Morro Bay Golf Course
About Morro Bay Golf Course
Morro Bay Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Morro Bay, California (93442). It was established in 1923. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,361 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 71.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 130, Morro Bay 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 5,048 to 6,361 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
6,361
Slope
123
Rating
71.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
130
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 | 123 | 71.0 | 497 | 439 | 316 | 141 | 315 | 376 | 337 | 233 | 440 | 3094 | 192 | 334 | 373 | 438 | 465 | 347 | 508 | 231 | 379 | 3267 | 6,361 |
Black | 130 | 77.1 | 496 | 440 | 317 | 130 | 311 | 375 | 334 | 232 | 442 | 3077 | 192 | 333 | 373 | 439 | 468 | 347 | 512 | 239 | 380 | 3283 | 6,360 |
Blue | 126 | 75.2 | 486 | 432 | 302 | 118 | 304 | 356 | 322 | 217 | 436 | 2973 | 171 | 322 | 363 | 423 | 454 | 308 | 490 | 209 | 370 | 3110 | 6,083 |
Blue | 119 | 69.9 | 487 | 424 | 300 | 129 | 309 | 359 | 326 | 216 | 431 | 2981 | 173 | 323 | 363 | 421 | 452 | 306 | 488 | 206 | 365 | 3097 | 6,078 |
Blue/White Combo | 118 | 68.3 | 474 | 359 | 300 | 129 | 309 | 359 | 310 | 203 | 368 | 2811 | 173 | 323 | 352 | 401 | 452 | 306 | 444 | 206 | 305 | 2962 | 5,773 |
Blue/White | 123 | 73.6 | 475 | 360 | 302 | 118 | 304 | 356 | 312 | 203 | 369 | 2799 | 171 | 322 | 351 | 402 | 454 | 308 | 446 | 209 | 306 | 2969 | 5,768 |
White | 117 | 67.6 | 474 | 359 | 281 | 109 | 300 | 345 | 310 | 203 | 368 | 2749 | 162 | 310 | 352 | 401 | 434 | 284 | 444 | 196 | 305 | 2888 | 5,637 |
White | 121 | 72.9 | 475 | 360 | 278 | 101 | 298 | 342 | 312 | 203 | 369 | 2738 | 162 | 311 | 351 | 402 | 436 | 284 | 446 | 197 | 306 | 2895 | 5,633 |
White/Gold Combo | 111 | 66.2 | 420 | 359 | 281 | 109 | 237 | 345 | 264 | 155 | 368 | 2538 | 162 | 250 | 352 | 401 | 434 | 284 | 444 | 144 | 305 | 2776 | 5,314 |
White/Gold | 118 | 70.9 | 419 | 360 | 278 | 101 | 237 | 342 | 263 | 157 | 369 | 2526 | 162 | 250 | 351 | 402 | 436 | 284 | 446 | 145 | 306 | 2782 | 5,308 |
Gold | 115 | 69.4 | 419 | 360 | 261 | 101 | 237 | 291 | 263 | 157 | 369 | 2458 | 139 | 250 | 306 | 402 | 400 | 257 | 419 | 145 | 279 | 2597 | 5,055 |
Gold | 105 | 64.7 | 420 | 359 | 260 | 109 | 237 | 292 | 264 | 155 | 368 | 2464 | 139 | 250 | 305 | 401 | 397 | 255 | 416 | 144 | 277 | 2584 | 5,048 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 1 | 15 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Morro Bay Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,361 | 123 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,360 | 130 | 77.1 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,083 | 126 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,078 | 119 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Combo | 5,773 | 118 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,768 | 123 | 73.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,637 | 117 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
White | 5,633 | 121 | 72.9 | 20-30 |
White/Gold Combo | 5,314 | 111 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
White/Gold | 5,308 | 118 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,055 | 115 | 69.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,048 | 105 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Morro Bay Golf Course
Morro Bay Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Morro Bay 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 Morro Bay Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Morro Bay Golf Course is a public golf course located in Morro Bay, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Morro Bay Golf Course have?expand_more
Morro Bay Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1923.
What is the yardage at Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Morro Bay Golf Course plays to 5,773 yards (par 71). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,048 to 6,361 yards.
What is the slope rating at Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Morro Bay Golf Course have a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 71.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Morro Bay Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Morro Bay Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Morro Bay Golf Course offer?expand_more
Morro Bay Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Morro Bay Golf Course located?expand_more
Morro Bay Golf Course is located at 201 State Park Rd in Morro Bay, CA 93442. You can reach them at 805-772-4341.
What is the difficulty level at Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Morro Bay Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 130. It plays harder than 32% 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 Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Morro Bay Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,361 yards, slope 123) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,048 yards, slope 105) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Morro Bay Golf Course should play the Gold tees, which play 5,048 yards with a slope of 105. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 117, rating 67.6) at Morro Bay Golf Course would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Morro Bay Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Morro Bay 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.