Pelican Hill Golf Club
Course at a glance
Pelican Hill Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Newport Beach, California. From the Black tees, Pelican Hill Golf Club plays to 6,924 yards at par 71. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,923 to 6,924 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 95% 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. Tee times at Pelican Hill Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Pelican Hill Golf Club
Pelican Hill Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Newport Beach, California.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,924 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, Pelican Hill Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 95% 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,923 to 6,924 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
6,924
Slope
137
Rating
73.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
147
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 137 | 73.5 | 542 | 196 | 408 | 434 | 438 | 167 | 450 | 538 | 425 | 3598 | 418 | 366 | 201 | 343 | 410 | 445 | 157 | 558 | 428 | 3326 | 6,924 |
BlueWomen's | 147 | 78.6 | 517 | 176 | 380 | 393 | 416 | 143 | 425 | 523 | 404 | 3377 | 401 | 344 | 184 | 316 | 377 | 414 | 152 | 538 | 407 | 3133 | 6,510 |
BlueMen's | 132 | 71.6 | 517 | 176 | 380 | 393 | 416 | 143 | 425 | 523 | 404 | 3377 | 401 | 344 | 184 | 316 | 377 | 414 | 152 | 538 | 407 | 3133 | 6,510 |
WhiteWomen's | 142 | 76.6 | 494 | 150 | 363 | 388 | 399 | 130 | 417 | 496 | 385 | 3222 | 361 | 324 | 170 | 307 | 354 | 400 | 132 | 520 | 392 | 2960 | 6,182 |
WhiteMen's | 128 | 70.1 | 494 | 150 | 363 | 388 | 399 | 130 | 417 | 496 | 385 | 3222 | 361 | 324 | 170 | 307 | 354 | 400 | 132 | 520 | 392 | 2960 | 6,182 |
Red | 136 | 74.0 | 431 | 110 | 349 | 375 | 380 | 118 | 394 | 489 | 364 | 3010 | 334 | 281 | 151 | 269 | 330 | 387 | 113 | 480 | 374 | 2719 | 5,729 |
Red | 122 | 68.1 | 431 | 110 | 349 | 375 | 380 | 118 | 394 | 489 | 364 | 3010 | 334 | 281 | 151 | 269 | 330 | 387 | 113 | 480 | 374 | 2719 | 5,729 |
YellowWomen's | 124 | 69.3 | 406 | 96 | 273 | 294 | 316 | 111 | 351 | 378 | 318 | 2543 | 311 | 244 | 140 | 253 | 287 | 325 | 102 | 388 | 330 | 2380 | 4,923 |
YellowMen's | 111 | 64.1 | 406 | 96 | 273 | 294 | 316 | 111 | 351 | 378 | 318 | 2543 | 311 | 244 | 140 | 253 | 287 | 325 | 102 | 388 | 330 | 2380 | 4,923 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Pelican Hill Golf Club offers 9 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 | 6,924 | 137 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,510 | 147 | 78.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,510 | 132 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,182 | 142 | 76.6 | 12-22 |
White | 6,182 | 128 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,729 | 136 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,729 | 122 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 4,923 | 124 | 69.3 | 25+ |
Yellow | 4,923 | 111 | 64.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Pelican Hill Golf Club
Pelican Hill Golf 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 Pelican Hill Golf 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 Pelican Hill Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Pelican Hill Golf Club is a public golf course located in Newport Beach, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Pelican Hill Golf Club have?
Pelican Hill Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Pelican Hill Golf Club?
From the White tees, Pelican Hill Golf Club plays to 6,182 yards (par 71). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,923 to 6,924 yards.
What is the slope rating at Pelican Hill Golf Club?
The Black tees at Pelican Hill Golf Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Pelican Hill Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Pelican Hill Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Pelican Hill Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.pelicanhill.com/ or call +1-855-315-8214 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Pelican Hill Golf Club offer?
Pelican Hill Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Pelican Hill Golf Club located?
Pelican Hill Golf Club is located in Newport Beach, CA. You can reach them at +1-855-315-8214.
What is the difficulty level at Pelican Hill Golf Club?
Pelican Hill Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 95% 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 Pelican Hill Golf Club?
Pelican Hill Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,924 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Yellow tees (4,923 yards, slope 111) 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 Pelican Hill Golf Club?
Beginners at Pelican Hill Golf Club should play the Yellow tees, which play 4,923 yards with a slope of 111. 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 Pelican Hill Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 128, rating 70.1) at Pelican Hill Golf Club has a course handicap of 16, 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 Pelican Hill Golf Club?
A typical round at Pelican Hill 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.