Tijeras Creek Golf Club Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Tijeras Creek Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, playing 7,003 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 73.7 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,003 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.7 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 11 |
| Location | Rancho Santa Margarita, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.6085, -117.6227 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,003 | 72 | 73.7 | 137 |
| Blue | 6,560 | 72 | 78.8 | 145 |
| White | 6,198 | 72 | 76.6 | 140 |
| Green | 5,797 | 72 | 74.2 | 134 |
| Red | 5,130 | 72 | 70.3 | 127 |
| Yellow | 4,098 | 72 | 64.6 | 111 |
| Blue | 6,560 | 72 | 78.8 | 145 |
| White | 6,198 | 72 | 76.6 | 140 |
| Green | 5,797 | 72 | 74.2 | 134 |
| Red | 5,130 | 72 | 70.3 | 127 |
| Yellow | 4,098 | 72 | 64.6 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 73.7/137 | 525 | 380 | 477 | 435 | 185 | 410 | 225 | 585 | 414 | 3636 | 374 | 545 | 342 | 534 | 195 | 343 | 172 | 404 | 458 | 3367 | 7003 |
| Blue 78.8/145 | 507 | 346 | 425 | 402 | 162 | 393 | 200 | 550 | 409 | 3394 | 342 | 516 | 337 | 519 | 165 | 338 | 167 | 373 | 409 | 3166 | 6560 |
| White 76.6/140 | 491 | 326 | 410 | 369 | 151 | 366 | 174 | 524 | 388 | 3199 | 327 | 493 | 328 | 505 | 142 | 321 | 149 | 354 | 380 | 2999 | 6198 |
| Green 74.2/134 | 466 | 311 | 391 | 341 | 131 | 340 | 157 | 504 | 364 | 3005 | 306 | 468 | 310 | 480 | 129 | 305 | 130 | 311 | 353 | 2792 | 5797 |
| Red 70.3/127 | 414 | 280 | 336 | 308 | 110 | 312 | 118 | 442 | 330 | 2650 | 275 | 399 | 281 | 426 | 111 | 275 | 119 | 311 | 283 | 2480 | 5130 |
| Yellow 64.6/111 | 343 | 204 | 284 | 230 | 90 | 225 | 65 | 380 | 265 | 2086 | 217 | 352 | 200 | 362 | 111 | 170 | 119 | 248 | 233 | 2012 | 4098 |
| Blue 78.8/145 | 507 | 346 | 425 | 402 | 162 | 393 | 200 | 550 | 409 | 3394 | 342 | 516 | 337 | 519 | 165 | 338 | 167 | 373 | 409 | 3166 | 6560 |
| White 76.6/140 | 491 | 326 | 410 | 369 | 151 | 366 | 174 | 524 | 388 | 3199 | 327 | 493 | 328 | 505 | 142 | 321 | 149 | 354 | 380 | 2999 | 6198 |
| Green 74.2/134 | 466 | 311 | 391 | 341 | 131 | 340 | 157 | 504 | 364 | 3005 | 306 | 468 | 310 | 480 | 129 | 305 | 130 | 311 | 353 | 2792 | 5797 |
| Red 70.3/127 | 414 | 280 | 336 | 308 | 110 | 312 | 118 | 442 | 330 | 2650 | 275 | 399 | 281 | 426 | 111 | 275 | 119 | 311 | 283 | 2480 | 5130 |
| Yellow 64.6/111 | 343 | 204 | 284 | 230 | 90 | 225 | 65 | 380 | 265 | 2086 | 217 | 352 | 200 | 362 | 111 | 170 | 119 | 248 | 233 | 2012 | 4098 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 6 |
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 (7,003 yards, 73.7/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 477 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Green (5,797 yards, 74.2/134)
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+: Yellow (4,098 yards, 64.6/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 16 (119 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 477 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 585 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 172 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 404-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Tijeras Creek Golf Club?
Tijeras Creek Golf Club has a course rating of 73.7 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Yellow tees, the rating is 64.6 with a slope of 111.
How long is Tijeras Creek Golf Club?
From the back tees, Tijeras Creek Golf Club plays 7,003 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Tijeras Creek Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 477-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Tijeras Creek Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,003 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Yellow tees (4,098 yards).
Is Tijeras Creek Golf Club public or private?
Tijeras Creek Golf Club is a public golf course in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Tijeras Creek Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club (Coto De Caza), Strawberry Farms Golf Club (Irvine), Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club (San Clemente), Newport Beach Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Tijeras Creek Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Tijeras Creek Golf Club 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 Tijeras Creek Golf Club 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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