Pala Mesa Golf Course Fallbrook, California
Pala Mesa Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Fallbrook, California, playing 6,672 yards from the Black - Tournament tees with a rating of 80.4 and slope of 148.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,672 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 80.4 / 148 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | Fallbrook, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.3550, -117.1663 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black - Tournament | 6,672 | 72 | 80.4 | 148 |
| Black | 6,445 | 72 | 79.1 | 144 |
| Blue | 6,088 | 72 | 77.1 | 139 |
| Silver | 5,588 | 72 | 74.2 | 133 |
| Gold | 5,030 | 72 | 71 | 126 |
| Black - Tournament | 6,672 | 72 | 80.4 | 148 |
| Black | 6,445 | 72 | 79.1 | 144 |
| Blue | 6,088 | 72 | 77.1 | 139 |
| Silver | 5,588 | 72 | 74.2 | 133 |
| Gold | 5,030 | 72 | 71 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black - Tournament 80.4/148 | 410 | 542 | 394 | 186 | 305 | 394 | 179 | 519 | 442 | 3371 | 482 | 305 | 528 | 398 | 164 | 413 | 164 | 345 | 502 | 3301 | 6672 |
| Black 79.1/144 | 410 | 470 | 394 | 186 | 305 | 394 | 179 | 519 | 414 | 3271 | 482 | 305 | 496 | 398 | 164 | 413 | 153 | 345 | 418 | 3174 | 6445 |
| Blue 77.1/139 | 396 | 448 | 377 | 161 | 286 | 373 | 160 | 481 | 376 | 3058 | 465 | 293 | 468 | 375 | 148 | 398 | 149 | 325 | 409 | 3030 | 6088 |
| Silver 74.2/133 | 349 | 437 | 352 | 144 | 252 | 344 | 147 | 451 | 342 | 2818 | 431 | 279 | 436 | 330 | 139 | 332 | 140 | 308 | 375 | 2770 | 5588 |
| Gold 71/126 | 318 | 396 | 306 | 126 | 226 | 344 | 126 | 401 | 261 | 2504 | 395 | 279 | 382 | 307 | 110 | 319 | 131 | 228 | 375 | 2526 | 5030 |
| Black - Tournament 80.4/148 | 410 | 542 | 394 | 186 | 305 | 394 | 179 | 519 | 442 | 3371 | 482 | 305 | 528 | 398 | 164 | 413 | 164 | 345 | 502 | 3301 | 6672 |
| Black 79.1/144 | 410 | 470 | 394 | 186 | 305 | 394 | 179 | 519 | 414 | 3271 | 482 | 305 | 496 | 398 | 164 | 413 | 153 | 345 | 418 | 3174 | 6445 |
| Blue 77.1/139 | 396 | 448 | 377 | 161 | 286 | 373 | 160 | 481 | 376 | 3058 | 465 | 293 | 468 | 375 | 148 | 398 | 149 | 325 | 409 | 3030 | 6088 |
| Silver 74.2/133 | 349 | 437 | 352 | 144 | 252 | 344 | 147 | 451 | 342 | 2818 | 431 | 279 | 436 | 330 | 139 | 332 | 140 | 308 | 375 | 2770 | 5588 |
| Gold 71/126 | 318 | 396 | 306 | 126 | 226 | 344 | 126 | 401 | 261 | 2504 | 395 | 279 | 382 | 307 | 110 | 319 | 131 | 228 | 375 | 2526 | 5030 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
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 - Tournament (6,672 yards, 80.4/148)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 394 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (6,088 yards, 77.1/139)
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 (5,030 yards, 71/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (110 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 394 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 164 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 542 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 413-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Pala Mesa Golf Course?
Pala Mesa Golf Course has a course rating of 80.4 and slope of 148 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 71 with a slope of 126.
How long is Pala Mesa Golf Course?
From the back tees, Pala Mesa Golf Course plays 6,672 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Pala Mesa Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 394-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Pala Mesa Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black - Tournament tees (6,672 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (5,030 yards).
Is Pala Mesa Golf Course public or private?
Pala Mesa Golf Course is a public golf course in Fallbrook, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Pala Mesa Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Cross Creek Golf Club (Temecula), Marine Memorial Golf Course, The Legends Golf Club (Temecula), Twin Oaks Golf Course (San Marcos).
Is there a yardage book for Pala Mesa Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Pala Mesa 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 Pala Mesa 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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