Marin Country Club
About Marin Country Club
Marin Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Novato, California (94949). The course was designed by Lawrence Hughes and established in 1954. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,485 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Marin Country 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 19 tee sets ranging from 3,086 to 6,485 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
6,485
Slope
134
Rating
71.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 | 134 | 71.9 | 367 | 392 | 380 | 317 | 351 | 151 | 469 | 358 | 380 | 3165 | 478 | 175 | 385 | 350 | 401 | 393 | 210 | 412 | 516 | 3320 | 6,485 |
Black/Blue Combo | 133 | 70.9 | 350 | 377 | 380 | 317 | 341 | 151 | 459 | 358 | 380 | 3113 | 478 | 175 | 382 | 350 | 401 | 344 | 168 | 383 | 499 | 3180 | 6,293 |
Blue | 135 | 76.4 | 350 | 377 | 370 | 306 | 341 | 135 | 459 | 344 | 365 | 3047 | 464 | 152 | 382 | 338 | 390 | 344 | 168 | 383 | 499 | 3120 | 6,167 |
Blue | 132 | 70.3 | 350 | 377 | 370 | 306 | 341 | 135 | 459 | 344 | 365 | 3047 | 464 | 152 | 382 | 338 | 390 | 344 | 168 | 383 | 499 | 3120 | 6,167 |
Challenge | 128 | 70.0 | 350 | 392 | 370 | 294 | 351 | 151 | 438 | 260 | 365 | 2971 | 365 | 175 | 382 | 350 | 390 | 393 | 210 | 321 | 499 | 3085 | 6,056 |
Blue/White Combo | 126 | 69.5 | 325 | 377 | 360 | 306 | 341 | 135 | 459 | 344 | 365 | 3012 | 464 | 152 | 368 | 338 | 295 | 344 | 152 | 321 | 499 | 2933 | 5,945 |
Blue/White Combo | 132 | 74.7 | 325 | 377 | 370 | 306 | 298 | 135 | 438 | 344 | 365 | 2958 | 450 | 152 | 368 | 338 | 295 | 344 | 152 | 321 | 477 | 2897 | 5,855 |
White | 130 | 74.1 | 325 | 356 | 360 | 294 | 298 | 118 | 438 | 329 | 357 | 2875 | 450 | 137 | 368 | 333 | 295 | 331 | 152 | 321 | 477 | 2864 | 5,739 |
White | 125 | 68.6 | 325 | 356 | 360 | 294 | 298 | 118 | 438 | 329 | 357 | 2875 | 450 | 137 | 368 | 333 | 295 | 331 | 152 | 321 | 477 | 2864 | 5,739 |
White/Green Combo | 123 | 72.3 | 325 | 356 | 360 | 294 | 284 | 118 | 381 | 260 | 357 | 2735 | 450 | 84 | 368 | 333 | 295 | 331 | 108 | 321 | 435 | 2725 | 5,460 |
White/Green Combo | 119 | 67.2 | 267 | 322 | 360 | 294 | 298 | 118 | 438 | 260 | 286 | 2643 | 450 | 137 | 328 | 307 | 295 | 325 | 152 | 321 | 499 | 2814 | 5,457 |
Green | 118 | 69.8 | 267 | 322 | 271 | 280 | 284 | 97 | 381 | 260 | 286 | 2448 | 365 | 84 | 328 | 307 | 292 | 325 | 108 | 297 | 435 | 2541 | 4,989 |
Green | 114 | 64.6 | 267 | 322 | 271 | 280 | 284 | 97 | 381 | 260 | 286 | 2448 | 365 | 84 | 328 | 307 | 292 | 325 | 108 | 297 | 435 | 2541 | 4,989 |
Green/Gold Combo | 110 | 65.8 | 267 | 264 | 221 | 280 | 170 | 99 | 301 | 260 | 253 | 2115 | 365 | 84 | 267 | 251 | 291 | 283 | 108 | 297 | 324 | 2270 | 4,385 |
Green/Gold Combo | 107 | 62.3 | 267 | 264 | 221 | 280 | 170 | 99 | 301 | 260 | 253 | 2115 | 365 | 84 | 267 | 251 | 291 | 283 | 108 | 297 | 324 | 2270 | 4,385 |
Family Gold | 106 | 64.1 | 207 | 264 | 221 | 212 | 170 | 99 | 301 | 207 | 253 | 1934 | 318 | 87 | 267 | 251 | 291 | 283 | 92 | 249 | 324 | 2162 | 4,096 |
Family Gold | 100 | 61.1 | 207 | 264 | 221 | 212 | 170 | 99 | 301 | 207 | 253 | 1934 | 318 | 87 | 267 | 251 | 291 | 283 | 92 | 249 | 324 | 2162 | 4,096 |
Family Blue | 86 | 58.1 | 145 | 193 | 156 | 140 | 159 | 55 | 264 | 156 | 190 | 1458 | 308 | 81 | 187 | 183 | 198 | 175 | 90 | 164 | 242 | 1628 | 3,086 |
Family - Blue | 93 | 56.1 | 145 | 193 | 156 | 140 | 159 | 55 | 264 | 156 | 190 | 1458 | 308 | 81 | 187 | 183 | 198 | 175 | 90 | 164 | 242 | 1628 | 3,086 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Marin Country Club offers 19 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,485 | 134 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Black/Blue Combo | 6,293 | 133 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,167 | 135 | 76.4 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,167 | 132 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Challenge | 6,056 | 128 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Combo | 5,945 | 126 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Combo | 5,855 | 132 | 74.7 | 12-22 |
White | 5,739 | 130 | 74.1 | 12-22 |
White | 5,739 | 125 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
White/Green Combo | 5,460 | 123 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
White/Green Combo | 5,457 | 119 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,989 | 118 | 69.8 | 25+ |
Green | 4,989 | 114 | 64.6 | 25+ |
Green/Gold Combo | 4,385 | 110 | 65.8 | 25+ |
Green/Gold Combo | 4,385 | 107 | 62.3 | 25+ |
Family Gold | 4,096 | 106 | 64.1 | 25+ |
Family Gold | 4,096 | 100 | 61.1 | 25+ |
Family Blue | 3,086 | 86 | 58.1 | 25+ |
Family - Blue | 3,086 | 93 | 56.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Marin Country Club
Marin Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Marin Country Club. 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 Marin Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Marin Country Club is a public golf course located in Novato, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Marin Country Club have?expand_more
Marin Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1954. The course was designed by Lawrence Hughes.
What is the yardage at Marin Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Marin Country Club plays to 5,945 yards (par 72). The course offers 19 tee sets ranging from 3,086 to 6,485 yards.
What is the slope rating at Marin Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Marin Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Marin Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Marin Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Marin Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Marin Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.marincountryclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Marin Country Club offer?expand_more
Marin Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Marin Country Club located?expand_more
Marin Country Club is located at 500 Country Club Dr in Novato, CA 94949. You can reach them at 415-382-6700.
What is the difficulty level at Marin Country Club?expand_more
Marin Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 49% 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 Marin Country Club?expand_more
Marin Country Club offers 19 tee sets. Black tees (6,485 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Family - Blue tees (3,086 yards, slope 93) 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 Marin Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Marin Country Club should play the Family - Blue tees, which play 3,086 yards with a slope of 93. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Marin Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Green Combo tees (slope 123, rating 72.3) at Marin Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. 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 Marin Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Marin Country 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.