Santa Maria Golf Course
About Santa Maria Golf Course
Santa Maria Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana (70817). The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and established in 1987. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,153 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 75.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Santa Maria Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in Louisiana, 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 9 tee sets ranging from 5,310 to 7,153 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.
Louisiana 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
7,153
Slope
142
Rating
75.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
131
LA Average
113
US Average
Based on 76 rated courses in Louisiana
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 | 142 | 75.3 | 401 | 594 | 212 | 445 | 177 | 365 | 538 | 468 | 433 | 3633 | 575 | 313 | 362 | 470 | 220 | 393 | 546 | 183 | 458 | 3520 | 7,153 |
Blue | 138 | 72.9 | 364 | 564 | 179 | 408 | 148 | 332 | 520 | 438 | 408 | 3361 | 528 | 297 | 327 | 448 | 187 | 352 | 509 | 150 | 419 | 3217 | 6,578 |
White | 133 | 70.6 | 358 | 531 | 168 | 397 | 134 | 300 | 474 | 357 | 397 | 3116 | 517 | 278 | 313 | 406 | 180 | 342 | 500 | 141 | 380 | 3057 | 6,173 |
White | 138 | 76.2 | 358 | 531 | 168 | 397 | 134 | 300 | 474 | 357 | 395 | 3114 | 517 | 278 | 313 | 406 | 180 | 342 | 500 | 141 | 380 | 3057 | 6,171 |
Latinoamericano 2019 | 132 | 69.2 | 325 | 531 | 168 | 358 | 134 | 300 | 474 | 357 | 323 | 2970 | 517 | 297 | 313 | 406 | 140 | 352 | 500 | 141 | 338 | 3004 | 5,974 |
Gold | 132 | 73.6 | 358 | 509 | 168 | 358 | 134 | 300 | 418 | 281 | 323 | 2849 | 458 | 278 | 313 | 357 | 180 | 342 | 439 | 141 | 338 | 2846 | 5,695 |
Gold | 128 | 68.1 | 358 | 509 | 168 | 358 | 134 | 300 | 418 | 281 | 323 | 2849 | 458 | 278 | 313 | 357 | 180 | 342 | 439 | 141 | 338 | 2846 | 5,695 |
Red | 128 | 71.3 | 325 | 509 | 123 | 358 | 87 | 253 | 418 | 281 | 323 | 2677 | 458 | 244 | 276 | 357 | 140 | 290 | 439 | 91 | 338 | 2633 | 5,310 |
Red | 120 | 66.2 | 325 | 509 | 123 | 358 | 87 | 253 | 418 | 281 | 323 | 2677 | 458 | 244 | 276 | 357 | 140 | 290 | 439 | 91 | 338 | 2633 | 5,310 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Santa Maria Golf Course offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,153 | 142 | 75.3 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,578 | 138 | 72.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,173 | 133 | 70.6 | 12-22 |
White | 6,171 | 138 | 76.2 | 12-22 |
Latinoamericano 2019 | 5,974 | 132 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,695 | 132 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,695 | 128 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,310 | 128 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,310 | 120 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Santa Maria Golf Course
Santa Maria Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Santa Maria Golf Course is a public golf course located in Baton Rouge, LA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Santa Maria Golf Course have?expand_more
Santa Maria Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1987. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr..
What is the yardage at Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Santa Maria Golf Course plays to 6,173 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,310 to 7,153 yards.
What is the slope rating at Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Santa Maria Golf Course have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 75.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Santa Maria Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Santa Maria Golf Course. You can also visit their website directly at http://www.brec.org/index.cfm/park/detail/155. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Santa Maria Golf Course offer?expand_more
Santa Maria Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Santa Maria Golf Course located?expand_more
Santa Maria Golf Course is located at 18460 Santa Maria Parkway in Baton Rouge, LA 70817. You can reach them at +1 225-752-9667.
What is the difficulty level at Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
Santa Maria Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 92% of golf courses in Louisiana. The average slope rating in Louisiana is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
Santa Maria Golf Course offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (7,153 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,310 yards, slope 120) 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 Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Santa Maria Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,310 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Latinoamericano 2019 tees (slope 132, rating 69.2) at Santa Maria Golf Course would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Santa Maria Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Santa Maria 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.