Menlo Country Club
Course at a glance
Menlo Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Woodside, California (94062). The course was designed by Tom Nicoll and opened in 1917. From the Black tees, Menlo Country Club plays to 6,732 yards at par 71. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,126 to 6,732 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 39% of rated golf courses in California. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Menlo Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Menlo Country Club
Menlo Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Woodside, California (94062). The course was designed by Tom Nicoll and established in 1917. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,732 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 133, Menlo 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 10 tee sets ranging from 5,126 to 6,732 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
6,732
Slope
133
Rating
72.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
133
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 | 133 | 72.7 | 404 | 407 | 373 | 187 | 542 | 305 | 155 | 433 | 402 | 3208 | 446 | 465 | 204 | 317 | 595 | 415 | 144 | 507 | 431 | 3524 | 6,732 |
Black/Blue | 129 | 71.4 | 404 | 407 | 373 | 168 | 530 | 305 | 155 | 385 | 367 | 3094 | 422 | 432 | 204 | 296 | 556 | 415 | 144 | 507 | 391 | 3367 | 6,461 |
Blue | 127 | 70.4 | 391 | 370 | 346 | 168 | 530 | 286 | 146 | 385 | 367 | 2989 | 422 | 432 | 185 | 296 | 556 | 399 | 119 | 495 | 391 | 3295 | 6,284 |
Blue/White | 126 | 69.3 | 367 | 370 | 346 | 168 | 508 | 286 | 146 | 361 | 325 | 2877 | 378 | 415 | 185 | 296 | 511 | 377 | 119 | 495 | 372 | 3148 | 6,025 |
WhiteWomen's | 131 | 74.0 | 370 | 348 | 317 | 141 | 504 | 264 | 132 | 361 | 326 | 2763 | 380 | 416 | 153 | 287 | 511 | 377 | 102 | 482 | 371 | 3079 | 5,842 |
WhiteMen's | 123 | 68.1 | 367 | 345 | 316 | 137 | 508 | 260 | 131 | 361 | 325 | 2750 | 378 | 415 | 151 | 280 | 511 | 377 | 105 | 465 | 372 | 3054 | 5,804 |
White/Green Combo | 126 | 71.8 | 318 | 348 | 317 | 112 | 468 | 264 | 132 | 361 | 326 | 2646 | 351 | 367 | 153 | 287 | 464 | 349 | 102 | 429 | 326 | 2828 | 5,474 |
White/Green | 118 | 66.5 | 316 | 345 | 316 | 112 | 468 | 260 | 131 | 361 | 325 | 2634 | 349 | 366 | 151 | 280 | 465 | 349 | 105 | 417 | 327 | 2809 | 5,443 |
GreenWomen's | 123 | 70.0 | 318 | 300 | 249 | 112 | 468 | 235 | 100 | 328 | 287 | 2397 | 351 | 367 | 118 | 268 | 464 | 349 | 92 | 429 | 326 | 2764 | 5,161 |
GreenMen's | 115 | 65.1 | 316 | 300 | 249 | 112 | 468 | 231 | 97 | 328 | 286 | 2387 | 349 | 366 | 116 | 261 | 465 | 349 | 89 | 417 | 327 | 2739 | 5,126 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 13 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Menlo Country Club offers 10 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 | 6,732 | 133 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,461 | 129 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,284 | 127 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,025 | 126 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,842 | 131 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,804 | 123 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
White/Green Combo | 5,474 | 126 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
White/Green | 5,443 | 118 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,161 | 123 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,126 | 115 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Menlo Country Club
Menlo Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Menlo Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Menlo Country Club a public or private golf course?
Menlo Country Club is a private golf course located in Woodside, CA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Menlo Country Club have?
Menlo Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1917. The course was designed by Tom Nicoll.
What is the yardage at Menlo Country Club?
From the Blue/White tees, Menlo Country Club plays to 6,025 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,126 to 6,732 yards.
What is the slope rating at Menlo Country Club?
The Black tees at Menlo Country Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Menlo Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Menlo Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Menlo Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://menlocc.com/ or call 650-366-9910 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Menlo Country Club offer?
Menlo Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Menlo Country Club located?
Menlo Country Club is located at 2300 Woodside Rd in Woodside, CA 94062. You can reach them at 650-366-9910.
What is the difficulty level at Menlo Country Club?
Menlo Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 133. It plays harder than 39% 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 Menlo Country Club?
Menlo Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,732 yards, slope 133) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,126 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 Menlo Country Club?
Beginners at Menlo Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,126 yards with a slope of 115. 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 Menlo Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 123, rating 68.1) at Menlo Country Club has a course handicap of 13, 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 Menlo Country Club?
A typical round at Menlo Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.