Forest Lake Club is an 18-hole golf course in Columbia, SC with a par of 72. It offers 8 tee sets: gold (6,471 yards, slope 135, rating 72.2), blue (6,153 yards, slope 131, rating 70.8), white (5,973 yards, slope 129, rating 69.9), white / green (5,532 yards, slope 125, rating 67.7), green (5,333 yards, slope 124, rating 66.7), green / red (5,123 yards, slope 123, rating 65.7), red (4,701 yards, slope 118, rating 64), forward (3,964 yards, slope 112, rating 61.3). The hardest hole is #5, a par 4 playing 294 yards from the first tee.
Forest Lake Club
Columbia, SC
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A long par 5 that plays as a reachable three-shot hole for most players. The fairway is relatively open off the tee, with the main challenge coming from positioning for the approach into a well-bunkered green.

A demanding par 4 that ranks among the course's most difficult holes. The hole requires accuracy over distance, with the approach shot being the critical test into a strategically defended green.

A substantial par 5 offering risk-reward opportunities for aggressive players. The hole stretches significantly from the back tees and demands precise intermediate shots to set up a manageable approach.

A mid-length par 4 with a straightforward design that emphasizes solid ball-striking. The hole is relatively free of extreme hazards but rewards accurate positioning throughout the hole.

The course's most difficult hole, this par 4 presents a stern test from start to finish. The hole demands both distance and precision, with little margin for error on either shot.

A short par 3 that plays over a modest distance to a well-defended green. The hole's brevity belies its challenge, as the tight target area leaves no room for imprecision.

A strong par 4 that ranks among the course's toughest tests. The hole requires a powerful and accurate opening shot, with the green presentation adding complexity to the approach.

A brief par 3 that serves as a strategic breather on the back nine. Despite its short yardage, the hole presents a distinct challenge with a compact green that demands accuracy.

A straightforward par 4 of modest length that plays shorter than its yardage suggests. The hole offers a more manageable scoring opportunity with a relatively open approach.

A long par 5 that ranks as the easiest hole on the course, offering legitimate birdie opportunities for solid players. The fairway provides ample room to work with, allowing a three-shot approach to the green.

A mid-length par 3 that tests accuracy over a moderate distance. The green complex requires a precise approach, with little margin for wayward shots.

A challenging par 4 that plays significantly longer from the back tees. The hole's difficulty stems from both distance and the demands of reaching a well-positioned green.

A lengthy par 5 that provides scoring chances for players who navigate accurately through the hole. The extended yardage from the back tees emphasizes the importance of solid intermediate positioning.

The second-most difficult hole on the course, this par 4 demands both length and accuracy on every shot. The hole's severity comes from unforgiving positioning and a demanding approach into the green.

A brief par 3 that provides a relatively accessible scoring opportunity despite its technical challenge. The hole plays short but demands precision into a strategically positioned green.

A formidable par 4 that ranks among the course's most challenging tests. The hole requires sustained accuracy and distance, with the approach shot determining the final result.

A dramatic par 5 offering genuine risk-reward opportunities for accomplished players. The extended length from the back tees creates distinct strategic options depending on player ability and positioning.

A short par 3 that provides a memorable finishing hole despite its modest yardage. The green's presentation and strategic bunker placement add complexity to what appears a simple closing shot.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 17 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 12 | |||
| gold | 458 | 362 | 515 | 402 | 373 | 218 | 400 | 160 | 316 | 3204 | 450 | 196 | 418 | 480 | 422 | 165 | 409 | 562 | 165 | 3267 | 6471 |
| blue | 458 | 349 | 498 | 357 | 362 | 190 | 375 | 147 | 316 | 3052 | 450 | 184 | 377 | 480 | 401 | 165 | 377 | 525 | 142 | 3101 | 6153 |
| white | 458 | 330 | 482 | 344 | 362 | 190 | 375 | 135 | 316 | 2992 | 450 | 166 | 349 | 461 | 384 | 147 | 377 | 513 | 134 | 2981 | 5973 |
| white / green | 458 | 302 | 429 | 344 | 346 | 190 | 327 | 135 | 316 | 2847 | 450 | 160 | 255 | 461 | 345 | 147 | 322 | 411 | 134 | 2685 | 5532 |
| green | 408 | 302 | 429 | 326 | 346 | 182 | 327 | 126 | 292 | 2738 | 411 | 160 | 255 | 431 | 345 | 131 | 322 | 411 | 129 | 2595 | 5333 |
| green / red | 408 | 302 | 429 | 287 | 294 | 182 | 327 | 108 | 292 | 2629 | 399 | 146 | 255 | 431 | 345 | 119 | 322 | 385 | 92 | 2494 | 5123 |
| red | 408 | 250 | 382 | 287 | 294 | 131 | 279 | 108 | 292 | 2431 | 399 | 146 | 217 | 379 | 260 | 119 | 273 | 385 | 92 | 2270 | 4701 |
| forward | 320 | 239 | 345 | 230 | 231 | 110 | 240 | 88 | 190 | 1993 | 337 | 66 | 190 | 367 | 242 | 112 | 225 | 344 | 88 | 1971 | 3964 |