Monarch Dunes Golf Course
Course at a glance
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Grover Beach, California. From the Black tees, Monarch Dunes Golf Course plays to 6,817 yards at par 71. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,702 to 6,817 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.1, 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. Tee times at Monarch Dunes Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Monarch Dunes Golf Course
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Grover Beach, California.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,817 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Monarch Dunes Golf Course 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 12 tee sets ranging from 4,702 to 6,817 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
6,817
Slope
135
Rating
73.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 | 135 | 73.1 | 437 | 200 | 567 | 423 | 400 | 220 | 440 | 490 | 397 | 3574 | 453 | 367 | 163 | 540 | 140 | 560 | 350 | 200 | 470 | 3243 | 6,817 |
Gold | 130 | 70.9 | 407 | 180 | 550 | 377 | 370 | 199 | 350 | 480 | 387 | 3300 | 423 | 357 | 145 | 530 | 125 | 550 | 337 | 177 | 423 | 3067 | 6,367 |
Gold/White | 127 | 69.6 | 373 | 180 | 477 | 377 | 337 | 199 | 350 | 460 | 387 | 3140 | 360 | 357 | 145 | 515 | 125 | 523 | 337 | 148 | 423 | 2933 | 6,073 |
WhiteMen's | 124 | 68.6 | 373 | 140 | 477 | 347 | 337 | 184 | 333 | 460 | 373 | 3024 | 360 | 337 | 103 | 515 | 117 | 523 | 307 | 148 | 387 | 2797 | 5,821 |
WhiteWomen's | 135 | 75.0 | 373 | 140 | 474 | 357 | 332 | 185 | 337 | 464 | 353 | 3015 | 349 | 334 | 104 | 520 | 109 | 523 | 315 | 153 | 378 | 2785 | 5,800 |
White/Bronze | 120 | 67.3 | 343 | 140 | 457 | 317 | 337 | 184 | 303 | 427 | 373 | 2881 | 343 | 337 | 103 | 467 | 117 | 477 | 307 | 137 | 387 | 2675 | 5,556 |
BronzeWomen's | 133 | 72.5 | 371 | 140 | 474 | 357 | 296 | 159 | 307 | 433 | 309 | 2846 | 340 | 305 | 89 | 471 | 89 | 477 | 291 | 137 | 356 | 2555 | 5,401 |
BronzeMen's | 117 | 66.1 | 343 | 127 | 457 | 317 | 300 | 159 | 303 | 427 | 327 | 2760 | 343 | 303 | 83 | 467 | 100 | 477 | 287 | 137 | 363 | 2560 | 5,320 |
Combo | 129 | 70.7 | 354 | 129 | 419 | 335 | 296 | 111 | 307 | 391 | 309 | 2651 | 302 | 305 | 89 | 422 | 89 | 416 | 291 | 137 | 356 | 2407 | 5,058 |
Bronze/Green | 113 | 64.6 | 310 | 120 | 400 | 297 | 300 | 115 | 303 | 387 | 327 | 2559 | 303 | 303 | 83 | 420 | 100 | 443 | 287 | 137 | 363 | 2439 | 4,998 |
GreenWomen's | 126 | 68.5 | 354 | 127 | 419 | 335 | 265 | 111 | 269 | 391 | 275 | 2546 | 302 | 253 | 67 | 422 | 78 | 416 | 268 | 87 | 323 | 2216 | 4,762 |
GreenMen's | 109 | 63.4 | 310 | 120 | 400 | 297 | 273 | 115 | 270 | 387 | 290 | 2462 | 303 | 256 | 61 | 420 | 83 | 443 | 260 | 87 | 327 | 2240 | 4,702 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course offers 12 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 | 6,817 | 135 | 73.1 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,367 | 130 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Gold/White | 6,073 | 127 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,821 | 124 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
White | 5,800 | 135 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
White/Bronze | 5,556 | 120 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,401 | 133 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,320 | 117 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Combo | 5,058 | 129 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
Bronze/Green | 4,998 | 113 | 64.6 | 25+ |
Green | 4,762 | 126 | 68.5 | 25+ |
Green | 4,702 | 109 | 63.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Monarch Dunes Golf Course
Monarch Dunes Golf Course 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monarch Dunes Golf Course a public or private golf course?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is a public golf course located in Grover Beach, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Monarch Dunes Golf Course have?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
From the Gold/White tees, Monarch Dunes Golf Course plays to 6,073 yards (par 71). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,702 to 6,817 yards.
What is the slope rating at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
The Black tees at Monarch Dunes Golf Course have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Monarch Dunes Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course offer?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Monarch Dunes Golf Course located?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course is located in Grover Beach, CA.
What is the difficulty level at Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
Monarch Dunes Golf Course offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,817 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,702 yards, slope 109) 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
Beginners at Monarch Dunes Golf Course should play the Green tees, which play 4,702 yards with a slope of 109. 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Bronze tees (slope 133, rating 72.5) at Monarch Dunes Golf Course has a course handicap of 19, 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 Monarch Dunes Golf Course?
A typical round at Monarch Dunes Golf Course 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.