Almaden Golf and Country Club
About Almaden Golf and Country Club
Almaden Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in San Jose, California (95120). The course was designed by Jack Fleming and established in 1969. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,852 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
Almaden Golf and Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, 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 13 tee sets ranging from 5,040 to 6,852 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
6,852
Slope
131
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 | 131 | 73.7 | 521 | 356 | 357 | 419 | 433 | 148 | 507 | 201 | 413 | 3355 | 527 | 421 | 419 | 203 | 367 | 177 | 440 | 410 | 533 | 3497 | 6,852 |
Black/Blue Combo | 128 | 73.0 | 490 | 356 | 357 | 410 | 433 | 148 | 507 | 182 | 413 | 3296 | 527 | 407 | 419 | 203 | 322 | 155 | 411 | 410 | 510 | 3364 | 6,660 |
Blue | 136 | 77.6 | 494 | 339 | 353 | 413 | 391 | 139 | 497 | 185 | 396 | 3207 | 510 | 408 | 395 | 183 | 352 | 158 | 412 | 384 | 512 | 3314 | 6,521 |
Blue | 127 | 72.2 | 490 | 336 | 352 | 410 | 388 | 136 | 494 | 182 | 397 | 3185 | 514 | 407 | 392 | 181 | 348 | 155 | 411 | 383 | 510 | 3301 | 6,486 |
Blue/White Combo | 124 | 71.3 | 490 | 336 | 352 | 396 | 370 | 136 | 494 | 157 | 377 | 3108 | 504 | 389 | 372 | 152 | 312 | 139 | 402 | 383 | 510 | 3163 | 6,271 |
White | 133 | 76.0 | 477 | 324 | 342 | 398 | 373 | 125 | 482 | 161 | 377 | 3059 | 508 | 391 | 375 | 156 | 331 | 145 | 403 | 375 | 499 | 3183 | 6,242 |
White | 123 | 70.8 | 471 | 322 | 342 | 396 | 370 | 121 | 477 | 157 | 377 | 3033 | 504 | 389 | 372 | 152 | 322 | 139 | 402 | 373 | 496 | 3149 | 6,182 |
White/Gold Combo | 122 | 70.2 | 471 | 322 | 342 | 375 | 370 | 121 | 429 | 141 | 377 | 2948 | 504 | 371 | 372 | 152 | 312 | 132 | 402 | 373 | 468 | 3086 | 6,034 |
Gold | 128 | 73.5 | 465 | 309 | 342 | 374 | 332 | 115 | 429 | 141 | 354 | 2861 | 409 | 371 | 305 | 143 | 316 | 134 | 384 | 323 | 468 | 2853 | 5,714 |
Gold | 120 | 68.3 | 463 | 310 | 342 | 375 | 333 | 114 | 429 | 141 | 354 | 2861 | 409 | 371 | 306 | 145 | 312 | 132 | 385 | 324 | 468 | 2852 | 5,713 |
Red | 124 | 71.8 | 417 | 303 | 335 | 368 | 327 | 99 | 470 | 118 | 300 | 2737 | 450 | 316 | 301 | 129 | 305 | 127 | 378 | 317 | 436 | 2759 | 5,496 |
Red | 119 | 67.2 | 417 | 303 | 335 | 368 | 327 | 99 | 470 | 118 | 300 | 2737 | 450 | 316 | 301 | 129 | 305 | 127 | 378 | 317 | 436 | 2759 | 5,496 |
Temp Red/Green Combo | 118 | 69.0 | 417 | 243 | 255 | 301 | 330 | 97 | 429 | 90 | 300 | 2462 | 408 | 316 | 304 | 131 | 309 | 129 | 261 | 280 | 440 | 2578 | 5,040 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 8 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Almaden Golf and Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,852 | 131 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue Combo | 6,660 | 128 | 73.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,521 | 136 | 77.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,486 | 127 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Combo | 6,271 | 124 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,242 | 133 | 76.0 | 5-15 |
White | 6,182 | 123 | 70.8 | 12-22 |
White/Gold Combo | 6,034 | 122 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,714 | 128 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,713 | 120 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,496 | 124 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,496 | 119 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
Temp Red/Green Combo | 5,040 | 118 | 69.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Almaden Golf and Country Club
Almaden Golf and Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Almaden Golf and Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Almaden Golf and Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Almaden Golf and Country Club is a public golf course located in San Jose, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Almaden Golf and Country Club have?expand_more
Almaden Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1969. The course was designed by Jack Fleming.
What is the yardage at Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Almaden Golf and Country Club plays to 6,271 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 5,040 to 6,852 yards.
What is the slope rating at Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Almaden Golf and Country Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Almaden Golf and Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Almaden Golf and Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.almadengcc.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Almaden Golf and Country Club offer?expand_more
Almaden Golf and Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Almaden Golf and Country Club located?expand_more
Almaden Golf and Country Club is located at 6663 Hampton Drive in San Jose, CA 95120. You can reach them at +1-408-268-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Almaden Golf and Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 54% 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 Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Almaden Golf and Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Black tees (6,852 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Temp Red/Green Combo tees (5,040 yards, slope 118) 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 Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Almaden Golf and Country Club should play the Temp Red/Green Combo tees, which play 5,040 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 123, rating 70.8) at Almaden Golf and Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Almaden Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Almaden Golf and 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.