Friendly Hills Country Club
Course at a glance
Friendly Hills Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Whittier, California (90605). The course was designed by Jimmy Hines and opened in 1968. From the Black tees, Friendly Hills Country Club plays to 6,406 yards at par 71. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,969 to 6,406 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 78.9, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 83% of rated golf courses in California. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Friendly Hills Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Friendly Hills Country Club
Friendly Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Whittier, California (90605). The course was designed by Jimmy Hines and established in 1968. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,406 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 78.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Friendly Hills Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 83% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,969 to 6,406 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
6,406
Slope
143
Rating
78.9
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
143
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 143 | 78.9 | 566 | 190 | 353 | 461 | 319 | 434 | 384 | 171 | 371 | 3249 | 337 | 388 | 351 | 200 | 392 | 490 | 221 | 377 | 401 | 3157 | 6,406 |
BlackMen's | 132 | 71.6 | 566 | 190 | 353 | 461 | 319 | 434 | 384 | 171 | 371 | 3249 | 337 | 388 | 351 | 200 | 392 | 490 | 221 | 377 | 401 | 3157 | 6,406 |
UnicornWomen's | 140 | 78.0 | 541 | 183 | 341 | 446 | 319 | 434 | 370 | 171 | 371 | 3176 | 337 | 366 | 351 | 179 | 374 | 490 | 208 | 377 | 401 | 3083 | 6,259 |
UnicornMen's | 130 | 70.8 | 541 | 183 | 341 | 446 | 319 | 434 | 370 | 171 | 371 | 3176 | 337 | 366 | 351 | 179 | 374 | 490 | 208 | 377 | 401 | 3083 | 6,259 |
GoldWomen's | 138 | 77.0 | 541 | 183 | 341 | 446 | 300 | 412 | 370 | 146 | 358 | 3097 | 330 | 366 | 336 | 179 | 374 | 476 | 208 | 363 | 371 | 3003 | 6,100 |
GoldMen's | 128 | 70.1 | 541 | 183 | 341 | 446 | 300 | 412 | 370 | 146 | 358 | 3097 | 330 | 366 | 336 | 179 | 374 | 476 | 208 | 363 | 371 | 3003 | 6,100 |
SilverWomen's | 132 | 74.0 | 398 | 175 | 327 | 422 | 286 | 385 | 353 | 123 | 350 | 2819 | 322 | 331 | 322 | 171 | 356 | 456 | 155 | 349 | 348 | 2810 | 5,629 |
SilverMen's | 122 | 68.0 | 398 | 175 | 327 | 422 | 286 | 385 | 353 | 123 | 350 | 2819 | 322 | 331 | 322 | 171 | 356 | 456 | 155 | 349 | 348 | 2810 | 5,629 |
BronzeWomen's | 122 | 70.1 | 398 | 142 | 292 | 385 | 286 | 335 | 288 | 123 | 296 | 2545 | 322 | 286 | 278 | 142 | 271 | 364 | 155 | 302 | 304 | 2424 | 4,969 |
BronzeMen's | 113 | 64.6 | 398 | 142 | 292 | 385 | 286 | 335 | 288 | 123 | 296 | 2545 | 322 | 286 | 278 | 142 | 271 | 364 | 155 | 302 | 304 | 2424 | 4,969 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Friendly Hills Country Club offers 10 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 | 6,406 | 143 | 78.9 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,406 | 132 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Unicorn | 6,259 | 140 | 78.0 | 5-15 |
Unicorn | 6,259 | 130 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,100 | 138 | 77.0 | 12-22 |
Gold | 6,100 | 128 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,629 | 132 | 74.0 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,629 | 122 | 68.0 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 4,969 | 122 | 70.1 | 25+ |
Bronze | 4,969 | 113 | 64.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Friendly Hills Country Club
Friendly Hills Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Friendly Hills Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Friendly Hills Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Friendly Hills Country Club is a private golf course located in Whittier, CA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Friendly Hills Country Club have?expand_more
Friendly Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1968. The course was designed by Jimmy Hines.
What is the yardage at Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
From the Black tees, Friendly Hills Country Club plays to 6,406 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,969 to 6,406 yards.
What is the slope rating at Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Friendly Hills Country Club have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 78.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Friendly Hills Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.friendlyhillscc.com/Home or call 562-698-0331 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Friendly Hills Country Club offer?expand_more
Friendly Hills Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Friendly Hills Country Club located?expand_more
Friendly Hills Country Club is located at 8500 S. Villaverde Dr in Whittier, CA 90605. You can reach them at 562-698-0331.
What is the difficulty level at Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
Friendly Hills Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 83% 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 Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
Friendly Hills Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,406 yards, slope 143) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Bronze tees (4,969 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 Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Friendly Hills Country Club should play the Bronze tees, which play 4,969 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 Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 128, rating 70.1) at Friendly Hills Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Friendly Hills Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Friendly Hills Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.