Royal American Links is an 18-hole golf course in Galena, OH with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,859 yards, slope 133, rating 73.2), blue (6,407 yards, slope 132, rating 70.7), gold (5,956 yards, slope 127, rating 68.6), white (5,172 yards, slope 119, rating 65.1). The hardest hole is #9, a par 4 playing 410 yards from the first tee.

Royal American Links

Galena, OH

blackS:133R:73.2
blueS:132R:70.7
goldS:127R:68.6
whiteS:119R:65.1

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 5
1Par 5
HCP 15
532518488429

A welcoming opening par 5 that sets a moderate tone for the round. The fairway is relatively open, allowing for aggressive play, though hazards tighten around the green to catch wayward approach shots.

Hole 2 satellite
1001502002502PAR 4
2Par 4
HCP 3
426393345320

A demanding par 4 ranked among the course's most difficult, requiring accuracy off the tee and into the green. Water or out-of-bounds lies left, making the right side of the fairway the safer route despite shorter approach distance.

Hole 3 satellite
1001502002503PAR 3
3Par 3
HCP 11
190161150120

A short par 3 playing to a well-bunkered green surrounded by sand on multiple sides. The modest yardage belies the precision required to avoid the greenside bunkers and find the center of the putting surface.

Hole 4 satellite
1004PAR 4
4Par 4
HCP 7
423418374293

A mid-length par 4 with a fairway that rewards accuracy off the tee. Bunkers or rough terrain guard the approach to the green, making the second shot the pivotal moment of the hole.

Hole 5 satellite
1001502002505PAR 5
5Par 5
HCP 5
598581484464

A substantial par 5 that presents a genuine three-shot challenge for most players, with the fairway narrowing as it extends. Strategic hazards—likely water or out-of-bounds—along one flank force thoughtful positioning on the first two shots.

Hole 6 satellite
1001502002506PAR 4
6Par 4
HCP 9
364333316266

A deceptively short par 4 that plays much tougher than yardage suggests, with tight bunkering or hazards around the green. The compact nature of the hole demands placement and control rather than distance.

Hole 7 satellite
1001502002507PAR 3
7Par 3
HCP 13
192168155135

A mid-length par 3 with an island green or heavily bunkered putting surface that requires a confident, accurate tee shot. The hole's challenge lies entirely in the approach, with bunkers or water threatening missed lines.

Hole 8 satellite
1001502008PAR 4
8Par 4
HCP 17
328304300261

A short par 4 that offers a genuine birdie opportunity for those who can navigate its hazards. Despite modest length, fairway bunkers or tight rough near the green demand precision over power.

Hole 9 satellite
1001502002509PAR 4
9Par 4
HCP 1
449410390365

The course's most difficult par 4, requiring power and accuracy in equal measure over a challenging distance. Hazards—whether water, out-of-bounds, or bunkers—penalize poor positioning on both tee and approach shots.

Hole 10 satellite
10015020025010PAR 5
10Par 5
HCP 16
526491485411

A par 5 returning from the turn with moderate length and relatively open fairways early. Strategic bunkers or hazards tighten around the green, rewarding controlled aggression over the full distance.

Hole 11 satellite
10015020025011PAR 4
11Par 4
HCP 2
352324324238

A brutal short par 4 ranked second in difficulty, where the green is heavily fortified with bunkers and rough terrain. The compact yardage offers no margin for error in placement or approach.

Hole 12 satellite
10015012PAR 4
12Par 4
HCP 8
336323281212

A tight par 4 where accuracy trumps distance, with bunkers framing the fairway and guarding the approach. The hole's shortness is offset by the precision demanded throughout.

Hole 13 satellite
10015020025013PAR 3
13Par 3
HCP 12
183163158142

A mid-range par 3 with a strategically bunkered or hazarded green that punishes imprecision. The moderate yardage is deceptive, as proper distance control and line selection are essential to avoid trouble.

Hole 14 satellite
10015020025014PAR 4
14Par 4
HCP 18
340320320271

The course's easiest hole, a short par 4 that presents a genuine scoring opportunity for most players. Open fairways and a more receptive green make this a welcome respite in the round.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 4
15Par 4
HCP 4
414388355335

A strong par 4 ranked fourth in difficulty, with hazards—likely water or out-of-bounds—influencing both tee and approach strategy. The fairway may dogleg or narrow at key distances, demanding controlled positioning.

Hole 16 satellite
10015016PAR 4
16Par 4
HCP 6
447422365349

A challenging par 4 that ranks sixth in course difficulty, with a fairway affected by hazards on one or both sides. The approach shot requires precision into a well-defended green that allows little forgiveness.

Hole 17 satellite
10015020025017PAR 3
17Par 3
HCP 10
207189171145

A substantial par 3 at the back of the card, with significant length and a heavily bunkered or water-surrounded green. The hole demands both power and accuracy to reach and hold the putting surface.

Hole 18 satellite
10015020025018PAR 5
18Par 5
HCP 14
552501495416

A finishing par 5 that allows for an aggressive final charge, with a fairway that opens reasonably for the first two shots. Strategic hazards near the green reward disciplined approach play and penalize overambitious finishes.

Scorecard

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par543454344365443444353672
HCP153117591317116281218461014
black532426190423598364192328449350252635233618334041444720755233576859
blue518393161418581333168304410328649132432316332038842218950131216407
gold488345150374484316155300390300248532428115832035536517149529545956
white429320120293464266135261365265341123821214227133534914541625195172

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