Recreation Park 18 Golf Course Long Beach, California
Recreation Park 18 Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Long Beach, California, playing 4,078 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 59.4 and slope of 93.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (10 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 4,078 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 59.4 / 93 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Long Beach, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.7790, -118.1345 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 4,078 | 3,729 | 62 | 59.4 | 93 |
| Black/Blue | 3,904 | 3,570 | 62 | 58.5 | 91 |
| Blue | 3,730 | 3,411 | 62 | 57.6 | 88 |
| White | 3,424 | 3,131 | 62 | 56 | 84 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 59.4/93 | 266 | 280 | 150 | 169 | 365 | 157 | 335 | 141 | 176 | 2039 | 266 | 280 | 150 | 169 | 365 | 157 | 335 | 141 | 176 | 2039 | 4078 |
| Black/Blue 58.5/91 | 266 | 280 | 150 | 169 | 365 | 157 | 335 | 141 | 176 | 2039 | 254 | 249 | 92 | 161 | 343 | 147 | 323 | 130 | 166 | 1865 | 3904 |
| Blue 57.6/88 | 254 | 249 | 92 | 161 | 343 | 147 | 323 | 130 | 166 | 1865 | 254 | 249 | 92 | 161 | 343 | 147 | 323 | 130 | 166 | 1865 | 3730 |
| White 56/84 | 238 | 232 | 89 | 134 | 328 | 135 | 274 | 123 | 159 | 1712 | 238 | 232 | 89 | 134 | 328 | 135 | 274 | 123 | 159 | 1712 | 3424 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 31 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 31 | 62 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 11 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 |
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 (4,078 yards, 59.4/93)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 365 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (3,730 yards, 57.6/88)
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+: White (3,424 yards, 56/84)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 8 (123 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 365 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 150 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 141 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 365-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Recreation Park 18 Golf Course?
Recreation Park 18 Golf Course has a course rating of 59.4 and slope of 93 from the back tees. From the White tees, the rating is 56 with a slope of 84.
How long is Recreation Park 18 Golf Course?
From the back tees, Recreation Park 18 Golf Course plays 4,078 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (10 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Recreation Park 18 Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 365-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Recreation Park 18 Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (4,078 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (3,424 yards).
Is Recreation Park 18 Golf Course public or private?
Recreation Park 18 Golf Course is a public golf course in Long Beach, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Recreation Park 18 Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Heartwell Golf Course (Long Beach), Meadowlark Golf Club (Huntington Beach), Compton Par 3 Golf Course, Victoria Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Recreation Park 18 Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Recreation Park 18 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 Recreation Park 18 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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