Olympic Club Lake Course San Francisco, California
Olympic Club Lake Course is a par-71 public course in San Francisco, California, playing 6,851 yards from the Red tees with a rating of 74.3 and slope of 133. The Olympic Club Lake Course is the 5-time U.S. Open host nicknamed the "Graveyard of Champions" for its history of major upsets on its canted, fog-shrouded fairways.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,851 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.3 / 133 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | San Francisco, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 37.7104, -122.4924 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 6,851 | 6,265 | 71 | 74.3 | 133 |
| Black | 6,582 | 6,019 | 71 | 72.8 | 131 |
| Black/Blue Combo | 6,393 | 5,846 | 71 | 71.8 | 130 |
| Blue | 6,230 | 5,697 | 71 | 71.1 | 128 |
| Blue/White Combo | 5,973 | 5,462 | 71 | 70 | 126 |
| White | 5,779 | 5,284 | 71 | 69 | 124 |
| Green/White Combo | 5,485 | 5,015 | 71 | 67.9 | 122 |
| Green | 5,250 | 4,801 | 71 | 66.7 | 117 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red 74.3/133 | 549 | 191 | 418 | 561 | 169 | 359 | 446 | 423 | 398 | 3514 | 182 | 529 | 384 | 367 | 351 | 469 | 426 | 204 | 425 | 3337 | 6851 |
| Black 72.8/131 | 533 | 175 | 407 | 543 | 151 | 351 | 440 | 414 | 382 | 3396 | 170 | 494 | 366 | 351 | 346 | 449 | 402 | 188 | 420 | 3186 | 6582 |
| Black/Blue Combo 71.8/130 | 533 | 175 | 382 | 520 | 151 | 334 | 429 | 390 | 382 | 3296 | 170 | 494 | 339 | 351 | 346 | 430 | 392 | 188 | 387 | 3097 | 6393 |
| Blue 71.1/128 | 520 | 158 | 382 | 520 | 149 | 334 | 429 | 390 | 373 | 3255 | 141 | 444 | 339 | 334 | 332 | 430 | 392 | 176 | 387 | 2975 | 6230 |
| Blue/White Combo 70/126 | 520 | 158 | 362 | 520 | 149 | 299 | 378 | 365 | 352 | 3103 | 141 | 444 | 339 | 334 | 312 | 390 | 371 | 176 | 363 | 2870 | 5973 |
| White 69/124 | 492 | 145 | 362 | 477 | 131 | 299 | 378 | 365 | 352 | 3001 | 124 | 427 | 321 | 307 | 312 | 390 | 371 | 163 | 363 | 2778 | 5779 |
| Green/White Combo 67.9/122 | 492 | 145 | 328 | 477 | 131 | 272 | 356 | 331 | 337 | 2869 | 124 | 427 | 321 | 307 | 286 | 330 | 341 | 163 | 317 | 2616 | 5485 |
| Green 66.7/117 | 469 | 132 | 328 | 433 | 129 | 272 | 356 | 331 | 337 | 2787 | 113 | 394 | 301 | 263 | 286 | 330 | 341 | 118 | 317 | 2463 | 5250 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 12 |
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: Red (6,851 yards, 74.3/133)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 446 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue/White Combo (5,973 yards, 70/126)
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+: Green (5,250 yards, 66.7/117)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (129 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 446 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 182 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 561 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 169 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 469-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympic Club Lake Course known for?
The Olympic Club Lake Course is known as the "Graveyard of Champions" — a 5-time U.S. Open host famous for producing stunning upsets, from Jack Fleck over Hogan in 1955 to Webb Simpson in 2012. Its canted fairways, heavy San Francisco marine air, and deep greenside bunkers make it one of golf's most punishing tests.
What is the slope and rating of Olympic Club Lake Course?
Olympic Club Lake Course has a course rating of 74.3 and slope of 133 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 66.7 with a slope of 117.
How long is Olympic Club Lake Course?
From the back tees, Olympic Club Lake Course plays 6,851 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Olympic Club Lake Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 446-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Olympic Club Lake Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Red tees (6,851 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,250 yards).
Is Olympic Club Lake Course public or private?
Olympic Club Lake Course is a public golf course in San Francisco, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Olympic Club Lake Course?
Nearby courses include Gleneagles Golf Course (San Francisco), Lincoln Park Golf Course (34th Avenue), Crystal Springs Golf Course (Burlingame), Mill Valley Golf Course (Mill Valley).
Is there a yardage book for Olympic Club Lake Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Olympic Club Lake 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 Olympic Club Lake 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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