Classic Carolina Golf
18 holes with amazing views, Excellent Conditions, & a friendly pace of play.
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The Golf Course at Sapona Golf Swim & Tennis
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Architect
Ellis Maples | Ed Say
Fast Facts
- Location: Lexington, North Carolina (Davidson County, Piedmont Triad)
- Course: 18 holes • Par 71 • Ellis Maples & Ed Say, 1968
- Style: Player-friendly from the forward tees; strategic from the back
- Amenities: Golf Shop • TrackMan® Indoor Simulator • Practice Areas • Sapona Grill • Pool • Lessons • Events/Outings
- Culture: Welcoming, community-driven, pace-of-play minded
Course Overview
Sapona’s routing moves through gently rolling Carolina terrain, framed by stately trees and classic bunkering. The design favors placement off the tee and gives short-game artists plenty of ways to score. Conditions are consistent year-round, with true-rolling greens and thoughtful mowing lines that highlight each hole’s intent.
What golfers love
- Walkable, fair design with multiple tee options
- Fun risk-reward moments and scorable par 5s
- Greens with subtle breaks—rewarding pace control and strategy
Tees & Playability
Offer a great round to every golfer. Choose the tee that fits your current game and enjoy Sapona the way it was meant to be played.
- Back tees: For low-handicap players seeking full design intent
- Middle tees: Balanced challenge and scorable par-4s
- Forward/Family tees: Friendly yardages and great for new golfers & juniors
Not sure where to start? Check out the USGA’s article on choosing the right tees for you! Read here →
Signature Holes
Hole 13, Par 3, 203 Yards
A picturesque straightaway hole invites an aggressive line, but safer play is to aim down the left. Favor the front of the green while misses left are friendlier.
Hole 18, Par 5, 552 Yards
Hole 18 par 5 is the 5th hardest hole on the course. Take one more club if the pin is back. Avoid the short-sided bunker; up-and-down percentages drop quickly.
Practice & Technology
- TrackMan® Indoor Simulator: Year-round yardage gapping, on-course sims, and data-driven practice.
- Practice Greens & Short Game: Work on the shots that save strokes—wedges, chips, and putts.
Golf Shop
The Sapona Golf Shop stocks the essentials—clubs, balls, gloves, and apparel—plus member-favorite brands and quick services to keep you playing your best. Whether you need a last-minute sleeve, a full bag fit, or a gift for a golfer, our team has you covered.
Highlights
- Clubs, balls, gloves, hats, and rain gear
- Men’s & women’s apparel and outerwear
- Shoes, socks, belts, and accessories
- Gift cards available (perfect for tournaments & holidays)
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 536 | 391 | 188 | 399 | 375 | 420 | 148 | 381 | 366 | 3204 | 391 | 430 | 354 | 203 | 376 | 512 | 169 | 429 | 552 | 3416 | 6620 |
| Green | 523 | 358 | 163 | 345 | 362 | 358 | 137 | 370 | 347 | 2963 | 383 | 392 | 340 | 168 | 335 | 500 | 151 | 408 | 507 | 2184 | 6147 |
| White | 494 | 287 | 155 | 355 | 348 | 338 | 128 | 346 | 312 | 2743 | 367 | 380 | 328 | 152 | 321 | 457 | 139 | 369 | 494 | 3007 | 5750 |
| Gold | 448 | 274 | 126 | 285 | 305 | 319 | 105 | 305 | 299 | 2466 | 330 | 330 | 304 | 120 | 300 | 447 | 120 | 315 | 468 | 2734 | 5200 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 14 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 5 | |||
| Red | 409 | 234 | 116 | 278 | 258 | 297 | 97 | 298 | 281 | 2268 | 321 | 323 | 288 | 113 | 234 | 419 | 114 | 304 | 381 | 2497 | 4765 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 5 |
FAQ
Public tee times?
Yes — book online daily.
Par & yardage?
18 Hole, Par 71, 6,620 yards from the back tees
Practice Range?
Yes — range, putting, short-game.
Lessons?
Yes — private, clinics & juniors.
Water hazards?
Present on select holes; strategy over length.
