Dairy Creek Golf Course
About Dairy Creek Golf Course
Dairy Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in San Luis Obispo, California (93405). The course was designed by John Harbottle and established in 1997. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,398 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 78.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Dairy Creek Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 81% 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 20 tee sets ranging from 3,582 to 6,398 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
6,398
Slope
142
Rating
78.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
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 | 142 | 78.4 | 499 | 439 | 370 | 160 | 548 | 203 | 306 | 491 | 183 | 3199 | 499 | 439 | 370 | 160 | 548 | 203 | 306 | 491 | 183 | 3199 | 6,398 |
Black | 129 | 71.0 | 499 | 439 | 370 | 160 | 548 | 203 | 306 | 491 | 183 | 3199 | 499 | 439 | 370 | 160 | 548 | 203 | 306 | 491 | 183 | 3199 | 6,398 |
Bruiser | 139 | 77.1 | 499 | 417 | 370 | 144 | 516 | 180 | 306 | 491 | 183 | 3106 | 499 | 417 | 370 | 144 | 516 | 180 | 306 | 491 | 183 | 3106 | 6,212 |
Bruiser | 128 | 70.1 | 499 | 417 | 370 | 144 | 516 | 180 | 306 | 491 | 183 | 3106 | 471 | 439 | 346 | 160 | 548 | 203 | 276 | 470 | 170 | 3083 | 6,189 |
Blue | 136 | 75.8 | 471 | 417 | 346 | 144 | 516 | 180 | 276 | 470 | 170 | 2990 | 471 | 417 | 346 | 144 | 516 | 180 | 276 | 470 | 170 | 2990 | 5,980 |
Blue | 127 | 69.0 | 471 | 417 | 346 | 144 | 516 | 180 | 276 | 470 | 170 | 2990 | 471 | 417 | 346 | 144 | 516 | 180 | 276 | 470 | 170 | 2990 | 5,980 |
Hollister | 133 | 74.2 | 471 | 395 | 346 | 144 | 479 | 135 | 276 | 470 | 170 | 2886 | 438 | 417 | 323 | 121 | 516 | 180 | 242 | 445 | 144 | 2826 | 5,712 |
Hollister | 124 | 67.8 | 471 | 395 | 346 | 144 | 479 | 135 | 276 | 470 | 170 | 2886 | 438 | 417 | 323 | 121 | 516 | 180 | 242 | 445 | 144 | 2826 | 5,712 |
White | 130 | 72.6 | 438 | 395 | 323 | 121 | 479 | 135 | 242 | 445 | 144 | 2722 | 438 | 395 | 323 | 121 | 479 | 135 | 242 | 445 | 144 | 2722 | 5,444 |
White | 120 | 68.4 | 438 | 395 | 323 | 121 | 479 | 135 | 242 | 445 | 144 | 2722 | 438 | 395 | 323 | 121 | 479 | 135 | 242 | 445 | 144 | 2722 | 5,444 |
Chumash | 126 | 71.4 | 402 | 371 | 323 | 121 | 447 | 135 | 242 | 424 | 144 | 2609 | 438 | 395 | 296 | 91 | 479 | 111 | 213 | 445 | 116 | 2584 | 5,193 |
Chumash | 113 | 65.6 | 402 | 371 | 323 | 121 | 447 | 135 | 242 | 424 | 144 | 2609 | 438 | 395 | 296 | 91 | 479 | 111 | 213 | 445 | 116 | 2584 | 5,193 |
Gold | 122 | 70.2 | 402 | 371 | 296 | 91 | 447 | 111 | 213 | 424 | 116 | 2471 | 402 | 371 | 296 | 91 | 447 | 111 | 213 | 424 | 116 | 2471 | 4,942 |
Gold | 108 | 64.4 | 402 | 371 | 296 | 91 | 447 | 111 | 213 | 424 | 116 | 2471 | 402 | 371 | 296 | 91 | 447 | 111 | 213 | 424 | 116 | 2471 | 4,942 |
Bishop | 115 | 68.0 | 438 | 269 | 296 | 91 | 346 | 84 | 242 | 424 | 144 | 2334 | 282 | 371 | 201 | 121 | 447 | 135 | 213 | 284 | 109 | 2163 | 4,497 |
Bishop | 105 | 63.0 | 438 | 269 | 296 | 91 | 346 | 84 | 242 | 424 | 144 | 2334 | 282 | 371 | 201 | 121 | 447 | 135 | 213 | 284 | 109 | 2163 | 4,497 |
San Luis | 111 | 66.8 | 402 | 269 | 201 | 91 | 447 | 111 | 150 | 424 | 109 | 2204 | 282 | 371 | 296 | 66 | 346 | 84 | 213 | 284 | 116 | 2058 | 4,262 |
San Luis | 104 | 61.9 | 402 | 269 | 201 | 91 | 447 | 111 | 150 | 424 | 109 | 2204 | 282 | 371 | 296 | 66 | 346 | 84 | 213 | 284 | 116 | 2058 | 4,262 |
Orange | 102 | 63.2 | 282 | 269 | 201 | 66 | 346 | 84 | 150 | 284 | 109 | 1791 | 282 | 269 | 201 | 66 | 346 | 84 | 150 | 284 | 109 | 1791 | 3,582 |
