Baylands Golf Links Palo Alto, California
Baylands Golf Links is a par-72 municipal course in Palo Alto, California, playing 6,680 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.4 and slope of 127. Designed by Forrest Richardson (2018).
Course Overview
| Type | Municipal |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,680 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.4 / 127 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Architect | Forrest Richardson |
| Year | 2018 |
| Location | Palo Alto, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 37.4574, -122.1189 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,657 | 6,087 | 72 | 72.2 | 125 |
| Blue | 6,081 | 5,560 | 72 | 69.6 | 119 |
| Blue/White Combo | 5,747 | 5,255 | 72 | 68 | 114 |
| White | 5,458 | 4,991 | 72 | 66.8 | 110 |
| White/Green Combo | 5,219 | 4,772 | 72 | 65.6 | 108 |
| Green | 4,743 | 4,337 | 71 | 62.9 | 107 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.2/125 | 496 | 389 | 524 | 184 | 368 | 429 | 335 | 233 | 554 | 3512 | 440 | 411 | 153 | 510 | 392 | 143 | 354 | 231 | 511 | 3145 | 6657 |
| Blue 69.6/119 | 464 | 364 | 500 | 140 | 304 | 399 | 297 | 193 | 531 | 3192 | 380 | 394 | 126 | 489 | 368 | 118 | 325 | 200 | 489 | 2889 | 6081 |
| Blue/White Combo 68/114 | 464 | 321 | 500 | 140 | 279 | 350 | 297 | 159 | 531 | 3041 | 336 | 373 | 126 | 489 | 336 | 118 | 325 | 172 | 431 | 2706 | 5747 |
| White 66.8/110 | 412 | 321 | 452 | 105 | 279 | 350 | 273 | 159 | 511 | 2862 | 336 | 373 | 103 | 463 | 336 | 96 | 286 | 172 | 431 | 2596 | 5458 |
| White/Green Combo 65.6/108 | 412 | 321 | 406 | 105 | 279 | 350 | 273 | 136 | 469 | 2751 | 336 | 329 | 103 | 421 | 336 | 96 | 286 | 130 | 431 | 2468 | 5219 |
| Green 62.9/107 | 342 | 280 | 406 | 83 | 235 | 314 | 230 | 136 | 469 | 2495 | 288 | 329 | 86 | 421 | 273 | 77 | 249 | 130 | 395 | 2248 | 4743 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
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Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Black (6,657 yards, 72.2/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue/White Combo (5,747 yards, 68/114)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Green (4,743 yards, 62.9/107)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (77 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 554 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 143 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Baylands Golf Links?
Baylands Golf Links has a course rating of 72.4 and slope of 127 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 62.9 with a slope of 107.
How long is Baylands Golf Links?
From the back tees, Baylands Golf Links plays 6,680 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What tees should I play at Baylands Golf Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,657 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,743 yards).
Is Baylands Golf Links public or private?
Baylands Golf Links is a municipal golf course in Palo Alto, California. Tee times are available to the public. This is a municipally operated course.
What courses are near Baylands Golf Links?
Nearby courses include Menlo Country Club (Woodside), Emerald Hills Golf Course, Sunken Gardens Golf Course (Sunnyvale), Blackberry Farm Golf Course (Cupertino).
Is there a yardage book for Baylands Golf Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Baylands Golf Links with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Baylands Golf Links have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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