Lake Merced Golf and Country Club
About Lake Merced Golf and Country Club
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Daly City, California (94015). The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves and established in 1922. From the Green tees, the course plays to 6,870 yards with a par of 72. The Green tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Lake Merced Golf and Country Club 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 13 tee sets ranging from 5,096 to 6,870 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
6,870
Slope
134
Rating
73.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 134 | 73.6 | 427 | 417 | 181 | 440 | 396 | 497 | 450 | 199 | 533 | 3540 | 386 | 413 | 195 | 372 | 491 | 216 | 333 | 376 | 548 | 3330 | 6,870 |
Green - Par 71 | 133 | 73.4 | 427 | 417 | 181 | 433 | 396 | 497 | 450 | 200 | 511 | 3512 | 386 | 413 | 195 | 372 | 440 | 216 | 333 | 376 | 548 | 3279 | 6,791 |
Black | 131 | 72.4 | 412 | 385 | 160 | 407 | 396 | 497 | 431 | 180 | 510 | 3378 | 386 | 378 | 178 | 372 | 491 | 198 | 320 | 362 | 529 | 3214 | 6,592 |
Blue | 135 | 76.8 | 412 | 368 | 145 | 393 | 376 | 478 | 408 | 155 | 493 | 3228 | 367 | 359 | 162 | 354 | 474 | 178 | 310 | 353 | 505 | 3062 | 6,290 |
Blue | 129 | 71.2 | 412 | 368 | 145 | 393 | 376 | 478 | 408 | 155 | 493 | 3228 | 367 | 359 | 162 | 354 | 474 | 178 | 310 | 353 | 505 | 3062 | 6,290 |
Blue/White Combo | 131 | 75.8 | 394 | 368 | 145 | 365 | 376 | 478 | 393 | 125 | 481 | 3125 | 367 | 359 | 151 | 354 | 461 | 178 | 310 | 353 | 457 | 2990 | 6,115 |
Blue/White Combo | 127 | 70.4 | 394 | 368 | 145 | 365 | 376 | 478 | 393 | 125 | 481 | 3125 | 367 | 359 | 151 | 354 | 461 | 178 | 310 | 353 | 457 | 2990 | 6,115 |
White | 125 | 69.4 | 394 | 348 | 120 | 367 | 358 | 464 | 393 | 126 | 482 | 3052 | 350 | 327 | 151 | 334 | 463 | 162 | 297 | 311 | 457 | 2852 | 5,904 |
White | 129 | 74.4 | 394 | 348 | 120 | 365 | 358 | 464 | 393 | 125 | 481 | 3048 | 350 | 327 | 151 | 334 | 461 | 162 | 297 | 311 | 457 | 2850 | 5,898 |
White/Red Combo | 125 | 72.0 | 265 | 348 | 120 | 234 | 358 | 464 | 327 | 125 | 481 | 2722 | 312 | 327 | 143 | 334 | 461 | 162 | 255 | 311 | 457 | 2762 | 5,484 |
White/Red Combo | 120 | 67.1 | 265 | 348 | 120 | 234 | 358 | 464 | 327 | 125 | 481 | 2722 | 312 | 327 | 143 | 334 | 461 | 162 | 255 | 311 | 457 | 2762 | 5,484 |
Red | 120 | 69.7 | 265 | 333 | 119 | 234 | 322 | 453 | 327 | 101 | 416 | 2570 | 312 | 281 | 143 | 296 | 388 | 135 | 255 | 311 | 405 | 2526 | 5,096 |
Red | 115 | 65.5 | 265 | 333 | 119 | 234 | 322 | 453 | 327 | 101 | 416 | 2570 | 312 | 281 | 143 | 296 | 388 | 135 | 255 | 311 | 405 | 2526 | 5,096 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Green | 6,870 | 134 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Green - Par 71 | 6,791 | 133 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,592 | 131 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,290 | 135 | 76.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,290 | 129 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
Blue/White Combo | 6,115 | 131 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Combo | 6,115 | 127 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,904 | 125 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,898 | 129 | 74.4 | 12-22 |
White/Red Combo | 5,484 | 125 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
White/Red Combo | 5,484 | 120 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,096 | 120 | 69.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,096 | 115 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lake Merced Golf and Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Merced Golf and Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club is a public golf course located in Daly City, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Merced Golf and Country Club have?expand_more
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1922. The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves.
What is the yardage at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Lake Merced Golf and Country Club plays to 6,115 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 5,096 to 6,870 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
The Green tees at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.lmgc.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lake Merced Golf and Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Merced Golf and Country Club located?expand_more
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club is located at 2300 Junipero Serra Blvd. in Daly City, CA 94015. You can reach them at +1-650-755-2233.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 49% 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 Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Lake Merced Golf and Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Green tees (6,870 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,096 yards, slope 115) 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 Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,096 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue/White Combo tees (slope 127, rating 70.4) at Lake Merced Golf and Country 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 Lake Merced Golf and Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Merced Golf and Country 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.