Orange | 100 | 60.2 | 282 | 269 | 201 | 66 | 346 | 84 | 150 | 284 | 109 | 1791 | 282 | 269 | 201 | 66 | 346 | 84 | 150 | 284 | 109 | 1791 | 3,582 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Dairy Creek Golf Course offers 20 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,398 | 142 | 78.4 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,398 | 129 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Bruiser | 6,212 | 139 | 77.1 | 5-15 |
Bruiser | 6,189 | 128 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,980 | 136 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,980 | 127 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
Hollister | 5,712 | 133 | 74.2 | 12-22 |
Hollister | 5,712 | 124 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
White | 5,444 | 130 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
White | 5,444 | 120 | 68.4 | 20-30 |
Chumash | 5,193 | 126 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
Chumash | 5,193 | 113 | 65.6 | 20-30 |
Gold | 4,942 | 122 | 70.2 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,942 | 108 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Bishop | 4,497 | 115 | 68.0 | 25+ |
Bishop | 4,497 | 105 | 63.0 | 25+ |
San Luis | 4,262 | 111 | 66.8 | 25+ |
San Luis | 4,262 | 104 | 61.9 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,582 | 102 | 63.2 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,582 | 100 | 60.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at Dairy Creek Golf Course
Dairy Creek Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Dairy Creek Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dairy Creek Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Dairy Creek Golf Course is a public golf course located in San Luis Obispo, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Dairy Creek Golf Course have?expand_more
Dairy Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1997. The course was designed by John Harbottle.
What is the yardage at Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Dairy Creek Golf Course plays to 5,444 yards (par 72). The course offers 20 tee sets ranging from 3,582 to 6,398 yards.
What is the slope rating at Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Dairy Creek Golf Course have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 78.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Dairy Creek Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Dairy Creek Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Dairy Creek Golf Course offer?expand_more
Dairy Creek Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Dairy Creek Golf Course located?expand_more
Dairy Creek Golf Course is located at 2990 Dairy Creek Rd in San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. You can reach them at 805-782-8060.
What is the difficulty level at Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Dairy Creek Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 81% 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 Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Dairy Creek Golf Course offers 20 tee sets. Black tees (6,398 yards, slope 142) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Orange tees (3,582 yards, slope 100) 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 Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Dairy Creek Golf Course should play the Orange tees, which play 3,582 yards with a slope of 100. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Chumash tees (slope 126, rating 71.4) at Dairy Creek Golf Course would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Dairy Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Dairy Creek 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.