Lowest Slope (Public)

Easiest Golf Courses in Contra Costa County, California

The 16 most beginner-friendly public golf courses in Contra Costa County, California, ranked by lowest slope rating. Ideal for high-handicap golfers and new players.

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Ranked list of easiest golf courses in Contra Costa County

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1
Buchanan Fields Golf Course
Red tees · 3,000 yds · Rating 56.6 · Par 60Concord
82
2
Crow Canyon Country Club
Junior tees · 3,319 yds · Rating 58.9 · Par 63Danville
93
3
Orinda Country Club
Cardiac Green tees · 4,060 yds · Rating 61.6 · Par 68Orinda
98
4
Diablo Hills Golf Course
Red tees · 4,294 yds · Rating 63.0 · Par 68Walnut Creek
99
5
San Ramon Golf Club
Silver tees · 4,748 yds · Rating 64.3 · Par 69San Ramon
102
6
Dollar Ranch Golf Course
Gold tees · 4,707 yds · Rating 64.2 · Par 72Walnut Creek
106
7
Lone Tree Golf Course
Red tees · 4,769 yds · Rating 62.8 · Par 69Antioch
107
8
Shadow Lakes Golf Club
Red tees · 4,934 yds · Rating 63.6 · Par 70Brentwood
109
9
Creekside Golf Course
Red tees · 5,455 yds · Rating 66.8 · Par 70Walnut Creek
109
10
The Falls
Silver tees · 5,205 yds · Rating 65.5 · Par 72Danville
112
11
Diablo Country Club
I tees · 5,066 yds · Rating 64.9 · Par 70Alamo
113
12
Diablo Creek Golf Course
Red tees · 5,333 yds · Rating 66.0 · Par 71Concord
113
13
The Bridges Golf Club
Red tees · 5,193 yds · Rating 66.1 · Par 72San Ramon
115
14
Richmond Country Club
Green tees · 5,005 yds · Rating 65.5 · Par 68Richmond
116
15
Tilden Park Golf Course
Red tees · 5,438 yds · Rating 67.8 · Par 70Berkeley
120
16
Boundary Oak Golf Course
Gold tees · 5,665 yds · Rating 67.7 · Par 72Walnut Creek
123

Contra Costa County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the easiest golf course in Contra Costa County, California?

Buchanan Fields Golf Course in Concord is currently the easiest golf course in Contra Costa County based on slope (slope rating 82).

How many ranked golf courses are in Contra Costa County, California?

40 golf courses in Contra Costa County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 16 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the lowest USGA slope rating from each course's tee sets. Only public and municipal courses are included to ensure access. Slope ranges from 55 to 155 with 113 as average; lower is more forgiving.

Can I book a tee time at these Contra Costa County courses?

Yes. Each course name links to its Stymie page with scorecard, reviews, architect info, and booking options. Set a tee time alert to be notified when availability opens.