Benona Shores Golf Course – Hole-by-Hole Guide, Tips, Yardages & Strategy
Generate your personalised course strategy guide for all 18 holes at Benona Shores Golf Course, Shelby, Michigan which sits at 700 ft above sea level.
Hole 1
Par 4 • SI 4 • 386yd • Elevation: 700ft
Hole 2
About Benona Shores Golf Course
Benona Shores Golf Course presents a golf experience that demands thoughtful course management and strategic shot selection. The course is set at 700 ft, so bear that in mind with club selection and yardage calculations throughout your round.
Benona Shores Golf Course offers multiple tee sets, each featuring distinct course and slope ratings for men and women. This dual-rating system allows golfers to choose a setup that accurately reflects the challenge level for their playing category.
The below tee-by-tee breakdown gives golfers valuable yardage insights and helps them choose the setup that best matches their game, ensuring a challenge that rewards smart course management, strategic tee decisions, and well-planned landing areas.
The prevailing wind, which typically comes from the West, adds an important layer of strategy to every round. This consistent wind direction influences club selection, ideal landing areas, and overall ball flight, making it essential for golfers to factor wind into their course management and approach planning. A detailed yardage guide or strategy guide can offer helpful tips for adjusting to these wind conditions.
Benona Shores Golf Course features 14 bunkers and 2 water hazards, each positioned to influence both tee strategy and approach play in subtle but meaningful ways. These hazards shape ideal landing areas and reward golfers who plan their shots carefully. Maintaining accurate yardage for each club and understanding how these features affect decision-making is essential for navigating the course efficiently and minimizing mistakes.
Whether you're planning your first round or looking to improve your strategy, a detailed course management approach with proper yardage calculations and club selection tips will help you navigate Benona Shores Golf Course more effectively. The elevation changes, combined with the strategic hazard placement, make this a course where course management and smart decision-making often trump raw distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is Benona Shores Golf Course for a 15 handicap?
Benona Shores Golf Course offers multiple tee sets with varying difficulty levels:
- Blue tees (Men): Course rating 61, Slope rating 93
- Blue tees (Women): Course rating 64.1, Slope rating 103
- White tees (Men): Course rating 59.9, Slope rating 92
- White tees (Women): Course rating 61.9, Slope rating 99
- Red tees (Men): Course rating 58.3, Slope rating 90
- Red tees (Women): Course rating 59.1, Slope rating 93
A 15 handicap golfer should expect a accessible test of their skills, with strategic course management being key to scoring well.
What tees should I play at Benona Shores Golf Course?
Benona Shores Golf Course offers multiple tee sets to accommodate different skill levels:
- Blue tees: 4380 yards
- White tees: 4045 yards
- Red tees: 3496 yards
Choose tees that match your average driving distance and skill level for the most enjoyable round.
What are the hardest holes on Benona Shores Golf Course?
The hardest hole at Benona Shores Golf Course (stroke index 1) varies by tee set and gender:
- Blue tees (Men): Hole 17 (Par 4, 393 yards, stroke index 1)
- Blue tees (Women): Hole 17 (Par 4, 393 yards, stroke index 1)
- White tees (Men): Hole 17 (Par 4, 380 yards, stroke index 1)
- White tees (Women): Hole 17 (Par 4, 380 yards, stroke index 1)
- Red tees (Men): Hole 17 (Par 4, 325 yards, stroke index 1)
- Red tees (Women): Hole 17 (Par 4, 325 yards, stroke index 1)
These holes typically feature strategic hazards, elevation changes, and require precise shot placement. A personalized course strategy guide can help identify the most challenging holes based on your specific game.
What hazards should I watch out for at Benona Shores Golf Course?
Benona Shores Golf Course features 14 bunkers and 2 water hazards strategically placed throughout the course. While there are a moderate number of bunkers, focusing on your bunker play during practice sessions will help you navigate these hazards confidently. While water hazards are present, they're limited in number, so you won't need to worry as much about water coming into play on most holes. Understanding the location and impact of these hazards is crucial for scoring well, which is why a personalized course strategy guide can be so valuable for navigating the course effectively.
How does wind affect play at Benona Shores Golf Course?
The prevailing wind at Benona Shores Golf Course typically comes from the West, which plays a significant role in club selection and shot strategy throughout your round. When playing into the wind, focus on keeping the ball low and maintaining control, as higher shots will be more affected by the wind conditions. When the wind is at your back, you can take advantage of the extra distance, but be careful not to overshoot your target. Being able to work the ball—shaping shots left or right to counteract the wind—is a valuable skill that will help you navigate the course more effectively. Adjusting your yardage calculations and club selection based on wind conditions, along with understanding how to keep the ball under the wind when necessary, can help you avoid costly mistakes and score better.
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