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Cinnabar Hills Golf Club golf course
location_onSan Jose, California

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club

Golf Course · 18 Holes

About Cinnabar Hills Golf Club

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in San Jose, California (95141). The course was designed by John Harbottle. From the Hawk tees, the course plays to 6,561 yards with a par of 72. The Hawk tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 72.7.

Walking is permitted.

With a maximum slope rating of 145, Cinnabar Hills Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 92% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.

The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,830 to 6,561 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

6,561

Slope

140

Rating

72.7

Course Difficulty Analysis

trending_upVery HardMax slope 145
Harder than 92% of courses in California
EasiestHardest
Harder than 93% nationally

145

This Course

132

CA Average

113

US Average

Yardage Range4,8306,561 yds

Based on 660 rated courses in California

Scorecard

HoleSlpCR123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Hawk
14072.7496156436408361197492423392336138439730835114649634921855132006,561
Cinnabar
14576.0461131407332342162474385374306836337929034112947533820753530576,125
Cinnabar
13670.4461131407332342162474385374306836337929034112947533820753530576,125
Cinnabar/Quicksilver Combo
14174.0434131374297342162474354280284836333829034112946427615952528855,733
Cinnabar/Quicksilver Combo
13368.3434131374297342162474354280284836333829034112946427615952528855,733
Quicksilver
13572.6434111374297287126446354280270932733827427311046427615952527465,455
Quicksilver
12767.4434111374297287126446354280270932733827427311046427615952527465,455
Quicksilver/Oak Combo
12770.5378111325297287126417331280255232731727424411040020215945024835,035
Quicksilver/Oak Combo
11865.8378111325297287126417331280255232731727424411040020215945024835,035
Oak
12369.43789732528627910641733123924582863172602448840020212545023724,830
Oak
11264.93789732528627910641733123924582863172602448840020212545023724,830
Par534443544364444354353672
HCP101862141216487913151711135

Which Tees Should I Play?

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club offers 11 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.

TeeYardsSlopeRatingHcp
Hawk
6,56114072.75-15
Cinnabar
6,12514576.012-22
Cinnabar
6,12513670.412-22
Cinnabar/Quicksilver Combo
5,73314174.012-22
Cinnabar/Quicksilver Combo
5,73313368.312-22
Quicksilver
5,45513572.620-30
Quicksilver
5,45512767.420-30
Quicksilver/Oak Combo
5,03512770.520-30
Quicksilver/Oak Combo
5,03511865.820-30
Oak
4,83012369.425+
Oak
4,83011264.925+

Amenities at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club features a pro shop.

How to Book a Tee Time

Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Cinnabar Hills Golf 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 Cinnabar Hills Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club is a public golf course located in San Jose, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.

How many holes does Cinnabar Hills Golf Club have?expand_more

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by John Harbottle.

What is the yardage at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

From the Hawk tees, Cinnabar Hills Golf Club plays to 6,561 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,830 to 6,561 yards.

What is the slope rating at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

The Hawk tees at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 72.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.

Can you walk Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

Yes, walking is allowed at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.

How do I book a tee time at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.cinnabarhills.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.

What amenities does Cinnabar Hills Golf Club offer?expand_more

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club offers a pro shop.

Where is Cinnabar Hills Golf Club located?expand_more

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club is located at 23600 McKean Road in San Jose, CA 95141. You can reach them at +1-408-323-7814.

What is the difficulty level at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 92% 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 Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club offers 11 tee sets. Hawk tees (6,561 yards, slope 140) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Oak tees (4,830 yards, slope 112) 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 Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

Beginners at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club should play the Oak tees, which play 4,830 yards with a slope of 112. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.

What would a 15-handicap shoot at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

A 15-handicap golfer playing the Quicksilver tees (slope 135, rating 72.6) at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 91. 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 Cinnabar Hills Golf Club?expand_more

A typical round at Cinnabar Hills Golf 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.