Spyglass Hill Golf Course California
Spyglass Hill Golf Course is a par-72 public course in California, playing 7,026 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 75.4 and slope of 145. Spyglass Hill is nicknamed 'the greatest meeting of sand and trees,' with five oceanfront holes through coastal dunes followed by thirteen holes winding through the towering pines of the Del Monte Forest.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,026 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.4 / 145 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | California, USA |
| Coordinates | 36.5851, -121.9553 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 7,026 | 6,425 | 72 | 75.4 | 145 |
| Gold | 6,559 | 5,998 | 72 | 73.3 | 140 |
| White | 6,150 | 5,624 | 72 | 71.8 | 133 |
| Green | 5,761 | 5,268 | 72 | 70 | 128 |
| Red | 5,239 | 4,791 | 72 | 67.4 | 122 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 75.4/145 | 597 | 349 | 171 | 376 | 203 | 441 | 545 | 398 | 430 | 3510 | 409 | 562 | 177 | 458 | 558 | 132 | 469 | 324 | 427 | 3516 | 7026 |
| Gold 73.3/140 | 565 | 321 | 147 | 370 | 173 | 408 | 520 | 372 | 414 | 3290 | 376 | 490 | 159 | 430 | 525 | 122 | 447 | 316 | 404 | 3269 | 6559 |
| White 71.8/133 | 533 | 300 | 128 | 360 | 138 | 372 | 479 | 356 | 393 | 3059 | 366 | 459 | 143 | 393 | 514 | 101 | 433 | 304 | 378 | 3091 | 6150 |
| Green 70/128 | 523 | 292 | 124 | 353 | 126 | 324 | 469 | 310 | 353 | 2874 | 319 | 451 | 123 | 353 | 487 | 95 | 404 | 295 | 360 | 2887 | 5761 |
| Red 67.4/122 | 488 | 241 | 83 | 302 | 94 | 320 | 462 | 300 | 349 | 2639 | 315 | 420 | 95 | 322 | 481 | 83 | 286 | 266 | 332 | 2600 | 5239 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 |
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 (7,026 yards, 75.4/145)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 398 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,150 yards, 71.8/133)
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+: Red (5,239 yards, 67.4/122)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (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 398 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
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 597 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 132 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 324-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spyglass Hill Golf Course known for?
Spyglass Hill Golf Course is known as one of the toughest courses in America, nicknamed 'the greatest meeting of sand and trees.' The opening five holes play through sandy dunes with Pacific Ocean views, while the remaining thirteen wind through the towering Monterey Pines of the Del Monte Forest. Its holes are named after characters from Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island.
What is the slope and rating of Spyglass Hill Golf Course?
Spyglass Hill Golf Course has a course rating of 75.4 and slope of 145 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 67.4 with a slope of 122.
How long is Spyglass Hill Golf Course?
From the back tees, Spyglass Hill Golf Course plays 7,026 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Spyglass Hill Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 398-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Spyglass Hill Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (7,026 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,239 yards).
Is Spyglass Hill Golf Course public or private?
Spyglass Hill Golf Course is a public golf course in California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Spyglass Hill Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Cypress Point Golf Course, Poppy Hills Golf Course, Pebble Beach Golf Course (Pebble Beach), Pacific Grove Golf Links.
Is there a yardage book for Spyglass Hill Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Spyglass Hill 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 Spyglass Hill 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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