Shady Canyon Golf Club
About Shady Canyon Golf Club
Shady Canyon Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Irvine, California (92603).. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,012 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 74.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, Shady Canyon Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 95% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 17 tee sets ranging from 3,045 to 7,012 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
California offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
71
Length
7,012
Slope
144
Rating
74.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
147
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 660 rated courses in California
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 144 | 74.7 | 448 | 174 | 548 | 235 | 343 | 477 | 555 | 192 | 476 | 3448 | 436 | 595 | 393 | 379 | 212 | 457 | 357 | 167 | 568 | 3564 | 7,012 |
Black/Gold | 141 | 73.8 | 390 | 174 | 548 | 201 | 343 | 425 | 555 | 192 | 458 | 3286 | 436 | 595 | 393 | 379 | 212 | 457 | 357 | 167 | 568 | 3564 | 6,850 |
Gold | 133 | 72.2 | 390 | 162 | 522 | 201 | 323 | 425 | 526 | 181 | 458 | 3188 | 414 | 574 | 381 | 363 | 200 | 418 | 343 | 139 | 529 | 3361 | 6,549 |
Gold/Blue | 128 | 70.6 | 375 | 162 | 522 | 162 | 323 | 379 | 526 | 181 | 420 | 3050 | 414 | 534 | 381 | 363 | 200 | 418 | 343 | 139 | 529 | 3321 | 6,371 |
Blue | 125 | 69.5 | 375 | 144 | 506 | 162 | 315 | 379 | 506 | 162 | 420 | 2969 | 389 | 534 | 354 | 336 | 173 | 412 | 334 | 135 | 520 | 3187 | 6,156 |
Blue | 147 | 76.6 | 375 | 144 | 506 | 162 | 315 | 379 | 506 | 162 | 420 | 2969 | 389 | 534 | 354 | 329 | 173 | 412 | 334 | 135 | 520 | 3180 | 6,149 |
Blue/White | 122 | 68.3 | 338 | 144 | 506 | 149 | 315 | 358 | 506 | 162 | 388 | 2866 | 389 | 503 | 354 | 336 | 153 | 412 | 334 | 135 | 470 | 3086 | 5,952 |
Blue/White | 144 | 75.4 | 338 | 144 | 506 | 149 | 315 | 358 | 506 | 162 | 388 | 2866 | 389 | 503 | 354 | 329 | 153 | 412 | 334 | 135 | 470 | 3079 | 5,945 |
White | 139 | 74.2 | 338 | 135 | 478 | 149 | 307 | 358 | 477 | 148 | 388 | 2778 | 360 | 503 | 313 | 313 | 153 | 388 | 316 | 135 | 470 | 2951 | 5,729 |
White | 120 | 67.2 | 338 | 135 | 478 | 149 | 307 | 358 | 477 | 148 | 388 | 2778 | 360 | 503 | 313 | 313 | 153 | 388 | 316 | 135 | 470 | 2951 | 5,729 |
White/Green | 116 | 66.1 | 256 | 113 | 478 | 149 | 307 | 336 | 477 | 148 | 388 | 2652 | 360 | 403 | 313 | 313 | 129 | 388 | 316 | 135 | 433 | 2790 | 5,442 |
White/Green | 133 | 72.3 | 256 | 113 | 478 | 149 | 307 | 336 | 410 | 148 | 388 | 2585 | 360 | 403 | 313 | 313 | 129 | 388 | 316 | 135 | 433 | 2790 | 5,375 |
White/Green (Guest Day) | 133 | 72.1 | 256 | 113 | 478 | 117 | 307 | 336 | 410 | 148 | 388 | 2553 | 360 | 403 | 313 | 313 | 129 | 388 | 316 | 135 | 433 | 2790 | 5,343 |
Green | 128 | 69.1 | 256 | 113 | 415 | 85 | 214 | 336 | 410 | 132 | 318 | 2279 | 291 | 403 | 261 | 313 | 129 | 343 | 277 | 115 | 433 | 2565 | 4,844 |
Green | 110 | 63.6 | 256 | 113 | 415 | 85 | 214 | 336 | 410 | 132 | 318 | 2279 | 291 | 403 | 261 | 313 | 129 | 343 | 277 | 115 | 433 | 2565 | 4,844 |
Family Junior Tees | 101 | 59.5 | 210 | 68 | 246 | 46 | 214 | 241 | 263 | 72 | 144 | 1504 | 175 | 244 | 144 | 177 | 62 | 183 | 166 | 115 | 275 | 1541 | 3,045 |
Family Junior Tees | 91 | 55.7 | 210 | 68 | 246 | 46 | 214 | 241 | 263 | 72 | 144 | 1504 | 175 | 244 | 144 | 177 | 62 | 183 | 166 | 115 | 275 | 1541 | 3,045 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 17 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Shady Canyon Golf Club offers 17 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,012 | 144 | 74.7 | 0-5 |
Black/Gold | 6,850 | 141 | 73.8 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,549 | 133 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Gold/Blue | 6,371 | 128 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,156 | 125 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,149 | 147 | 76.6 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,952 | 122 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,945 | 144 | 75.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,729 | 139 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,729 | 120 | 67.2 | 12-22 |
White/Green | 5,442 | 116 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
White/Green | 5,375 | 133 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
White/Green (Guest Day) | 5,343 | 133 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,844 | 128 | 69.1 | 25+ |
Green | 4,844 | 110 | 63.6 | 25+ |
Family Junior Tees | 3,045 | 101 | 59.5 | 25+ |
Family Junior Tees | 3,045 | 91 | 55.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Shady Canyon Golf Club
Shady Canyon Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Shady Canyon Golf Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shady Canyon Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Shady Canyon Golf Club is a private golf course located in Irvine, CA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Shady Canyon Golf Club have?expand_more
Shady Canyon Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Shady Canyon Golf Club plays to 5,952 yards (par 71). The course offers 17 tee sets ranging from 3,045 to 7,012 yards.
What is the slope rating at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Shady Canyon Golf Club have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 74.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Shady Canyon Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Shady Canyon Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.shadycanyongolfclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Shady Canyon Golf Club offer?expand_more
Shady Canyon Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Shady Canyon Golf Club located?expand_more
Shady Canyon Golf Club is located at 100 Shady Canyon Drive in Irvine, CA 92603. You can reach them at +1-949-856-7000.
What is the difficulty level at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
Shady Canyon Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 95% of golf courses in California. The average slope rating in California is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
Shady Canyon Golf Club offers 17 tee sets. Black tees (7,012 yards, slope 144) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Family Junior Tees tees (3,045 yards, slope 91) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Shady Canyon Golf Club should play the Family Junior Tees tees, which play 3,045 yards with a slope of 91. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 139, rating 74.2) at Shady Canyon Golf Club would have a course handicap of 21 and an expected score of approximately 93. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Shady Canyon Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Shady Canyon Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.