Marin Country Club
Course at a glance
Marin Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Novato, California (94949). The course was designed by Lawrence Hughes and opened in 1954. From the Black tees, Marin Country Club plays to 6,485 yards at par 72. The course offers 19 sets of tees ranging from 3,086 to 6,485 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 71.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 47% 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 bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Marin Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
BlueWomen's | 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 |
BlueMen's | 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 ComboMen's | 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 ComboWomen's | 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 |
WhiteWomen's | 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 |
WhiteMen's | 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 ComboWomen's | 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 ComboMen's | 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 |
GreenWomen's | 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 |
GreenMen's | 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 ComboWomen's | 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 ComboMen's | 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 GoldWomen's | 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 GoldMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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 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 Marin Country Club. 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 Marin Country Club a public or private golf course?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Yes, walking is allowed at Marin Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Marin Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.marincountryclub.com/ or call 415-382-6700 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Marin Country Club offer?
Marin Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Marin Country Club located?
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?
Marin Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 47% 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?
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?
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 is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Marin Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White/Green Combo tees (slope 123, rating 72.3) at Marin Country Club has a course handicap of 17, 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 Marin Country Club?
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.