Shooting Star
Logo: A black ink drawing of a cowboy boot spur pointing up to the right, its U-shaped heel band open to the lower left and its multi-pointed star rowel bursting off the shank like a shooting star.
Course at a glance
Shooting Star is an 18-hole golf course in Alta, Wyoming. From the Championship tees, Shooting Star plays to 7,648 yards at par 72. The course offers 13 sets of tees ranging from 4,979 to 7,648 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 77.3, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 97% of rated golf courses in Wyoming. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Shooting Star.
About Shooting Star
Shooting Star is a 18-hole golf course located in Alta, Wyoming.. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 7,648 yards with a par of 72. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 77.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 152, Shooting Star is one of the more challenging courses in Wyoming, playing harder than 97% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,979 to 7,648 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 Wyoming 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
7,648
Slope
148
Rating
77.3
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
152
This Course
129
WY Average
113
US Average
Based on 45 rated courses in Wyoming
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 148 | 77.3 | 392 | 199 | 594 | 371 | 532 | 256 | 337 | 450 | 545 | 3676 | 186 | 548 | 481 | 335 | 523 | 644 | 470 | 266 | 519 | 3972 | 7,648 |
Blue | 144 | 74.7 | 392 | 177 | 553 | 371 | 514 | 209 | 337 | 418 | 545 | 3516 | 186 | 548 | 424 | 314 | 496 | 594 | 372 | 218 | 494 | 3646 | 7,162 |
Blue/Silver | 140 | 73.2 | 392 | 162 | 521 | 371 | 461 | 209 | 337 | 418 | 545 | 3416 | 186 | 548 | 424 | 314 | 449 | 594 | 372 | 189 | 442 | 3518 | 6,934 |
SilverMen's | 125 | 72.1 | 365 | 162 | 521 | 339 | 461 | 180 | 300 | 383 | 571 | 3282 | 165 | 508 | 389 | 284 | 449 | 579 | 353 | 189 | 442 | 3358 | 6,640 |
SilverWomen's | 152 | 78.1 | 365 | 162 | 521 | 339 | 461 | 180 | 300 | 383 | 571 | 3282 | 165 | 508 | 389 | 284 | 449 | 529 | 353 | 189 | 442 | 3308 | 6,590 |
Silver/GoldWomen's | 141 | 75.3 | 317 | 162 | 452 | 339 | 418 | 180 | 300 | 383 | 436 | 2987 | 165 | 467 | 389 | 284 | 384 | 502 | 353 | 189 | 380 | 3113 | 6,100 |
Silver/GoldMen's | 122 | 69.5 | 317 | 162 | 452 | 339 | 418 | 180 | 300 | 383 | 436 | 2987 | 165 | 467 | 389 | 284 | 384 | 502 | 353 | 189 | 380 | 3113 | 6,100 |
GoldWomen's | 136 | 73.1 | 317 | 134 | 452 | 298 | 418 | 121 | 266 | 337 | 436 | 2779 | 122 | 467 | 349 | 251 | 384 | 502 | 335 | 150 | 380 | 2940 | 5,719 |
GoldMen's | 117 | 67.7 | 317 | 134 | 452 | 298 | 418 | 121 | 266 | 337 | 436 | 2779 | 122 | 467 | 349 | 251 | 384 | 502 | 335 | 150 | 380 | 2940 | 5,719 |
Gold/SageWomen's | 132 | 71.2 | 270 | 134 | 418 | 298 | 384 | 121 | 266 | 272 | 436 | 2599 | 122 | 445 | 316 | 251 | 352 | 414 | 320 | 150 | 339 | 2709 | 5,308 |
Gold/SageMen's | 106 | 65.1 | 270 | 134 | 418 | 298 | 384 | 121 | 266 | 272 | 436 | 2599 | 122 | 445 | 316 | 251 | 352 | 414 | 320 | 150 | 339 | 2709 | 5,308 |
SageWomen's | 126 | 69.1 | 270 | 102 | 418 | 247 | 384 | 103 | 220 | 272 | 335 | 2351 | 106 | 445 | 316 | 213 | 352 | 414 | 320 | 123 | 339 | 2628 | 4,979 |
SageMen's | 108 | 64.4 | 270 | 102 | 418 | 247 | 384 | 103 | 220 | 272 | 335 | 2351 | 106 | 445 | 316 | 213 | 352 | 414 | 320 | 123 | 339 | 2628 | 4,979 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Shooting Star 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 7,648 | 148 | 77.3 | 0-5 |
Blue | 7,162 | 144 | 74.7 | 0-5 |
Blue/Silver | 6,934 | 140 | 73.2 | 0-5 |
Silver | 6,640 | 125 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Silver | 6,590 | 152 | 78.1 | 5-15 |
Silver/Gold | 6,100 | 141 | 75.3 | 12-22 |
Silver/Gold | 6,100 | 122 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,719 | 136 | 73.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,719 | 117 | 67.7 | 12-22 |
Gold/Sage | 5,308 | 132 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Gold/Sage | 5,308 | 106 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
Sage | 4,979 | 126 | 69.1 | 25+ |
Sage | 4,979 | 108 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Shooting Star
Shooting Star features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Shooting Star. 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 Shooting Star a public or private golf course?expand_more
Shooting Star is a public golf course located in Alta, WY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Shooting Star have?expand_more
Shooting Star is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Shooting Star?expand_more
From the Championship tees, Shooting Star plays to 7,648 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,979 to 7,648 yards.
What is the slope rating at Shooting Star?expand_more
The Championship tees at Shooting Star have a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 77.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Shooting Star?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Shooting Star. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Shooting Star?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.shootingstarjh.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Shooting Star offer?expand_more
Shooting Star offers a pro shop.
Where is Shooting Star located?expand_more
Shooting Star is located in Alta, WY.
What is the difficulty level at Shooting Star?expand_more
Shooting Star is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 152. It plays harder than 97% of golf courses in Wyoming. The average slope rating in Wyoming is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Shooting Star?expand_more
Shooting Star offers 13 tee sets. Championship tees (7,648 yards, slope 148) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Sage tees (4,979 yards, slope 108) 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 Shooting Star?expand_more
Beginners at Shooting Star should play the Sage tees, which play 4,979 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Shooting Star?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Silver/Gold tees (slope 122, rating 69.5) at Shooting Star would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Shooting Star?expand_more
A typical round at Shooting Star 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.