Santa Barbara Golf Course Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara Golf Course is a par-70 public course in Santa Barbara, California, playing 6,022 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 69.4 and slope of 123.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,022 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.4 / 123 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Santa Barbara, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.4338, -119.7377 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,022 | 5,507 | 70 | 69.4 | 123 |
| White | 5,711 | 5,222 | 70 | 67.9 | 119 |
| Gold | 5,447 | 4,981 | 70 | 66.6 | 116 |
| Gold/Green | 4,915 | 4,494 | 70 | 64.3 | 110 |
| Green | 4,154 | 3,798 | 70 | 61 | 102 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 69.4/123 | 345 | 128 | 291 | 371 | 368 | 475 | 422 | 196 | 506 | 3102 | 144 | 387 | 451 | 98 | 393 | 379 | 196 | 395 | 477 | 2920 | 6022 |
| White 67.9/119 | 325 | 104 | 266 | 344 | 355 | 465 | 412 | 162 | 488 | 2921 | 134 | 370 | 437 | 88 | 382 | 371 | 170 | 386 | 452 | 2790 | 5711 |
| Gold 66.6/116 | 307 | 79 | 252 | 333 | 349 | 458 | 402 | 141 | 471 | 2792 | 124 | 350 | 424 | 83 | 371 | 364 | 162 | 367 | 410 | 2655 | 5447 |
| Gold/Green 64.3/110 | 325 | 104 | 266 | 219 | 211 | 465 | 361 | 162 | 389 | 2502 | 134 | 370 | 337 | 88 | 288 | 371 | 122 | 251 | 452 | 2413 | 4915 |
| Green 61/102 | 240 | 79 | 204 | 219 | 211 | 340 | 361 | 66 | 389 | 2109 | 124 | 267 | 337 | 83 | 288 | 293 | 122 | 251 | 280 | 2045 | 4154 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 34 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 2 |
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 (6,022 yards, 69.4/123)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 422 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold/Green (4,915 yards, 64.3/110)
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+: Green (4,154 yards, 61/102)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 13 (83 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 422 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 506 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 98 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 477 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Santa Barbara Golf Course?
Santa Barbara Golf Course has a course rating of 69.4 and slope of 123 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 61 with a slope of 102.
How long is Santa Barbara Golf Course?
From the back tees, Santa Barbara Golf Course plays 6,022 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Santa Barbara Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 422-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Santa Barbara Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,022 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,154 yards).
Is Santa Barbara Golf Course public or private?
Santa Barbara Golf Course is a public golf course in Santa Barbara, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Santa Barbara Golf Course?
Nearby courses include La Cumbre Country Club (Santa Barbara), Hidden Oaks Country Club, Montecito Country Club (Santa Barbara), Twin Lakes Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Santa Barbara Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara 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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