Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
About Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Del Mar, California.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,090 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 150 and a course rating of 82.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 150, Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 98% of 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 14 tee sets ranging from 4,939 to 7,090 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
7,090
Slope
150
Rating
82.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
150
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 | 150 | 82.0 | 380 | 453 | 190 | 617 | 428 | 435 | 181 | 534 | 369 | 3587 | 293 | 461 | 449 | 455 | 218 | 423 | 409 | 189 | 606 | 3503 | 7,090 |
Black | 140 | 75.2 | 380 | 453 | 190 | 617 | 428 | 435 | 181 | 534 | 369 | 3587 | 293 | 461 | 449 | 455 | 218 | 423 | 409 | 189 | 606 | 3503 | 7,090 |
Blue | 147 | 80.7 | 374 | 439 | 184 | 594 | 428 | 411 | 147 | 504 | 369 | 3450 | 293 | 454 | 438 | 418 | 206 | 418 | 409 | 189 | 583 | 3408 | 6,858 |
Blue | 137 | 74.1 | 374 | 439 | 184 | 594 | 428 | 411 | 147 | 504 | 369 | 3450 | 293 | 454 | 438 | 418 | 206 | 418 | 409 | 189 | 583 | 3408 | 6,858 |
White | 142 | 78.3 | 358 | 408 | 167 | 580 | 410 | 374 | 120 | 479 | 364 | 3260 | 286 | 433 | 418 | 382 | 179 | 389 | 380 | 158 | 533 | 3158 | 6,418 |
White | 133 | 71.9 | 358 | 408 | 167 | 580 | 410 | 374 | 120 | 479 | 364 | 3260 | 286 | 433 | 418 | 382 | 179 | 389 | 380 | 158 | 533 | 3158 | 6,418 |
Gold | 136 | 75.7 | 326 | 352 | 158 | 478 | 399 | 354 | 110 | 457 | 357 | 2991 | 273 | 422 | 373 | 374 | 161 | 358 | 362 | 140 | 508 | 2971 | 5,962 |
Gold | 128 | 69.7 | 326 | 352 | 158 | 478 | 399 | 354 | 110 | 457 | 357 | 2991 | 273 | 422 | 373 | 374 | 161 | 358 | 362 | 140 | 508 | 2971 | 5,962 |
Red | 132 | 73.7 | 321 | 347 | 133 | 474 | 399 | 349 | 102 | 449 | 287 | 2861 | 243 | 417 | 369 | 324 | 163 | 354 | 312 | 118 | 449 | 2749 | 5,610 |
Red | 124 | 68.1 | 321 | 347 | 133 | 474 | 399 | 349 | 102 | 449 | 287 | 2861 | 243 | 417 | 369 | 324 | 163 | 354 | 312 | 118 | 449 | 2749 | 5,610 |
Red/Green | 128 | 71.9 | 321 | 347 | 133 | 394 | 399 | 277 | 102 | 399 | 287 | 2659 | 243 | 384 | 341 | 324 | 122 | 336 | 312 | 118 | 449 | 2629 | 5,288 |
Red/Green | 120 | 66.5 | 321 | 347 | 133 | 394 | 399 | 277 | 102 | 399 | 287 | 2659 | 243 | 384 | 341 | 324 | 122 | 336 | 312 | 118 | 449 | 2629 | 5,288 |
Green | 124 | 70.0 | 286 | 263 | 125 | 394 | 306 | 277 | 98 | 399 | 287 | 2435 | 243 | 384 | 341 | 282 | 122 | 336 | 312 | 95 | 389 | 2504 | 4,939 |
Green | 116 | 64.9 | 286 | 263 | 125 | 394 | 306 | 277 | 98 | 399 | 287 | 2435 | 243 | 384 | 341 | 282 | 122 | 336 | 312 | 95 | 389 | 2504 | 4,939 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club offers 14 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,090 | 150 | 82.0 | 0-5 |
Black | 7,090 | 140 | 75.2 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,858 | 147 | 80.7 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,858 | 137 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
White | 6,418 | 142 | 78.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,418 | 133 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,962 | 136 | 75.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,962 | 128 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,610 | 132 | 73.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,610 | 124 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
Red/Green | 5,288 | 128 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
Red/Green | 5,288 | 120 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,939 | 124 | 70.0 | 25+ |
Green | 4,939 | 116 | 64.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is a public golf course located in Del Mar, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club have?expand_more
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club plays to 6,418 yards (par 72). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,939 to 7,090 yards.
What is the slope rating at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club have a slope rating of 150 and a course rating of 82.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club offer?expand_more
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club located?expand_more
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is located in Del Mar, CA.
What is the difficulty level at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 150. It plays harder than 98% 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 Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club offers 14 tee sets. Black tees (7,090 yards, slope 150) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,939 yards, slope 116) 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 Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,939 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 128, rating 69.7) at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Rancho Santa Fe 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.