Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course California
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course is a par-70 public course in California, playing 6,117 yards from the Brown tees with a rating of 75.9 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,117 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.9 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 11 |
| Location | California, USA |
| Coordinates | 36.5172, -121.8007 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown | 6,117 | 71 | 75.9 | 137 |
| Tournament | 5,915 | 70 | 69.2 | 128 |
| Orange | 5,664 | 71 | 73.4 | 132 |
| Lavender | 5,230 | 71 | 71 | 127 |
| Lavender/White Combo | 4,753 | 70 | 68.2 | 121 |
| White | 4,433 | 70 | 66.5 | 116 |
| Brown | 6,117 | 71 | 75.9 | 137 |
| Orange | 5,664 | 71 | 73.4 | 132 |
| Lavender | 5,230 | 71 | 71 | 127 |
| Lavender/White Combo | 4,753 | 70 | 68.2 | 121 |
| White | 4,433 | 70 | 66.5 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown 75.9/137 | 341 | 293 | 340 | 397 | 151 | 532 | 118 | 375 | 375 | 2922 | 454 | 426 | 394 | 141 | 340 | 411 | 226 | 359 | 444 | 3195 | 6117 |
| Tournament 69.2/128 | 341 | 293 | 340 | 310 | 151 | 532 | 118 | 375 | 375 | 2835 | 454 | 396 | 394 | 141 | 340 | 411 | 180 | 359 | 405 | 3080 | 5915 |
| Orange 73.4/132 | 325 | 281 | 332 | 310 | 141 | 487 | 105 | 362 | 351 | 2694 | 429 | 396 | 378 | 134 | 330 | 395 | 180 | 323 | 405 | 2970 | 5664 |
| Lavender 71/127 | 325 | 269 | 323 | 289 | 120 | 456 | 97 | 354 | 336 | 2569 | 398 | 354 | 343 | 118 | 280 | 391 | 144 | 294 | 339 | 2661 | 5230 |
| Lavender/White Combo 68.2/121 | 325 | 269 | 323 | 248 | 103 | 417 | 97 | 312 | 336 | 2430 | 398 | 300 | 279 | 118 | 188 | 284 | 144 | 294 | 318 | 2323 | 4753 |
| White 66.5/116 | 278 | 240 | 297 | 248 | 103 | 417 | 70 | 312 | 260 | 2225 | 359 | 300 | 279 | 116 | 188 | 284 | 104 | 260 | 318 | 2208 | 4433 |
| Brown 75.9/137 | 341 | 293 | 340 | 397 | 151 | 532 | 118 | 375 | 375 | 2922 | 454 | 426 | 394 | 141 | 340 | 411 | 226 | 359 | 444 | 3195 | 6117 |
| Orange 73.4/132 | 325 | 281 | 332 | 310 | 141 | 487 | 105 | 362 | 351 | 2694 | 429 | 396 | 378 | 134 | 330 | 395 | 180 | 323 | 405 | 2970 | 5664 |
| Lavender 71/127 | 325 | 269 | 323 | 289 | 120 | 456 | 97 | 354 | 336 | 2569 | 398 | 354 | 343 | 118 | 280 | 391 | 144 | 294 | 339 | 2661 | 5230 |
| Lavender/White Combo 68.2/121 | 325 | 269 | 323 | 248 | 103 | 417 | 97 | 312 | 336 | 2430 | 398 | 300 | 279 | 118 | 188 | 284 | 144 | 294 | 318 | 2323 | 4753 |
| White 66.5/116 | 278 | 240 | 297 | 248 | 103 | 417 | 70 | 312 | 260 | 2225 | 359 | 300 | 279 | 116 | 188 | 284 | 104 | 260 | 318 | 2208 | 4433 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 13 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 2 |
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: Brown (6,117 yards, 75.9/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 4, 397 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Lavender (5,230 yards, 71/127)
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+: White (4,433 yards, 66.5/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (70 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 397 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 141 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 532 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 118 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 444-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course?
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course has a course rating of 75.9 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the White tees, the rating is 66.5 with a slope of 116.
How long is Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course?
From the back tees, Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course plays 6,117 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 397-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Brown tees (6,117 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (4,433 yards).
Is Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course public or private?
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course is a public golf course in California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Tehama Golf Club, Quail Lodge Golf Club, The Club at Pasadera, East Rancho Canada Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course 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 Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course 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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