Sherwood Country Club
Logo: A black-and-white pen-and-ink illustration of a medieval archer in a feathered cap drawing a longbow, standing in profile, a Sherwood Forest motif.
Course at a glance
Sherwood Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Thousand Oaks, California (91361). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and opened in 1989. From the Bear tees, Sherwood Country Club plays to 7,098 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,307 to 7,098 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 75.4, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 91% 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Sherwood Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Sherwood Country Club
Sherwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Thousand Oaks, California (91361). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and established in 1989. From the Bear tees, the course plays to 7,098 yards with a par of 72. The Bear tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 75.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 145, Sherwood Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 91% of rated 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 10 tee sets ranging from 5,307 to 7,098 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
7,098
Slope
144
Rating
75.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
145
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 641 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear | 144 | 75.4 | 386 | 522 | 185 | 572 | 459 | 186 | 569 | 168 | 421 | 3468 | 343 | 536 | 203 | 457 | 538 | 423 | 452 | 232 | 446 | 3630 | 7,098 |
Black | 138 | 73.5 | 360 | 505 | 175 | 550 | 424 | 168 | 538 | 163 | 405 | 3288 | 323 | 515 | 191 | 435 | 530 | 412 | 419 | 193 | 424 | 3442 | 6,730 |
Black/Blue | 134 | 72.5 | 360 | 505 | 161 | 550 | 399 | 168 | 538 | 148 | 405 | 3234 | 323 | 515 | 191 | 406 | 503 | 380 | 380 | 182 | 411 | 3291 | 6,525 |
BlueWomen's | 145 | 77.7 | 332 | 496 | 161 | 534 | 399 | 149 | 514 | 148 | 372 | 3105 | 306 | 490 | 142 | 406 | 503 | 380 | 380 | 182 | 411 | 3200 | 6,305 |
BlueMen's | 130 | 71.5 | 332 | 496 | 161 | 534 | 399 | 149 | 514 | 148 | 372 | 3105 | 306 | 490 | 142 | 406 | 503 | 380 | 380 | 182 | 411 | 3200 | 6,305 |
WhiteWomen's | 139 | 75.8 | 327 | 427 | 142 | 512 | 368 | 139 | 498 | 131 | 359 | 2903 | 306 | 479 | 128 | 375 | 451 | 354 | 340 | 162 | 404 | 2999 | 5,902 |
WhiteMen's | 123 | 69.6 | 327 | 427 | 142 | 512 | 368 | 139 | 498 | 131 | 359 | 2903 | 306 | 479 | 128 | 375 | 451 | 354 | 340 | 162 | 404 | 2999 | 5,902 |
Red | 133 | 72.4 | 294 | 410 | 120 | 402 | 356 | 100 | 458 | 120 | 338 | 2598 | 270 | 444 | 110 | 343 | 422 | 338 | 333 | 138 | 336 | 2734 | 5,332 |
Forward | 132 | 71.1 | 294 | 410 | 120 | 402 | 356 | 100 | 458 | 120 | 338 | 2598 | 270 | 444 | 110 | 343 | 422 | 338 | 333 | 138 | 336 | 2734 | 5,332 |
Red | 115 | 66.6 | 294 | 410 | 95 | 402 | 356 | 100 | 458 | 120 | 338 | 2573 | 270 | 444 | 110 | 343 | 422 | 338 | 333 | 138 | 336 | 2734 | 5,307 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sherwood 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear | 7,098 | 144 | 75.4 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,730 | 138 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,525 | 134 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,305 | 145 | 77.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,305 | 130 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
White | 5,902 | 139 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
White | 5,902 | 123 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,332 | 133 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
Forward | 5,332 | 132 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,307 | 115 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Sherwood Country Club
Sherwood 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 Sherwood 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 Sherwood Country Club a public or private golf course?
Sherwood Country Club is a public golf course located in Thousand Oaks, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Sherwood Country Club have?
Sherwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1989. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What is the yardage at Sherwood Country Club?
From the White tees, Sherwood Country Club plays to 5,902 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,307 to 7,098 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sherwood Country Club?
The Bear tees at Sherwood Country Club have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 75.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sherwood Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Sherwood Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sherwood Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.sherwoodcc.com/ or call 805-496-3036 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Sherwood Country Club offer?
Sherwood Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Sherwood Country Club located?
Sherwood Country Club is located at 320 W Strafford Rd in Thousand Oaks, CA 91361. You can reach them at 805-496-3036.
What is the difficulty level at Sherwood Country Club?
Sherwood Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 91% 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 Sherwood Country Club?
Sherwood Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Bear tees (7,098 yards, slope 144) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,307 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 Sherwood Country Club?
Beginners at Sherwood Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,307 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 Sherwood Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 139, rating 75.8) at Sherwood Country Club has a course handicap of 22, 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 Sherwood Country Club?
A typical round at Sherwood 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.