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Wisconsin. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,093 to 6,601 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 Wisconsin 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
72
Length
6,601
Slope
128
Rating
72.0
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
129
This Course
129
WI Average
113
US Average
Based on 197 rated courses in Wisconsin
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 | 128 | 72.0 | 526 | 202 | 583 | 347 | 202 | 393 | 419 | 385 | 359 | 3416 | 487 | 150 | 419 | 363 | 366 | 511 | 157 | 401 | 331 | 3185 | 6,601 |
WHITE | 124 | 69.8 | 507 | 184 | 499 | 339 | 186 | 352 | 399 | 369 | 348 | 3183 | 467 | 145 | 375 | 306 | 350 | 484 | 145 | 386 | 322 | 2980 | 6,163 |
GOLDWomen's | 129 | 71.5 | 488 | 164 | 392 | 332 | 163 | 285 | 307 | 312 | 339 | 2782 | 450 | 136 | 298 | 291 | 286 | 442 | 133 | 266 | 260 | 2562 | 5,344 |
GOLDMen's | 112 | 65.7 | 488 | 164 | 392 | 332 | 163 | 285 | 307 | 312 | 339 | 2782 | 450 | 136 | 298 | 291 | 286 | 442 | 133 | 266 | 260 | 2562 | 5,344 |
RED | 126 | 70.1 | 399 | 164 | 387 | 324 | 153 | 279 | 302 | 306 | 333 | 2647 | 380 | 132 | 293 | 285 | 286 | 435 | 121 | 261 | 253 | 2446 | 5,093 |
RED | 110 | 64.6 | 399 | 164 | 387 | 324 | 153 | 279 | 302 | 306 | 333 | 2647 | 380 | 132 | 293 | 285 | 286 | 435 | 121 | 261 | 253 | 2446 | 5,093 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Old Hickory 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 | 6,601 | 128 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,163 | 124 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,344 | 129 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,344 | 112 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,093 | 126 | 70.1 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,093 | 110 | 64.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Old Hickory Golf Club
Old Hickory 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 Old Hickory 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 Old Hickory Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Old Hickory Golf Club is a public golf course located in Beaver Dam, WI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Old Hickory Golf Club have?expand_more
Old Hickory Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1920. The course was designed by Tom Bendelow.
What is the yardage at Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Old Hickory Golf Club plays to 6,163 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,093 to 6,601 yards.
What is the slope rating at Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Old Hickory Golf Club have a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Old Hickory Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.thenewoldhickory.com/ or call 920-887-7577 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Old Hickory Golf Club offer?expand_more
Old Hickory Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Old Hickory Golf Club located?expand_more
Old Hickory Golf Club is located at 7596 Hwy 33 E in Beaver Dam, WI 53916. You can reach them at 920-887-7577.
What is the difficulty level at Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
Old Hickory Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 129. It plays harder than 47% of golf courses in Wisconsin. The average slope rating in Wisconsin is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
Old Hickory Golf Club offers 6 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,601 yards, slope 128) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED tees (5,093 yards, slope 110) 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 Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Old Hickory Golf Club should play the RED tees, which play 5,093 yards with a slope of 110. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 112, rating 65.7) at Old Hickory Golf Club would have a course handicap of 9 and an expected score of approximately 81. This uses the 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 Old Hickory Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Old Hickory 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.