Kern River Golf Course Bakersfield, California
Kern River Golf Course is a par-70 public course in Bakersfield, California, playing 6,435 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.5 and slope of 120.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,435 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.5 / 120 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Bakersfield, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.4373, -118.8577 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,435 | 70 | 70.5 | 120 |
| White | 6,245 | 73 | 75.5 | 128 |
| Red | 5,330 | 73 | 70.1 | 117 |
| Gold | 5,242 | 73 | 69.6 | 116 |
| White | 6,245 | 73 | 75.5 | 128 |
| Red | 5,330 | 73 | 70.1 | 117 |
| Gold | 5,242 | 73 | 69.6 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.5/120 | 525 | 136 | 471 | 454 | 293 | 158 | 389 | 536 | 195 | 3157 | 380 | 233 | 359 | 335 | 458 | 369 | 386 | 223 | 535 | 3278 | 6435 |
| White 75.5/128 | 514 | 129 | 458 | 436 | 283 | 147 | 384 | 528 | 180 | 3059 | 375 | 223 | 351 | 328 | 440 | 362 | 378 | 219 | 510 | 3186 | 6245 |
| Red 70.1/117 | 409 | 105 | 353 | 415 | 268 | 134 | 287 | 406 | 144 | 2521 | 360 | 130 | 337 | 316 | 430 | 265 | 363 | 206 | 402 | 2809 | 5330 |
| Gold 69.6/116 | 417 | 120 | 359 | 347 | 270 | 136 | 312 | 416 | 148 | 2525 | 363 | 135 | 339 | 319 | 382 | 265 | 365 | 141 | 408 | 2717 | 5242 |
| White 75.5/128 | 514 | 129 | 458 | 436 | 283 | 147 | 384 | 528 | 180 | 3059 | 375 | 223 | 351 | 328 | 440 | 362 | 378 | 219 | 510 | 3186 | 6245 |
| Red 70.1/117 | 409 | 105 | 353 | 415 | 268 | 134 | 287 | 406 | 144 | 2521 | 360 | 130 | 337 | 316 | 430 | 265 | 363 | 206 | 402 | 2809 | 5330 |
| Gold 69.6/116 | 417 | 120 | 359 | 347 | 270 | 136 | 312 | 416 | 148 | 2525 | 363 | 135 | 339 | 319 | 382 | 265 | 365 | 141 | 408 | 2717 | 5242 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 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 (6,435 yards, 70.5/120)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 471 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,245 yards, 75.5/128)
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 (5,242 yards, 69.6/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 2 (120 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 471 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 536 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 136 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 458-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Kern River Golf Course?
Kern River Golf Course has a course rating of 70.5 and slope of 120 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 69.6 with a slope of 116.
How long is Kern River Golf Course?
From the back tees, Kern River Golf Course plays 6,435 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Kern River Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 471-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Kern River Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,435 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (5,242 yards).
Is Kern River Golf Course public or private?
Kern River Golf Course is a public golf course in Bakersfield, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Kern River Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Rio Bravo Country Club (Bakersfield), Bakersfield Country Club, Bakersfield Country Club (Bakersfield), Sundale Country Club (Bakersfield).
Is there a yardage book for Kern River Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Kern River 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 Kern River 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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