Indian Valley Golf Club Novato, California
Indian Valley Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Novato, California, playing 6,269 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 70.2 and slope of 124.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,269 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.2 / 124 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | Novato, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.1098, -122.6398 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,269 | 72 | 70.2 | 124 |
| Blue | 5,995 | 72 | 69 | 123 |
| Blue Alt 16 | 5,990 | 72 | 68.9 | 122 |
| White | 5,641 | 72 | 67.7 | 118 |
| Red | 5,174 | 72 | 65.5 | 112 |
| Gold | 3,961 | 72 | 62.7 | 98 |
| WHITE | 5,641 | 72 | 73 | 129 |
| RED | 5,174 | 72 | 69.9 | 122 |
| Red/Gold | 4,906 | 72 | 69.1 | 117 |
| Gold | 3,961 | 72 | 62.7 | 98 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 70.2/124 | 543 | 408 | 492 | 124 | 281 | 338 | 411 | 161 | 346 | 3104 | 320 | 329 | 423 | 218 | 374 | 338 | 537 | 158 | 468 | 3165 | 6269 |
| Blue 69/123 | 520 | 396 | 473 | 117 | 264 | 326 | 391 | 151 | 341 | 2979 | 295 | 319 | 403 | 186 | 367 | 311 | 526 | 147 | 462 | 3016 | 5995 |
| Blue Alt 16 68.9/122 | 520 | 396 | 473 | 117 | 264 | 326 | 391 | 151 | 341 | 2979 | 295 | 319 | 403 | 186 | 367 | 311 | 521 | 147 | 462 | 3011 | 5990 |
| White 67.7/118 | 499 | 385 | 460 | 110 | 249 | 310 | 338 | 138 | 311 | 2800 | 276 | 306 | 377 | 161 | 359 | 305 | 478 | 134 | 445 | 2841 | 5641 |
| Red 65.5/112 | 432 | 372 | 452 | 97 | 239 | 299 | 327 | 129 | 253 | 2600 | 230 | 297 | 354 | 129 | 290 | 289 | 432 | 125 | 428 | 2574 | 5174 |
| Gold 62.7/98 | 314 | 237 | 340 | 97 | 232 | 206 | 246 | 123 | 166 | 1961 | 206 | 211 | 227 | 114 | 216 | 203 | 345 | 119 | 359 | 2000 | 3961 |
| WHITE 73/129 | 499 | 385 | 460 | 110 | 249 | 310 | 338 | 138 | 311 | 2800 | 276 | 306 | 377 | 161 | 359 | 305 | 478 | 134 | 445 | 2841 | 5641 |
| RED 69.9/122 | 432 | 372 | 452 | 97 | 239 | 299 | 327 | 129 | 253 | 2600 | 230 | 297 | 354 | 129 | 290 | 289 | 432 | 125 | 428 | 2574 | 5174 |
| Red/Gold 69.1/117 | 432 | 372 | 340 | 97 | 239 | 299 | 327 | 129 | 253 | 2488 | 230 | 297 | 354 | 129 | 290 | 289 | 345 | 125 | 359 | 2418 | 4906 |
| Gold 62.7/98 | 314 | 237 | 340 | 97 | 232 | 206 | 246 | 123 | 166 | 1961 | 206 | 211 | 227 | 114 | 216 | 203 | 345 | 119 | 359 | 2000 | 3961 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 3 | 7 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 17 | 10 |
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 (6,269 yards, 70.2/124)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 5, 543 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (5,174 yards, 65.5/112)
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+: Gold (3,961 yards, 62.7/98)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (97 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 543 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 124 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 423-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Indian Valley Golf Club?
Indian Valley Golf Club has a course rating of 70.2 and slope of 124 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 62.7 with a slope of 98.
How long is Indian Valley Golf Club?
From the back tees, Indian Valley Golf Club plays 6,269 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Indian Valley Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 543-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Indian Valley Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,269 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (3,961 yards).
Is Indian Valley Golf Club public or private?
Indian Valley Golf Club is a public golf course in Novato, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Indian Valley Golf Club?
Nearby courses include StoneTree Golf Club (Novato), Petaluma Golf & Country Club, McInnis Golf Course (San Rafael), Meadow Club (Fairfax).
Is there a yardage book for Indian Valley Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Indian Valley 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 Indian Valley 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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