Tilden Park Golf Course
Course at a glance
Tilden Park Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Berkeley, California (94708). The course was designed by William P. Bell and opened in 1937. From the BLUE tees, Tilden Park Golf Course plays to 6,260 yards at par 73. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,425 to 6,260 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 76.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 56% of rated golf courses in California. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with poa annua grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Tilden Park Golf Course.
About Tilden Park Golf Course
Tilden Park Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Berkeley, California (94708). The course was designed by William P. Bell and established in 1937. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,260 yards with a par of 73. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 76.4.
Walking is permitted.
Tilden Park Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, 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 6 tee sets ranging from 5,425 to 6,260 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
73
Length
6,260
Slope
137
Rating
76.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUEWomen's | 137 | 76.4 | 405 | 390 | 465 | 145 | 362 | 310 | 214 | 485 | 333 | 3109 | 394 | 233 | 344 | 509 | 349 | 326 | 210 | 392 | 394 | 3151 | 6,260 |
BlueMen's | 130 | 71.6 | 405 | 390 | 465 | 145 | 362 | 310 | 214 | 485 | 333 | 3109 | 394 | 233 | 344 | 509 | 349 | 326 | 210 | 392 | 394 | 3151 | 6,260 |
WhiteMen's | 124 | 69.5 | 402 | 376 | 381 | 139 | 324 | 297 | 188 | 473 | 312 | 2892 | 387 | 197 | 288 | 441 | 319 | 309 | 195 | 384 | 366 | 2886 | 5,778 |
WHITEWomen's | 132 | 73.8 | 402 | 376 | 381 | 139 | 324 | 297 | 188 | 473 | 312 | 2892 | 387 | 197 | 288 | 441 | 310 | 309 | 195 | 384 | 366 | 2877 | 5,769 |
Red | 120 | 67.8 | 399 | 368 | 361 | 128 | 312 | 272 | 173 | 460 | 292 | 2765 | 381 | 117 | 269 | 431 | 288 | 284 | 180 | 379 | 344 | 2673 | 5,438 |
RED | 124 | 71.6 | 401 | 376 | 364 | 133 | 315 | 270 | 180 | 460 | 294 | 2793 | 382 | 120 | 264 | 436 | 292 | 285 | 139 | 379 | 335 | 2632 | 5,425 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 73 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Tilden Park Golf Course offers 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,260 | 137 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,260 | 130 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
White | 5,778 | 124 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,769 | 132 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,438 | 120 | 67.8 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,425 | 124 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Tilden Park Golf Course
Tilden Park Golf Course features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Tilden Park Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tilden Park Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Tilden Park Golf Course is a public golf course located in Berkeley, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Tilden Park Golf Course have?expand_more
Tilden Park Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1937. The course was designed by William P. Bell.
What is the yardage at Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Tilden Park Golf Course plays to 5,778 yards (par 70). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,425 to 6,260 yards.
What is the slope rating at Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Tilden Park Golf Course have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 76.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Tilden Park Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.tildenparkgc.com or call 510-848-7373 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Tilden Park Golf Course offer?expand_more
Tilden Park Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Tilden Park Golf Course located?expand_more
Tilden Park Golf Course is located at Grizzley Peak & Shasta Rd in Berkeley, CA 94708. You can reach them at 510-848-7373.
What is the difficulty level at Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
Tilden Park Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 56% 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 Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
Tilden Park Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,260 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED tees (5,425 yards, slope 124) 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 Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Tilden Park Golf Course should play the RED tees, which play 5,425 yards with a slope of 124. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 132, rating 73.8) at Tilden Park Golf Course would have a course handicap of 20 and an expected score of approximately 91. This uses the 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 Tilden Park Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Tilden Park 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.