Cottonwood Golf Club
Course at a glance
Cottonwood Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Jamul, California. From the Black tees, Cottonwood Golf Club plays to 6,760 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,117 to 6,760 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 78.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 56% 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 Cottonwood Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Cottonwood Golf Club
Cottonwood Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Jamul, California.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,760 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 78.8.
Walking is permitted.
Cottonwood Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in California for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,117 to 6,760 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
6,760
Slope
137
Rating
78.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 137 | 78.8 | 407 | 540 | 426 | 160 | 363 | 410 | 394 | 568 | 182 | 3450 | 433 | 371 | 171 | 365 | 341 | 490 | 440 | 490 | 209 | 3310 | 6,760 |
BlackMen's | 123 | 72.0 | 407 | 540 | 426 | 160 | 363 | 410 | 394 | 568 | 182 | 3450 | 433 | 371 | 171 | 365 | 341 | 490 | 440 | 490 | 209 | 3310 | 6,760 |
WhiteWomen's | 131 | 76.4 | 354 | 513 | 399 | 143 | 355 | 399 | 372 | 545 | 157 | 3237 | 384 | 363 | 148 | 350 | 321 | 466 | 423 | 460 | 190 | 3105 | 6,342 |
WhiteMen's | 117 | 70.0 | 354 | 513 | 399 | 143 | 355 | 399 | 372 | 545 | 157 | 3237 | 384 | 363 | 148 | 350 | 321 | 466 | 423 | 460 | 190 | 3105 | 6,342 |
GoldWomen's | 123 | 72.3 | 296 | 476 | 360 | 124 | 333 | 354 | 361 | 505 | 147 | 2956 | 278 | 346 | 78 | 325 | 296 | 428 | 385 | 425 | 139 | 2700 | 5,656 |
GoldMen's | 110 | 66.8 | 296 | 476 | 360 | 124 | 333 | 354 | 361 | 505 | 147 | 2956 | 278 | 346 | 78 | 325 | 296 | 428 | 385 | 425 | 139 | 2700 | 5,656 |
Combo (Gold/Red) | 120 | 71.1 | 296 | 456 | 360 | 124 | 333 | 354 | 361 | 432 | 137 | 2853 | 278 | 346 | 78 | 318 | 278 | 428 | 328 | 425 | 129 | 2608 | 5,461 |
Red | 116 | 69.1 | 242 | 456 | 306 | 119 | 266 | 324 | 323 | 432 | 137 | 2605 | 268 | 319 | 75 | 318 | 278 | 395 | 328 | 402 | 129 | 2512 | 5,117 |
Red | 102 | 64.2 | 242 | 456 | 306 | 119 | 266 | 324 | 323 | 432 | 137 | 2605 | 268 | 319 | 75 | 318 | 278 | 395 | 328 | 402 | 129 | 2512 | 5,117 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cottonwood 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 | 6,760 | 137 | 78.8 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,760 | 123 | 72.0 | 0-5 |
White | 6,342 | 131 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,342 | 117 | 70.0 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,656 | 123 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,656 | 110 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Combo (Gold/Red) | 5,461 | 120 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,117 | 116 | 69.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,117 | 102 | 64.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Cottonwood Golf Club
Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Cottonwood Golf Club is a public golf course located in Jamul, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Cottonwood Golf Club have?
Cottonwood Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Cottonwood Golf Club?
From the White tees, Cottonwood Golf Club plays to 6,342 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,117 to 6,760 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cottonwood Golf Club?
The Black tees at Cottonwood Golf Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 78.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cottonwood Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Cottonwood Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cottonwood Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://cottonwoodgolf.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Cottonwood Golf Club offer?
Cottonwood Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Cottonwood Golf Club located?
Cottonwood Golf Club is located in Jamul, CA.
What is the difficulty level at Cottonwood Golf Club?
Cottonwood Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 56% 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 Cottonwood Golf Club?
Cottonwood Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,760 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,117 yards, slope 102) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Cottonwood Golf Club?
Beginners at Cottonwood Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,117 yards with a slope of 102. 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 Cottonwood Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 123, rating 72.3) at Cottonwood Golf 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 Cottonwood Golf Club?
A typical round at Cottonwood 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.