Poplar Creek Golf Course
Course at a glance
Poplar Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in San Mateo, California (94401). The course was designed by Jack Daray, Jr. & Stephen Halsey and opened in 2000. From the Black tees, Poplar Creek Golf Course plays to 5,988 yards at par 70. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,688 to 5,988 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 115 and a course rating of 69.7, near the 113 World Handicap System baseline and a balanced test for the average golfer. That ranks it harder than roughly 15% 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. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and other fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Poplar Creek Golf Course.
About Poplar Creek Golf Course
Poplar Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in San Mateo, California (94401). The course was designed by Jack Daray, Jr. & Stephen Halsey and established in 2000. From the Black tees, the course plays to 5,988 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 115 and a course rating of 69.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 121, Poplar Creek 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 7 tee sets ranging from 4,688 to 5,988 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
70
Length
5,988
Slope
115
Rating
69.7
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
121
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 | 115 | 69.7 | 517 | 414 | 186 | 394 | 173 | 284 | 202 | 289 | 469 | 2928 | 455 | 318 | 209 | 403 | 537 | 149 | 470 | 137 | 382 | 3060 | 5,988 |
GOLDWomen's | 121 | 72.4 | 493 | 397 | 175 | 374 | 159 | 259 | 171 | 268 | 455 | 2751 | 421 | 287 | 175 | 374 | 503 | 124 | 460 | 127 | 352 | 2823 | 5,574 |
GoldMen's | 112 | 67.6 | 493 | 397 | 175 | 374 | 159 | 259 | 171 | 268 | 455 | 2751 | 421 | 287 | 175 | 374 | 503 | 124 | 460 | 127 | 352 | 2823 | 5,574 |
SILVERWomen's | 117 | 70.0 | 465 | 370 | 142 | 365 | 135 | 237 | 160 | 257 | 448 | 2579 | 391 | 259 | 153 | 326 | 494 | 111 | 425 | 104 | 316 | 2579 | 5,158 |
SilverMen's | 109 | 65.3 | 465 | 370 | 142 | 365 | 135 | 237 | 160 | 257 | 448 | 2579 | 391 | 259 | 153 | 326 | 494 | 111 | 425 | 104 | 316 | 2579 | 5,158 |
YELLOWWomen's | 112 | 67.3 | 446 | 341 | 115 | 340 | 96 | 229 | 142 | 232 | 405 | 2346 | 368 | 227 | 130 | 316 | 469 | 81 | 386 | 79 | 286 | 2342 | 4,688 |
YellowMen's | 99 | 63.1 | 446 | 341 | 115 | 340 | 96 | 229 | 142 | 232 | 405 | 2346 | 368 | 227 | 130 | 316 | 469 | 81 | 386 | 79 | 286 | 2342 | 4,688 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Poplar Creek Golf Course offers 7 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 | 5,988 | 115 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,574 | 121 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,574 | 112 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
SILVER | 5,158 | 117 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,158 | 109 | 65.3 | 20-30 |
YELLOW | 4,688 | 112 | 67.3 | 25+ |
Yellow | 4,688 | 99 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Poplar Creek Golf Course
Poplar Creek 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 Poplar Creek Golf Course. 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 Poplar Creek Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Poplar Creek Golf Course is a public golf course located in San Mateo, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Poplar Creek Golf Course have?expand_more
Poplar Creek Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2000. The course was designed by Jack Daray, Jr. & Stephen Halsey.
What is the yardage at Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
From the Black tees, Poplar Creek Golf Course plays to 5,988 yards (par 70). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,688 to 5,988 yards.
What is the slope rating at Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Poplar Creek Golf Course have a slope rating of 115 and a course rating of 69.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Poplar Creek Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://poplarcreekgolf.com/ or call 650-522-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Poplar Creek Golf Course offer?expand_more
Poplar Creek Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Poplar Creek Golf Course located?expand_more
Poplar Creek Golf Course is located at 1700 Coyote Point Dr in San Mateo, CA 94401. You can reach them at 650-522-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Poplar Creek Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 121. It plays harder than 15% 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 Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Poplar Creek Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Black tees (5,988 yards, slope 115) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Yellow tees (4,688 yards, slope 99) 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 Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Poplar Creek Golf Course should play the Yellow tees, which play 4,688 yards with a slope of 99. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the SILVER tees (slope 117, rating 70.0) at Poplar Creek Golf Course would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 86. This uses the 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 Poplar Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Poplar 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.