Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
Course at a glance
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Del Mar, California. From the Black tees, Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club plays to 7,090 yards at par 72. The course offers 14 sets of tees ranging from 4,939 to 7,090 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 150 and a course rating of 82.0, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 98% of rated golf courses in California. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
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 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 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 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 |
BlackMen's | 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 |
BlueWomen's | 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 |
BlueMen's | 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 |
WhiteWomen's | 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 |
WhiteMen's | 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 |
GoldWomen's | 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 |
GoldMen's | 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 |
GreenWomen's | 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 |
GreenMen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club a public or private golf course?
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?
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?
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?
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?
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?
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club offer?
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club located?
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is located in Del Mar, CA.
What is the difficulty level at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?
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?
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?
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 is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 128, rating 69.7) at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club has a course handicap of 15, 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 Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club?
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.