La Contenta Golf Club
La Contenta Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Valley Springs, California (95252). The course was designed by Richard Bigler and opened in 1973. From the Black tees, La Contenta Golf Club plays to 6,141 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 4,756 to 6,141 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 70.3 — comfortably above the 113 USGA neutral baseline, demanding accurate driving and patient course management. That ranks it harder than roughly 42% of rated golf courses in California. It operates as a semi-private club — members hold preferred tee times, with limited outside play available. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at La Contenta Golf Club.
About La Contenta Golf Club
La Contenta Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Valley Springs, California (95252). The course was designed by Richard Bigler and established in 1973. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,141 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 70.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 133, La Contenta Golf Club 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,756 to 6,141 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
6,141
Slope
133
Rating
70.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
133
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 648 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 | 133 | 70.3 | 382 | 167 | 471 | 201 | 292 | 311 | 456 | 195 | 392 | 2867 | 410 | 391 | 338 | 178 | 451 | 332 | 418 | 309 | 447 | 3274 | 6,141 |
Black/White Combo | 132 | 69.6 | 382 | 145 | 471 | 180 | 292 | 311 | 456 | 166 | 392 | 2795 | 410 | 370 | 338 | 156 | 451 | 332 | 405 | 298 | 447 | 3207 | 6,002 |
WHITE | 133 | 74.1 | 369 | 145 | 453 | 180 | 281 | 297 | 433 | 166 | 372 | 2696 | 398 | 370 | 313 | 156 | 435 | 321 | 405 | 298 | 440 | 3136 | 5,832 |
White | 130 | 69.0 | 369 | 145 | 453 | 180 | 281 | 297 | 433 | 166 | 372 | 2696 | 398 | 370 | 313 | 156 | 435 | 321 | 405 | 298 | 440 | 3136 | 5,832 |
GOLD | 126 | 70.9 | 338 | 114 | 418 | 149 | 262 | 257 | 422 | 107 | 330 | 2397 | 372 | 318 | 275 | 138 | 413 | 262 | 390 | 251 | 423 | 2842 | 5,239 |
Gold | 120 | 66.7 | 338 | 114 | 418 | 149 | 262 | 257 | 422 | 107 | 330 | 2397 | 372 | 318 | 275 | 138 | 413 | 262 | 390 | 251 | 423 | 2842 | 5,239 |
RED | 121 | 68.1 | 326 | 100 | 371 | 149 | 233 | 247 | 384 | 107 | 312 | 2229 | 326 | 310 | 265 | 102 | 307 | 262 | 315 | 241 | 399 | 2527 | 4,756 |
Red | 113 | 64.4 | 326 | 100 | 371 | 149 | 233 | 247 | 384 | 107 | 312 | 2229 | 326 | 310 | 265 | 102 | 307 | 262 | 315 | 241 | 399 | 2527 | 4,756 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
La Contenta Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,141 | 133 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Black/White Combo | 6,002 | 132 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,832 | 133 | 74.1 | 12-22 |
White | 5,832 | 130 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,239 | 126 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,239 | 120 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,756 | 121 | 68.1 | 25+ |
Red | 4,756 | 113 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at La Contenta Golf Club
La Contenta Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for La Contenta Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is La Contenta Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
La Contenta Golf Club is a semi private golf course located in Valley Springs, CA.
How many holes does La Contenta Golf Club have?expand_more
La Contenta Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1973. The course was designed by Richard Bigler.
What is the yardage at La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
From the Black/White Combo tees, La Contenta Golf Club plays to 6,002 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,756 to 6,141 yards.
What is the slope rating at La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at La Contenta Golf Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 70.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at La Contenta Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at La Contenta Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does La Contenta Golf Club offer?expand_more
La Contenta Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is La Contenta Golf Club located?expand_more
La Contenta Golf Club is located at 1653 Hwy 26 in Valley Springs, CA 95252. You can reach them at 209-772-1081.
What is the difficulty level at La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
La Contenta Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 133. It plays harder than 42% 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 La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
La Contenta Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,141 yards, slope 133) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,756 yards, slope 113) 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 La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at La Contenta Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,756 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 126, rating 70.9) at La Contenta Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 La Contenta Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at La Contenta Golf 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.