Birnam Wood Golf Club Santa Barbara, California
Birnam Wood Golf Club is a par-70 public course in Santa Barbara, California, playing 5,931 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 69.9 and slope of 128.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 5,931 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.9 / 128 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Santa Barbara, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.4340, -119.6092 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 5,931 | 70 | 69.9 | 128 |
| White | 5,732 | 71 | 74.5 | 133 |
| Red | 5,309 | 71 | 72.1 | 129 |
| Jones | 4,482 | 71 | 67.5 | 119 |
| White | 5,732 | 71 | 74.5 | 133 |
| Red | 5,309 | 71 | 72.1 | 129 |
| Combo | 4,917 | 71 | 70 | 124 |
| Jones | 4,482 | 71 | 67.5 | 119 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 69.9/128 | 409 | 155 | 393 | 341 | 146 | 369 | 336 | 352 | 458 | 2959 | 377 | 406 | 133 | 348 | 473 | 179 | 401 | 167 | 488 | 2972 | 5931 |
| White 74.5/133 | 394 | 144 | 373 | 330 | 139 | 356 | 325 | 345 | 452 | 2858 | 368 | 394 | 122 | 338 | 465 | 171 | 383 | 157 | 476 | 2874 | 5732 |
| Red 72.1/129 | 394 | 119 | 355 | 309 | 124 | 309 | 307 | 294 | 437 | 2648 | 342 | 370 | 110 | 317 | 428 | 161 | 356 | 127 | 450 | 2661 | 5309 |
| Jones 67.5/119 | 319 | 119 | 311 | 252 | 76 | 262 | 260 | 248 | 369 | 2216 | 280 | 298 | 110 | 247 | 377 | 119 | 308 | 127 | 400 | 2266 | 4482 |
| White 74.5/133 | 394 | 144 | 373 | 330 | 139 | 356 | 325 | 345 | 452 | 2858 | 368 | 394 | 122 | 338 | 465 | 171 | 383 | 157 | 476 | 2874 | 5732 |
| Red 72.1/129 | 394 | 119 | 355 | 309 | 124 | 309 | 307 | 294 | 437 | 2648 | 342 | 370 | 110 | 317 | 428 | 161 | 356 | 127 | 450 | 2661 | 5309 |
| Combo 70/124 | 319 | 119 | 355 | 309 | 124 | 262 | 307 | 248 | 437 | 2480 | 280 | 370 | 110 | 247 | 428 | 119 | 356 | 127 | 400 | 2437 | 4917 |
| Jones 67.5/119 | 319 | 119 | 311 | 252 | 76 | 262 | 260 | 248 | 369 | 2216 | 280 | 298 | 110 | 247 | 377 | 119 | 308 | 127 | 400 | 2266 | 4482 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 16 |
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: Blue (5,931 yards, 69.9/128)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 4, 409 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (5,309 yards, 72.1/129)
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+: Jones (4,482 yards, 67.5/119)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 12 (110 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 409 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 133 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 488 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 #2 handicap hole. A 401-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Birnam Wood Golf Club?
Birnam Wood Golf Club has a course rating of 69.9 and slope of 128 from the back tees. From the Jones tees, the rating is 67.5 with a slope of 119.
How long is Birnam Wood Golf Club?
From the back tees, Birnam Wood Golf Club plays 5,931 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Birnam Wood Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 409-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Birnam Wood Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (5,931 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Jones tees (4,482 yards).
Is Birnam Wood Golf Club public or private?
Birnam Wood Golf Club is a public golf course in Santa Barbara, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Birnam Wood Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Valley Club of Montecito (Santa Barbara), Montecito Country Club (Santa Barbara), Santa Barbara Golf Course (Santa Barbara), La Cumbre Country Club (Santa Barbara).
Is there a yardage book for Birnam Wood Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Birnam Wood Golf Club 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 Birnam Wood Golf Club 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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