Spring Hills Golf Course
About Spring Hills Golf Course
Spring Hills Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Watsonville, California (95076). The course was designed by Hank Schimpeler and established in 1964. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 5,996 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 69.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 129, Spring Hills 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 5,357 to 5,996 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
5,996
Slope
123
Rating
69.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
129
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 123 | 69.9 | 386 | 427 | 356 | 341 | 347 | 461 | 190 | 398 | 181 | 3087 | 162 | 468 | 336 | 106 | 366 | 168 | 524 | 508 | 271 | 2909 | 5,996 |
WHITE | 129 | 74.7 | 378 | 418 | 348 | 335 | 337 | 447 | 180 | 388 | 167 | 2998 | 154 | 458 | 328 | 104 | 360 | 163 | 516 | 503 | 267 | 2853 | 5,851 |
White | 122 | 69.2 | 378 | 418 | 348 | 335 | 337 | 447 | 180 | 388 | 167 | 2998 | 154 | 458 | 328 | 104 | 360 | 163 | 516 | 503 | 267 | 2853 | 5,851 |
GOLD | 126 | 73.1 | 370 | 345 | 340 | 329 | 285 | 436 | 166 | 355 | 153 | 2779 | 146 | 448 | 320 | 102 | 354 | 158 | 504 | 498 | 253 | 2783 | 5,562 |
Gold | 119 | 67.8 | 370 | 345 | 340 | 329 | 285 | 436 | 166 | 355 | 153 | 2779 | 146 | 448 | 320 | 102 | 354 | 158 | 504 | 498 | 253 | 2783 | 5,562 |
RED | 123 | 72.0 | 357 | 335 | 326 | 323 | 277 | 413 | 155 | 347 | 141 | 2674 | 130 | 432 | 313 | 100 | 348 | 154 | 493 | 476 | 237 | 2683 | 5,357 |
Red | 115 | 66.9 | 357 | 335 | 326 | 323 | 277 | 413 | 155 | 347 | 141 | 2674 | 130 | 432 | 313 | 100 | 348 | 154 | 493 | 476 | 237 | 2683 | 5,357 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Spring Hills Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 5,996 | 123 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,851 | 129 | 74.7 | 12-22 |
White | 5,851 | 122 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,562 | 126 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,562 | 119 | 67.8 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,357 | 123 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,357 | 115 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Spring Hills Golf Course
Spring Hills Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Spring Hills Golf 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 Spring Hills Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Spring Hills Golf Course is a public golf course located in Watsonville, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Spring Hills Golf Course have?expand_more
Spring Hills Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1964. The course was designed by Hank Schimpeler.
What is the yardage at Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Spring Hills Golf Course plays to 5,851 yards (par 71). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,357 to 5,996 yards.
What is the slope rating at Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Spring Hills Golf Course have a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 69.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Spring Hills Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Spring Hills Golf Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://springhillsgolf.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Spring Hills Golf Course offer?expand_more
Spring Hills Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Spring Hills Golf Course located?expand_more
Spring Hills Golf Course is located at 501 Spring Hills Dr in Watsonville, CA 95076. You can reach them at 831-724-1404.
What is the difficulty level at Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Spring Hills Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 129. It plays harder than 28% 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 Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Spring Hills Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (5,996 yards, slope 123) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,357 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 Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Spring Hills Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,357 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 126, rating 73.1) at Spring Hills Golf Course would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Spring Hills Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Spring Hills 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.