Chambers Bay Golf Course University Place, Washington
Chambers Bay Golf Course is a par-72 public course in University Place, Washington, playing 7,867 yards from the Navy tees with a rating of 77.6 and slope of 145. Designed by Robert Trent Jones II (2007). Chambers Bay is a Robert Trent Jones Jr. links-style design built on a reclaimed gravel mine overlooking Puget Sound, famous as the 2015 U.S. Open host.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,867 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 77.6 / 145 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Architect | Robert Trent Jones II |
| Year | 2007 |
| Location | University Place, Washington, USA |
| Coordinates | 47.2066, -122.5754 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 7,124 | 6,514 | 72 | 74.3 | 139 |
| Navy/Sand Comb. | 6,867 | 6,279 | 72 | 73.3 | 134 |
| Sand | 6,586 | 6,022 | 72 | 71.9 | 130 |
| Sand/Grey Comb. | 6,302 | 5,763 | 72 | 70.4 | 127 |
| Grey | 6,020 | 5,505 | 72 | 69.5 | 120 |
| 5555 | 5,548 | 5,073 | 72 | 67.1 | 120 |
| Light Blue | 5,253 | 4,803 | 72 | 65.3 | 119 |
| Grey/Teal Comb. | 5,142 | 4,702 | 72 | 65 | 118 |
| Teal | 4,730 | 4,325 | 72 | 63.2 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navy 74.3/139 | 465 | 395 | 165 | 515 | 465 | 447 | 482 | 560 | 202 | 3696 | 398 | 457 | 281 | 527 | 450 | 172 | 396 | 206 | 541 | 3428 | 7124 |
| Navy/Sand Comb. 73.3/134 | 436 | 395 | 145 | 515 | 441 | 418 | 449 | 560 | 202 | 3561 | 398 | 425 | 262 | 527 | 450 | 172 | 359 | 172 | 541 | 3306 | 6867 |
| Sand 71.9/130 | 436 | 365 | 145 | 480 | 441 | 418 | 449 | 523 | 168 | 3425 | 381 | 425 | 262 | 486 | 423 | 139 | 359 | 172 | 514 | 3161 | 6586 |
| Sand/Grey Comb. 70.4/127 | 405 | 365 | 130 | 480 | 394 | 369 | 415 | 523 | 168 | 3249 | 381 | 402 | 246 | 453 | 423 | 139 | 323 | 172 | 514 | 3053 | 6302 |
| Grey 69.5/120 | 405 | 337 | 130 | 424 | 394 | 369 | 415 | 488 | 144 | 3106 | 360 | 402 | 246 | 453 | 374 | 127 | 323 | 142 | 487 | 2914 | 6020 |
| 5555 67.1/120 | 405 | 365 | 130 | 347 | 323 | 283 | 277 | 488 | 168 | 2786 | 360 | 310 | 262 | 453 | 309 | 139 | 323 | 119 | 487 | 2762 | 5548 |
| Light Blue 65.3/119 | 436 | 301 | 111 | 347 | 323 | 283 | 363 | 441 | 132 | 2737 | 311 | 378 | 219 | 348 | 309 | 91 | 279 | 119 | 462 | 2516 | 5253 |
| Grey/Teal Comb. 65/118 | 273 | 301 | 130 | 347 | 394 | 369 | 277 | 350 | 144 | 2585 | 360 | 310 | 219 | 348 | 374 | 127 | 323 | 142 | 354 | 2557 | 5142 |
| Teal 63.2/114 | 273 | 301 | 92 | 347 | 323 | 283 | 277 | 350 | 132 | 2378 | 311 | 310 | 219 | 348 | 309 | 103 | 279 | 119 | 354 | 2352 | 4730 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 4 |
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: Navy (7,124 yards, 74.3/139)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 482 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Grey (6,020 yards, 69.5/120)
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+: Teal (4,730 yards, 63.2/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (92 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 482 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. At 172 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 560 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 165 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 450-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chambers Bay Golf Course known for?
Chambers Bay is known as the dramatic links-style course built on a reclaimed gravel mine along Puget Sound. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., it hosted the 2015 U.S. Open — the first ever held in the Pacific Northwest — and features fescue fairways, towering dunes, and a single iconic lone tree behind the 15th green.
What is the slope and rating of Chambers Bay Golf Course?
Chambers Bay Golf Course has a course rating of 77.6 and slope of 145 from the back tees. From the Teal tees, the rating is 63.2 with a slope of 114.
How long is Chambers Bay Golf Course?
From the back tees, Chambers Bay Golf Course plays 7,867 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Chambers Bay Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 482-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Chambers Bay Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Navy tees (7,124 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Teal tees (4,730 yards).
Is Chambers Bay Golf Course public or private?
Chambers Bay Golf Course is a public golf course in University Place, Washington. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Chambers Bay Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Meadow Park Golf Course (Tacoma), American Lake Veterans Golf Course (Lakewood), Allenmore Golf Course, Madrona Links Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Chambers Bay Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Chambers Bay 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 Chambers Bay 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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