Penmar Municipal Golf Course Venice, California
Penmar Municipal Golf Course is a par-66 municipal course in Venice, California, playing 5,164 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 68.8 and slope of 113.
Course Overview
| Type | Municipal |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 66 (6 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 5,164 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 68.8 / 113 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Venice, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.0060, -118.4613 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 5,164 | 68 | 68.8 | 113 |
| White | 4,948 | 68 | 67.6 | 110 |
| Gold | 4,616 | 68 | 65.8 | 106 |
| Blue | 5,164 | 68 | 68.8 | 113 |
| White | 4,948 | 68 | 67.6 | 110 |
| Gold | 4,616 | 68 | 65.8 | 106 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 68.8/113 | 281 | 355 | 139 | 298 | 208 | 436 | 342 | 162 | 361 | 2582 | 281 | 355 | 139 | 298 | 208 | 436 | 342 | 162 | 361 | 2582 | 5164 |
| White 67.6/110 | 274 | 338 | 139 | 287 | 177 | 425 | 342 | 141 | 351 | 2474 | 274 | 338 | 139 | 287 | 177 | 425 | 342 | 141 | 351 | 2474 | 4948 |
| Gold 65.8/106 | 258 | 317 | 120 | 268 | 153 | 397 | 332 | 126 | 337 | 2308 | 258 | 317 | 120 | 268 | 153 | 397 | 332 | 126 | 337 | 2308 | 4616 |
| Blue 68.8/113 | 281 | 355 | 139 | 298 | 208 | 436 | 342 | 162 | 361 | 2582 | 281 | 355 | 139 | 298 | 208 | 436 | 342 | 162 | 361 | 2582 | 5164 |
| White 67.6/110 | 274 | 338 | 139 | 287 | 177 | 425 | 342 | 141 | 351 | 2474 | 274 | 338 | 139 | 287 | 177 | 425 | 342 | 141 | 351 | 2474 | 4948 |
| Gold 65.8/106 | 258 | 317 | 120 | 268 | 153 | 397 | 332 | 126 | 337 | 2308 | 258 | 317 | 120 | 268 | 153 | 397 | 332 | 126 | 337 | 2308 | 4616 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 8 |
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 (5,164 yards, 68.8/113)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 4, 436 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (4,948 yards, 67.6/110)
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 (4,616 yards, 65.8/106)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (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 436 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 only 298 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The shortest par 3 at 139 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 436-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Penmar Municipal Golf Course?
Penmar Municipal Golf Course has a course rating of 68.8 and slope of 113 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 65.8 with a slope of 106.
How long is Penmar Municipal Golf Course?
From the back tees, Penmar Municipal Golf Course plays 5,164 yards. The course is par 66 with 18 holes (6 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Penmar Municipal Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 436-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Penmar Municipal Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (5,164 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (4,616 yards).
Is Penmar Municipal Golf Course public or private?
Penmar Municipal Golf Course is a municipal golf course in Venice, California. Tee times are available to the public. This is a municipally operated course.
What courses are near Penmar Municipal Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Brentwood Country Club, Hillcrest Country Club (Los Angeles), Westchester Golf Course (Los Angeles), Los Angeles Country Club (Los Angeles).
Is there a yardage book for Penmar Municipal Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Penmar Municipal 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 Penmar Municipal 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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