Santa Maria Country Club
Course at a glance
Santa Maria Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Santa Maria, California (93455). It opened in 1940. From the Blue tees, Santa Maria Country Club plays to 6,483 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 5,219 to 6,483 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 77.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 61% of rated golf courses in California. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Santa Maria Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Santa Maria Country Club
Santa Maria Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Santa Maria, California (93455). It was established in 1940. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,483 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 77.8.
Walking is permitted.
Santa Maria Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 12 tee sets ranging from 5,219 to 6,483 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
6,483
Slope
138
Rating
77.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlueWomen's | 138 | 77.8 | 492 | 357 | 195 | 383 | 422 | 367 | 215 | 534 | 467 | 3432 | 417 | 499 | 336 | 116 | 373 | 372 | 182 | 354 | 402 | 3051 | 6,483 |
BlueMen's | 127 | 71.3 | 492 | 357 | 195 | 383 | 422 | 367 | 215 | 534 | 467 | 3432 | 417 | 499 | 336 | 116 | 373 | 372 | 182 | 354 | 402 | 3051 | 6,483 |
The Pinta | 124 | 70.3 | 492 | 357 | 180 | 383 | 403 | 367 | 169 | 534 | 467 | 3352 | 401 | 499 | 336 | 116 | 373 | 300 | 153 | 354 | 386 | 2918 | 6,270 |
WhiteWomen's | 134 | 76.4 | 478 | 339 | 180 | 367 | 403 | 338 | 195 | 526 | 460 | 3286 | 410 | 477 | 330 | 110 | 356 | 356 | 171 | 346 | 386 | 2942 | 6,228 |
WhiteMen's | 123 | 70.1 | 478 | 339 | 180 | 367 | 403 | 338 | 195 | 526 | 460 | 3286 | 410 | 477 | 330 | 110 | 356 | 356 | 171 | 346 | 386 | 2942 | 6,228 |
Red | 128 | 74.0 | 462 | 314 | 170 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 451 | 2988 | 401 | 461 | 326 | 98 | 335 | 345 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2829 | 5,817 |
Red | 118 | 68.1 | 462 | 314 | 170 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 451 | 2988 | 401 | 461 | 326 | 98 | 335 | 345 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2829 | 5,817 |
The NinaWomen's | 127 | 73.4 | 449 | 314 | 145 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 467 | 2966 | 401 | 414 | 326 | 116 | 335 | 300 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2755 | 5,721 |
The NinaMen's | 117 | 67.6 | 449 | 314 | 145 | 350 | 338 | 280 | 169 | 454 | 467 | 2966 | 401 | 414 | 326 | 116 | 335 | 300 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2755 | 5,721 |
Isabella | 124 | 72.0 | 449 | 314 | 170 | 322 | 304 | 280 | 141 | 454 | 416 | 2850 | 302 | 414 | 326 | 98 | 335 | 300 | 153 | 333 | 377 | 2638 | 5,488 |
GoldWomen's | 121 | 70.4 | 449 | 289 | 145 | 322 | 304 | 253 | 141 | 423 | 416 | 2742 | 302 | 414 | 271 | 95 | 324 | 300 | 129 | 305 | 337 | 2477 | 5,219 |
GoldMen's | 110 | 65.2 | 449 | 289 | 145 | 322 | 304 | 253 | 141 | 423 | 416 | 2742 | 302 | 414 | 271 | 95 | 324 | 300 | 129 | 305 | 337 | 2477 | 5,219 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Santa Maria Country Club offers 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,483 | 138 | 77.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,483 | 127 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
The Pinta | 6,270 | 124 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,228 | 134 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,228 | 123 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
Red | 5,817 | 128 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,817 | 118 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
The Nina | 5,721 | 127 | 73.4 | 12-22 |
The Nina | 5,721 | 117 | 67.6 | 12-22 |
Isabella | 5,488 | 124 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,219 | 121 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,219 | 110 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Santa Maria Country Club
Santa Maria Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Santa Maria Country Club. 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 Santa Maria Country Club a public or private golf course?
Santa Maria Country Club is a public golf course located in Santa Maria, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Santa Maria Country Club have?
Santa Maria Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1940.
What is the yardage at Santa Maria Country Club?
From the White tees, Santa Maria Country Club plays to 6,228 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,219 to 6,483 yards.
What is the slope rating at Santa Maria Country Club?
The Blue tees at Santa Maria Country Club have a slope rating of 138 and a course rating of 77.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Santa Maria Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Santa Maria Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Santa Maria Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://santamariacc.com/ or call 805-937-2027 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Santa Maria Country Club offer?
Santa Maria Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Santa Maria Country Club located?
Santa Maria Country Club is located at 505 W Waller Ln in Santa Maria, CA 93455. You can reach them at 805-937-2027.
What is the difficulty level at Santa Maria Country Club?
Santa Maria Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 61% 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 Santa Maria Country Club?
Santa Maria Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Blue tees (6,483 yards, slope 138) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,219 yards, slope 110) 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 Santa Maria Country Club?
Beginners at Santa Maria Country Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,219 yards with a slope of 110. 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 Santa Maria Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Red tees (slope 118, rating 68.1) at Santa Maria Country Club has a course handicap of 12, 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 Santa Maria Country Club?
A typical round at Santa Maria 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.