Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course
About Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Half Moon Bay, California (94019). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer & Frank Duane and established in 1973. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,989 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 74.3.
Walking is permitted.
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course 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 5,318 to 6,989 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
6,989
Slope
135
Rating
74.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 | 135 | 74.3 | 509 | 411 | 219 | 376 | 499 | 418 | 203 | 449 | 357 | 3441 | 551 | 406 | 431 | 192 | 412 | 573 | 411 | 169 | 403 | 3548 | 6,989 |
Blue | 131 | 72.9 | 509 | 402 | 175 | 346 | 481 | 403 | 190 | 430 | 357 | 3293 | 484 | 383 | 416 | 178 | 384 | 564 | 398 | 162 | 383 | 3352 | 6,645 |
White | 137 | 77.3 | 491 | 386 | 160 | 330 | 465 | 382 | 181 | 412 | 342 | 3149 | 475 | 371 | 398 | 168 | 325 | 542 | 375 | 151 | 368 | 3173 | 6,322 |
White | 128 | 71.5 | 491 | 386 | 160 | 330 | 465 | 382 | 181 | 412 | 342 | 3149 | 475 | 371 | 398 | 168 | 325 | 542 | 375 | 151 | 368 | 3173 | 6,322 |
Gold | 133 | 75.7 | 477 | 317 | 129 | 317 | 461 | 365 | 166 | 396 | 333 | 2961 | 475 | 371 | 344 | 145 | 314 | 518 | 367 | 151 | 362 | 3047 | 6,008 |
Gold | 124 | 70.0 | 477 | 317 | 129 | 317 | 461 | 365 | 166 | 396 | 333 | 2961 | 475 | 371 | 344 | 145 | 314 | 518 | 367 | 151 | 362 | 3047 | 6,008 |
Long Red | 125 | 73.1 | 422 | 317 | 113 | 287 | 421 | 320 | 152 | 396 | 333 | 2761 | 423 | 309 | 344 | 105 | 267 | 458 | 367 | 121 | 343 | 2737 | 5,498 |
Red | 123 | 72.0 | 422 | 317 | 113 | 287 | 421 | 320 | 152 | 396 | 263 | 2691 | 423 | 309 | 344 | 105 | 267 | 458 | 257 | 121 | 343 | 2627 | 5,318 |
Red | 109 | 67.6 | 422 | 317 | 113 | 287 | 421 | 320 | 152 | 396 | 263 | 2691 | 423 | 309 | 344 | 105 | 267 | 458 | 257 | 121 | 343 | 2627 | 5,318 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,989 | 135 | 74.3 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,645 | 131 | 72.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,322 | 137 | 77.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,322 | 128 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,008 | 133 | 75.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 6,008 | 124 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Long Red | 5,498 | 125 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,318 | 123 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,318 | 109 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course. 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 Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course is a public golf course located in Half Moon Bay, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course have?expand_more
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1973. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer & Frank Duane.
What is the yardage at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course plays to 6,322 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,318 to 6,989 yards.
What is the slope rating at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 74.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.halfmoonbaygolf.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course offer?expand_more
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course located?expand_more
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course is located at 2 Miramontes Point Rd in Half Moon Bay, CA 94019. You can reach them at 650-726-4438.
What is the difficulty level at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 58% 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 Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,989 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,318 yards, slope 109) 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 Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
Beginners at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,318 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 133, rating 75.7) at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course would have a course handicap of 21 and an expected score of approximately 93. 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 Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old Course?expand_more
A typical round at Half Moon Bay Golf Links - The Old 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.