Carson Valley Golf CLub
Tee sets
| Tee | Yards | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,020 | 68 | 117 |
| White | 5,499 | 65.9 | 112 |
| Red | 4,677 | 63.1 | 104 |
| Yellow | 3,511 | 59 | 95 |
Hole-by-hole
| Hole | Par | Yards | Handicap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 117 | 17 |
| 2 | 4 | 327 | 1 |
| 3 | 4 | 268 | 15 |
| 4 | 4 | 354 | 7 |
| 5 | 3 | 209 | 5 |
| 6 | 5 | 499 | 3 |
| 7 | 4 | 342 | 11 |
| 8 | 4 | 345 | 13 |
| 9 | 5 | 549 | 9 |
| 10 | 4 | 446 | 2 |
| 11 | 5 | 473 | 12 |
| 12 | 4 | 365 | 10 |
| 13 | 3 | 192 | 8 |
| 14 | 4 | 325 | 6 |
| 15 | 5 | 492 | 14 |
| 16 | 4 | 387 | 4 |
| 17 | 3 | 189 | 16 |
| 18 | 3 | 141 | 18 |
| Total | 72 | 6,020 |
What tees should I play at Carson Valley Golf CLub?
Carson Valley Golf CLub offers 4 sets of tees ranging from 3,511 to 6,020 yards. Most mid-handicap players will get the best experience from the Red tees at 4,677 yards (rating 63.1, slope 104). Players who carry the driver 250 yards or more can move back to the Blue tees at 6,020 yards (rating 68, slope 117), while newer players, seniors, and anyone prioritizing pace of play should choose the Yellow tees at 3,511 yards (rating 59, slope 95).
How do you play the signature holes at Carson Valley Golf CLub?
Hole 1 at Carson Valley Golf CLub is a 117-yard par 3 that plays as the 17th-handicap hole. At 117 yards, this is a short iron or wedge for most players; the priority is controlling distance and taking a committed swing at the center of the green. Local note: Take your 52° to center, smooth swing — collect your par on the easiest hole.
Hole 2 at Carson Valley Golf CLub is a 327-yard par 4 that plays as the 1st-handicap hole. As the hardest-rated hole on the scorecard, treat par as a good score here — a bogey on hole 2 costs you less than a double made chasing a hero shot. At 327 yards, a fairway-finder off the tee leaves a short-to-mid iron approach; favor the fat side of the green and keep the ball below the hole. Local note: Aim 3W down the right center — your draw walks it back, setting up a short iron.
Hole 9 at Carson Valley Golf CLub is a 549-yard par 5 that plays as the 9th-handicap hole. At 549 yards, longer hitters can consider reaching in two, but the percentage play is a comfortable layup that leaves a full wedge into the green. This is the longest hole on the course, so discipline off the tee matters most here. Local note: 3W right edge, lay up to wedge distance — patience sets up your birdie look.
Hole 10 at Carson Valley Golf CLub is a 446-yard par 4 that plays as the 2nd-handicap hole. At 446 yards, this long par 4 demands a solid tee shot in the fairway; if the approach is more than a mid-iron, playing for the front edge and a chip is smart. Local note: 3W right edge off the tee; aim your 6i well right — big draw brings it back.
Who is Carson Valley Golf CLub a good course for?
Carson Valley Golf CLub is a par-72, 18-hole layout measuring 6,020 yards from the longest listed tees, with 5 par 3s and 4 par 5s. Averaging about 334 yards per hole, it is a balanced test that suits most handicap levels — course management and approach-shot distance control matter more than pure length. With 4 par 5s, there are real scoring chances for players who lay up to a full wedge distance instead of chasing greens in two.