Merced Golf & Country Club Merced, California
Merced Golf & Country Club is a par-103 private course in Merced, California, playing 6,529 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.4 and slope of 132.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 103 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,529 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.4 / 132 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Merced, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 37.3820, -120.4525 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,529 | 72 | 71.4 | 132 |
| White | 6,198 | 72 | 76.5 | 136 |
| Red | 5,709 | 72 | 73.7 | 130 |
| Gold | 4,815 | 72 | 67.8 | 116 |
| White | 6,198 | 72 | 76.5 | 136 |
| Red | 5,709 | 72 | 73.7 | 130 |
| Red/Gold Combo | 5,639 | 72 | 73.2 | 129 |
| Gold | 4,815 | 72 | 67.8 | 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 71.4/132 | 321 | 398 | 421 | 181 | 521 | 203 | 556 | 324 | 414 | 3339 | 509 | 195 | 412 | 476 | 192 | 365 | 365 | 145 | 531 | 3190 | 6529 |
| White 76.5/136 | 310 | 384 | 396 | 148 | 507 | 182 | 525 | 310 | 405 | 3167 | 493 | 170 | 396 | 460 | 173 | 351 | 340 | 132 | 516 | 3031 | 6198 |
| Red 73.7/130 | 297 | 367 | 345 | 115 | 490 | 167 | 478 | 273 | 388 | 2920 | 458 | 155 | 371 | 440 | 158 | 313 | 322 | 114 | 458 | 2789 | 5709 |
| Gold 67.8/116 | 180 | 314 | 283 | 96 | 454 | 138 | 422 | 239 | 290 | 2416 | 392 | 142 | 337 | 359 | 131 | 251 | 282 | 107 | 398 | 2399 | 4815 |
| White 76.5/136 | 310 | 384 | 396 | 148 | 507 | 182 | 525 | 310 | 405 | 3167 | 493 | 170 | 396 | 460 | 173 | 351 | 340 | 132 | 516 | 3031 | 6198 |
| Red 73.7/130 | 297 | 367 | 345 | 115 | 490 | 167 | 478 | 273 | 388 | 2920 | 458 | 155 | 371 | 440 | 158 | 313 | 322 | 114 | 458 | 2789 | 5709 |
| Red/Gold Combo 73.2/129 | 297 | 367 | 345 | 115 | 454 | 167 | 478 | 273 | 388 | 2884 | 458 | 155 | 337 | 440 | 158 | 313 | 322 | 114 | 458 | 2755 | 5639 |
| Gold 67.8/116 | 180 | 314 | 283 | 96 | 454 | 138 | 422 | 239 | 290 | 2416 | 392 | 142 | 337 | 359 | 131 | 251 | 282 | 107 | 398 | 2399 | 4815 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 18 | 14 |
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 (6,529 yards, 71.4/132)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 421 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red/Gold Combo (5,639 yards, 73.2/129)
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+: Gold (4,815 yards, 67.8/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (107 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 421 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 145 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 556 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 412-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Merced Golf & Country Club?
Merced Golf & Country Club has a course rating of 71.4 and slope of 132 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 67.8 with a slope of 116.
How long is Merced Golf & Country Club?
From the back tees, Merced Golf & Country Club plays 6,529 yards. The course is par 103 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Merced Golf & Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 421-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Merced Golf & Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,529 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (4,815 yards).
Is Merced Golf & Country Club public or private?
Merced Golf & Country Club is a private golf course in Merced, California. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Merced Golf & Country Club?
Nearby courses include Rancho Del Rey Golf Club, Rancho del Rey Golf Course, Rancho Del Rey Golf Club, Lake Don Pedro Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Merced Golf & Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Merced Golf & Country 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 Merced Golf & Country 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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