Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course
About Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Pleasanton, California (94566). The course was designed by William P. Bell and established in 1923. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,756 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course 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 5,206 to 6,756 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
6,756
Slope
132
Rating
73.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 132 | 73.0 | 429 | 518 | 296 | 167 | 360 | 205 | 409 | 344 | 542 | 3270 | 561 | 210 | 380 | 447 | 125 | 443 | 544 | 350 | 426 | 3486 | 6,756 |
Black/Blue Combo | 131 | 72.3 | 414 | 518 | 296 | 167 | 360 | 185 | 381 | 344 | 542 | 3207 | 534 | 185 | 380 | 416 | 125 | 417 | 544 | 350 | 426 | 3377 | 6,584 |
Blue | 138 | 77.5 | 414 | 499 | 287 | 154 | 343 | 185 | 381 | 327 | 525 | 3115 | 534 | 185 | 354 | 416 | 102 | 417 | 514 | 341 | 352 | 3215 | 6,330 |
Blue | 129 | 71.2 | 414 | 499 | 287 | 154 | 343 | 185 | 381 | 327 | 525 | 3115 | 534 | 185 | 354 | 416 | 102 | 417 | 514 | 341 | 352 | 3215 | 6,330 |
Blue/White Combo | 135 | 76.1 | 404 | 499 | 277 | 154 | 343 | 158 | 372 | 327 | 525 | 3059 | 460 | 146 | 354 | 398 | 102 | 384 | 514 | 341 | 320 | 3019 | 6,078 |
Blue/White Combo | 126 | 70.1 | 404 | 499 | 277 | 154 | 343 | 158 | 372 | 327 | 525 | 3059 | 460 | 146 | 354 | 398 | 102 | 384 | 514 | 341 | 320 | 3019 | 6,078 |
White | 132 | 75.2 | 404 | 486 | 277 | 144 | 318 | 158 | 372 | 310 | 503 | 2972 | 460 | 146 | 316 | 398 | 87 | 384 | 467 | 332 | 320 | 2910 | 5,882 |
White | 124 | 69.2 | 404 | 486 | 277 | 144 | 318 | 158 | 372 | 310 | 503 | 2972 | 460 | 146 | 316 | 398 | 87 | 384 | 467 | 332 | 320 | 2910 | 5,882 |
White/Green Combo | 127 | 72.9 | 404 | 414 | 260 | 144 | 295 | 109 | 372 | 310 | 426 | 2734 | 460 | 126 | 316 | 398 | 87 | 319 | 401 | 286 | 320 | 2713 | 5,447 |
White/Green Combo | 119 | 66.9 | 404 | 414 | 260 | 144 | 295 | 109 | 372 | 310 | 426 | 2734 | 460 | 126 | 316 | 398 | 87 | 319 | 401 | 286 | 320 | 2713 | 5,447 |
Green | 123 | 71.3 | 330 | 414 | 260 | 144 | 295 | 109 | 323 | 310 | 426 | 2611 | 460 | 126 | 316 | 323 | 70 | 319 | 401 | 286 | 294 | 2595 | 5,206 |
Green | 116 | 65.7 | 330 | 414 | 260 | 144 | 295 | 109 | 323 | 310 | 426 | 2611 | 460 | 126 | 316 | 323 | 70 | 319 | 401 | 286 | 294 | 2595 | 5,206 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 2 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,756 | 132 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue Combo | 6,584 | 131 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,330 | 138 | 77.5 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,330 | 129 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Combo | 6,078 | 135 | 76.1 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Combo | 6,078 | 126 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
White | 5,882 | 132 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,882 | 124 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
White/Green Combo | 5,447 | 127 | 72.9 | 20-30 |
White/Green Combo | 5,447 | 119 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,206 | 123 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,206 | 116 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course. 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 Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course is a public golf course located in Pleasanton, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course have?expand_more
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1923. The course was designed by William P. Bell.
What is the yardage at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course plays to 6,078 yards (par 74). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,206 to 6,756 yards.
What is the slope rating at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.castlewoodcc.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course offer?expand_more
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course located?expand_more
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course is located at 707 Country Club Cir in Pleasanton, CA 94566. You can reach them at +1-925-485-2250.
What is the difficulty level at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course 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 Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,756 yards, slope 132) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,206 yards, slope 116) 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 Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
Beginners at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course should play the Green tees, which play 5,206 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 132, rating 75.2) at Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course would have a course handicap of 19 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 Castlewood Country Club - Valley Course?expand_more
A typical round at Castlewood Country Club - Valley 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.