Valley Club of Montecito Santa Barbara, California
Valley Club of Montecito is a par-72 public course in Santa Barbara, California, playing 6,750 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.8 and slope of 133.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,750 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.8 / 133 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Santa Barbara, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.4323, -119.6070 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,750 | 6,172 | 72 | 72.8 | 133 |
| Blue | 6,610 | 6,044 | 72 | 72.1 | 131 |
| White | 6,363 | 5,818 | 72 | 71 | 128 |
| Inside 9 | 6,326 | 5,784 | 74 | 71.4 | 122 |
| Red | 5,557 | 5,081 | 72 | 68.1 | 120 |
| Green | 4,973 | 4,547 | 72 | 64.5 | 112 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.8/133 | 490 | 511 | 459 | 148 | 430 | 295 | 448 | 154 | 428 | 3363 | 494 | 183 | 353 | 382 | 182 | 518 | 457 | 378 | 440 | 3387 | 6750 |
| Blue 72.1/131 | 460 | 497 | 453 | 144 | 422 | 295 | 433 | 149 | 416 | 3269 | 494 | 178 | 353 | 382 | 175 | 512 | 457 | 378 | 412 | 3341 | 6610 |
| White 71/128 | 455 | 482 | 439 | 138 | 408 | 284 | 416 | 135 | 413 | 3170 | 461 | 168 | 338 | 374 | 168 | 476 | 447 | 369 | 392 | 3193 | 6363 |
| Inside 9 71.4/122 | 457 | 486 | 375 | 168 | 474 | 449 | 372 | 92 | 290 | 3163 | 457 | 486 | 375 | 168 | 474 | 449 | 372 | 92 | 290 | 3163 | 6326 |
| Red 68.1/120 | 451 | 405 | 425 | 129 | 332 | 276 | 365 | 125 | 323 | 2831 | 403 | 130 | 281 | 328 | 157 | 411 | 369 | 361 | 286 | 2726 | 5557 |
| Green 64.5/112 | 451 | 401 | 343 | 96 | 310 | 218 | 365 | 98 | 262 | 2544 | 334 | 130 | 277 | 328 | 86 | 371 | 369 | 248 | 286 | 2429 | 4973 |
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 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 (6,750 yards, 72.8/133)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 430 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (5,557 yards, 68.1/120)
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 (4,973 yards, 64.5/112)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (96 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 430 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 518 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 148 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 382-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Valley Club of Montecito?
Valley Club of Montecito has a course rating of 72.8 and slope of 133 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 64.5 with a slope of 112.
How long is Valley Club of Montecito?
From the back tees, Valley Club of Montecito plays 6,750 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Valley Club of Montecito?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 430-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Valley Club of Montecito?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,750 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,973 yards).
Is Valley Club of Montecito public or private?
Valley Club of Montecito is a public golf course in Santa Barbara, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Valley Club of Montecito?
Nearby courses include Birnam Wood Golf Club (Santa Barbara), Montecito Country Club (Santa Barbara), Santa Barbara Golf Course (Santa Barbara), La Cumbre Country Club (Santa Barbara).
Is there a yardage book for Valley Club of Montecito?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Valley Club of Montecito 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 Valley Club of Montecito 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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