Bishop Golf Club
Course at a glance
Bishop Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lone Pine, California (93514). The course was designed by Joe Williams and opened in 1963. From the Black tees, Bishop Golf Club plays to 6,594 yards at par 71. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 3,050 to 6,594 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 76.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 61% of rated golf courses in California. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Bishop Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Bishop Golf Club
Bishop Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lone Pine, California (93514). The course was designed by Joe Williams and established in 1963. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,594 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 76.9.
Walking is permitted.
Bishop Golf 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 3,050 to 6,594 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
71
Length
6,594
Slope
138
Rating
76.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 641 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 138 | 76.9 | 382 | 523 | 383 | 197 | 498 | 423 | 418 | 201 | 409 | 3434 | 557 | 397 | 397 | 204 | 316 | 193 | 522 | 157 | 417 | 3160 | 6,594 |
BlackMen's | 127 | 70.8 | 382 | 523 | 383 | 197 | 498 | 423 | 418 | 201 | 409 | 3434 | 557 | 397 | 397 | 204 | 316 | 193 | 522 | 157 | 417 | 3160 | 6,594 |
BlueWomen's | 131 | 74.6 | 373 | 474 | 358 | 185 | 482 | 410 | 388 | 179 | 384 | 3233 | 522 | 363 | 361 | 182 | 288 | 175 | 503 | 125 | 394 | 2913 | 6,146 |
BlueMen's | 123 | 68.9 | 373 | 474 | 358 | 185 | 482 | 410 | 388 | 179 | 384 | 3233 | 522 | 363 | 361 | 182 | 288 | 175 | 503 | 125 | 394 | 2913 | 6,146 |
WhiteWomen's | 124 | 71.5 | 359 | 428 | 311 | 167 | 430 | 366 | 334 | 170 | 327 | 2892 | 475 | 334 | 352 | 168 | 265 | 152 | 446 | 110 | 365 | 2667 | 5,559 |
WhiteMen's | 116 | 66.3 | 359 | 428 | 311 | 167 | 430 | 366 | 334 | 170 | 327 | 2892 | 475 | 334 | 352 | 168 | 265 | 152 | 446 | 110 | 365 | 2667 | 5,559 |
GoldWomen's | 122 | 68.4 | 350 | 420 | 284 | 155 | 373 | 326 | 330 | 164 | 322 | 2724 | 432 | 286 | 307 | 159 | 256 | 113 | 431 | 89 | 297 | 2370 | 5,094 |
GoldMen's | 111 | 63.7 | 350 | 420 | 284 | 155 | 373 | 326 | 330 | 164 | 322 | 2724 | 432 | 286 | 307 | 159 | 256 | 113 | 431 | 89 | 297 | 2370 | 5,094 |
OrangeWomen's | 101 | 61.4 | 192 | 302 | 191 | 74 | 366 | 255 | 258 | 86 | 222 | 1946 | 327 | 238 | 236 | 105 | 213 | 92 | 351 | 88 | 265 | 1915 | 3,861 |
OrangeMen's | 93 | 60.0 | 192 | 302 | 191 | 74 | 366 | 255 | 258 | 86 | 222 | 1946 | 327 | 238 | 236 | 105 | 213 | 92 | 351 | 88 | 265 | 1915 | 3,861 |
GreenWomen's | 91 | 57.9 | 157 | 231 | 164 | 66 | 277 | 191 | 194 | 66 | 172 | 1518 | 258 | 183 | 195 | 88 | 181 | 74 | 291 | 75 | 187 | 1532 | 3,050 |
GreenMen's | 91 | 57.1 | 157 | 231 | 164 | 66 | 277 | 191 | 194 | 66 | 172 | 1518 | 258 | 183 | 195 | 88 | 181 | 74 | 291 | 75 | 187 | 1532 | 3,050 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bishop Golf Club offers 12 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 | 6,594 | 138 | 76.9 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,594 | 127 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,146 | 131 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,146 | 123 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
White | 5,559 | 124 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
White | 5,559 | 116 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,094 | 122 | 68.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,094 | 111 | 63.7 | 20-30 |
Orange | 3,861 | 101 | 61.4 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,861 | 93 | 60.0 | 25+ |
Green | 3,050 | 91 | 57.9 | 25+ |
Green | 3,050 | 91 | 57.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Bishop Golf Club
Bishop Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Bishop Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bishop Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Bishop Golf Club is a public golf course located in Lone Pine, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bishop Golf Club have?
Bishop Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1963. The course was designed by Joe Williams.
What is the yardage at Bishop Golf Club?
From the White tees, Bishop Golf Club plays to 5,559 yards (par 71). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,050 to 6,594 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bishop Golf Club?
The Black tees at Bishop Golf Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 76.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bishop Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Bishop Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bishop Golf Club?
Contact the course directly or call 760-873-5828 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bishop Golf Club offer?
Bishop Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bishop Golf Club located?
Bishop Golf Club is located at 200 S Hwy 395 in Lone Pine, CA 93514. You can reach them at 760-873-5828.
What is the difficulty level at Bishop Golf Club?
Bishop Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 61% 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 Bishop Golf Club?
Bishop Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,594 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (3,050 yards, slope 91) 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 Bishop Golf Club?
Beginners at Bishop Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 3,050 yards with a slope of 91. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Bishop Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 122, rating 68.4) at Bishop Golf Club has a course handicap of 14, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Bishop Golf Club?
A typical round at Bishop 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.