Santa Maria Country Club
About Santa Maria Country Club
Santa Maria Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Santa Maria, California (93455). It was established in 1940. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,483 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 77.8.
Walking is permitted.
Santa Maria Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, putting it in the upper half of courses in California for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,219 to 6,483 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
72
Length
6,483
Slope
138
Rating
77.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 138 | 77.8 | 492 | 357 | 195 | 383 | 422 | 367 | 215 | 534 | 467 | 3432 | 417 | 499 | 336 | 116 | 373 | 372 | 182 | 354 | 402 | 3051 | 6,483 |
Blue | 127 | 71.3 | 492 | 357 | 195 | 383 | 422 | 367 | 215 | 534 | 467 | 3432 | 417 | 499 | 336 | 116 | 373 | 372 | 182 | 354 | 402 | 3051 | 6,483 |
The Pinta | 124 | 70.3 | 492 | 357 | 180 | 383 | 403 | 367 | 169 | 534 | 467 | 3352 | 401 | 499 | 336 | 116 | 373 | 300 | 153 | 354 | 386 | 2918 | 6,270 |
White | 134 | 76.4 | 478 | 339 | 180 | 367 | 403 | 338 | 195 | 526 | 460 | 3286 | 410 | 477 | 330 | 110 | 356 | 356 | 171 | 346 | 386 | 2942 | 6,228 |
White | 123 | 70.1 | 478 | 339 | 180 | 367 | 403 | 338 | 195 | 526 | 460 | 3286 | 410 | 477 | 330 | 110 | 356 | 356 | 171 | 346 | 386 | 2942 | 6,228 |
Red | 128 | 74.0 | 462 | 314 | 170 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 451 | 2988 | 401 | 461 | 326 | 98 | 335 | 345 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2829 | 5,817 |
Red | 118 | 68.1 | 462 | 314 | 170 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 451 | 2988 | 401 | 461 | 326 | 98 | 335 | 345 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2829 | 5,817 |
The Nina | 127 | 73.4 | 449 | 314 | 145 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 467 | 2966 | 401 | 414 | 326 | 116 | 335 | 300 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2755 | 5,721 |
The Nina | 117 | 67.6 | 449 | 314 | 145 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 467 | 2966 | 401 | 414 | 326 | 116 | 335 | 300 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2755 | 5,721 |
Isabella | 124 | 72.0 | 449 | 314 | 170 | 322 | 304 | 280 | 141 | 454 | 416 | 2850 | 302 | 414 | 326 | 98 | 335 | 300 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2638 | 5,488 |
Gold | 121 | 70.4 | 449 | 289 | 145 | 322 | 304 | 253 | 141 | 423 | 416 | 2742 | 302 | 414 | 271 | 95 | 324 | 300 | 129 | 305 | 337 | 2477 | 5,219 |
Gold | 110 | 65.2 | 449 | 289 | 145 | 322 | 304 | 253 | 141 | 423 | 416 | 2742 | 302 | 414 | 271 | 95 | 324 | 300 | 129 | 305 | 337 | 2477 | 5,219 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Santa Maria Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,483 | 138 | 77.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,483 | 127 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
The Pinta | 6,270 | 124 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,228 | 134 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,228 | 123 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
Red | 5,817 | 128 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,817 | 118 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
The Nina | 5,721 | 127 | 73.4 | 12-22 |
The Nina | 5,721 | 117 | 67.6 | 12-22 |
Isabella | 5,488 | 124 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,219 | 121 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,219 | 110 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Santa Maria Country Club
Santa Maria Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Santa Maria Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Santa Maria Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Santa Maria Country Club is a public golf course located in Santa Maria, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Santa Maria Country Club have?expand_more
Santa Maria Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1940.
What is the yardage at Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Santa Maria Country Club plays to 6,228 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,219 to 6,483 yards.
What is the slope rating at Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Santa Maria Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 77.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Santa Maria Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Santa Maria Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Santa Maria Country Club offer?expand_more
Santa Maria Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Santa Maria Country Club located?expand_more
Santa Maria Country Club is located at 505 W Waller Ln in Santa Maria, CA 93455. You can reach them at 805-937-2027.
What is the difficulty level at Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
Santa Maria Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 63% 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 Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
Santa Maria Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Blue tees (6,483 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,219 yards, slope 110) 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 Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Santa Maria Country Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,219 yards with a slope of 110. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 118, rating 68.1) at Santa Maria Country Club would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 84. 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 Santa Maria Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Santa Maria Country Club 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.