Monarch Dunes Golf Course
About Monarch Dunes Golf Course
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Grover Beach, California.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,817 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Monarch Dunes Golf Course is more accessible than most courses in California. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,702 to 6,817 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
6,817
Slope
135
Rating
73.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 | 135 | 73.1 | 437 | 200 | 567 | 423 | 400 | 220 | 440 | 490 | 397 | 3574 | 453 | 367 | 163 | 540 | 140 | 560 | 350 | 200 | 470 | 3243 | 6,817 |
Gold | 130 | 70.9 | 407 | 180 | 550 | 377 | 370 | 199 | 350 | 480 | 387 | 3300 | 423 | 357 | 145 | 530 | 125 | 550 | 337 | 177 | 423 | 3067 | 6,367 |
Gold/White | 127 | 69.6 | 373 | 180 | 477 | 377 | 337 | 199 | 350 | 460 | 387 | 3140 | 360 | 357 | 145 | 515 | 125 | 523 | 337 | 148 | 423 | 2933 | 6,073 |
White | 124 | 68.6 | 373 | 140 | 477 | 347 | 337 | 184 | 333 | 460 | 373 | 3024 | 360 | 337 | 103 | 515 | 117 | 523 | 307 | 148 | 387 | 2797 | 5,821 |
White | 135 | 75.0 | 373 | 140 | 474 | 357 | 332 | 185 | 337 | 464 | 353 | 3015 | 349 | 334 | 104 | 520 | 109 | 523 | 315 | 153 | 378 | 2785 | 5,800 |
White/Bronze | 120 | 67.3 | 343 | 140 | 457 | 317 | 337 | 184 | 303 | 427 | 373 | 2881 | 343 | 337 | 103 | 467 | 117 | 477 | 307 | 137 | 387 | 2675 | 5,556 |
Bronze | 133 | 72.5 | 371 | 140 | 474 | 357 | 296 | 159 | 307 | 433 | 309 | 2846 | 340 | 305 | 89 | 471 | 89 | 477 | 291 | 137 | 356 | 2555 | 5,401 |
Bronze | 117 | 66.1 | 343 | 127 | 457 | 317 | 300 | 159 | 303 | 427 | 327 | 2760 | 343 | 303 | 83 | 467 | 100 | 477 | 287 | 137 | 363 | 2560 | 5,320 |
Combo | 129 | 70.7 | 354 | 129 | 419 | 335 | 296 | 111 | 307 | 391 | 309 | 2651 | 302 | 305 | 89 | 422 | 89 | 416 | 291 | 137 | 356 | 2407 | 5,058 |
Bronze/Green | 113 | 64.6 | 310 | 120 | 400 | 297 | 300 | 115 | 303 | 387 | 327 | 2559 | 303 | 303 | 83 | 420 | 100 | 443 | 287 | 137 | 363 | 2439 | 4,998 |
Green | 126 | 68.5 | 354 | 127 | 419 | 335 | 265 | 111 | 269 | 391 | 275 | 2546 | 302 | 253 | 67 | 422 | 78 | 416 | 268 | 87 | 323 | 2216 | 4,762 |
Green | 109 | 63.4 | 310 | 120 | 400 | 297 | 273 | 115 | 270 | 387 | 290 | 2462 | 303 | 256 | 61 | 420 | 83 | 443 | 260 | 87 | 327 | 2240 | 4,702 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,817 | 135 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,367 | 130 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Gold/White | 6,073 | 127 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,821 | 124 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,800 | 135 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
White/Bronze | 5,556 | 120 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,401 | 133 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,320 | 117 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Combo | 5,058 | 129 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
Bronze/Green | 4,998 | 113 | 64.6 | 25+ |
Green | 4,762 | 126 | 68.5 | 25+ |
Green | 4,702 | 109 | 63.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Monarch Dunes Golf Course
Monarch Dunes Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Monarch Dunes Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monarch Dunes Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is a public golf course located in Grover Beach, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Monarch Dunes Golf Course have?expand_more
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
From the Gold/White tees, Monarch Dunes Golf Course plays to 6,073 yards (par 71). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,702 to 6,817 yards.
What is the slope rating at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Monarch Dunes Golf Course have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Monarch Dunes Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Monarch Dunes Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Monarch Dunes Golf Course offer?expand_more
Monarch Dunes Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Monarch Dunes Golf Course located?expand_more
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is located in Grover Beach, CA.
What is the difficulty level at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 49% 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
Monarch Dunes Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,817 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,702 yards, slope 109) 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Monarch Dunes Golf Course should play the Green tees, which play 4,702 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Bronze tees (slope 133, rating 72.5) at Monarch Dunes Golf Course would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Monarch Dunes Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.