Lowest Slope (Public)

Easiest Golf Courses in Orange County, California

The 25 most beginner-friendly public golf courses in Orange 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 Orange County

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1
Newport Beach Golf Course
White tees · 3,206 yds · Rating 54.5 · Par 59Newport Beach
81
2
David L. Baker Golf Course
White tees · 3,074 yds · Rating 54.8 · Par 62Fountain Valley
83
3
Birch Hills Golf Course
White tees · 3,001 yds · Rating 55.0 · Par 59Brea
85
4
Brea Creek Golf Course
White/Red tees · 3,039 yds · Rating 55.1 · Par 58Brea
91
5
River View Golf Course
White tees · 3,448 yds · Rating 59.0 · Par 58Santa Ana
94
6
Santa Ana Country Club
I tees · 3,961 yds · Rating 59.3 · Par 72Newport Beach
94
7
Oso Creek Golf Course
Silver tees · 3,377 yds · Rating 56.8 · Par 60Mission Viejo
95
8
Riverview Golf Course
Yellow tees · 4,267 yds · Rating 61.5 · Par 68Santa Ana
97
9
Fullerton Municipal Golf Course
Orange tees · 3,499 yds · Rating 59.2 · Par 66Fullerton
99
10
Meadowlark Golf Club
Yellow tees · 4,359 yds · Rating 61.5 · Par 70Huntington Beach
99
11
Tijeras Creek Golf Club
Yellow tees · 4,098 yds · Rating 60.3 · Par 72Rancho Santa Margarita
101
12
San Clemente Municipal Golf Course
Silver tees · 4,281 yds · Rating 60.9 · Par 72San Clemente
101
13
Old Ranch Country Club
Family tees · 4,095 yds · Rating 61.1 · Par 72Seal Beach
102
14
Yorba Linda Golf Course
Silver tees · 4,350 yds · Rating 61.8 · Par 71Yorba Linda
103
15
Dad Miller Golf Course
Red tees · 5,090 yds · Rating 64.3 · Par 70Anaheim
104
16
Shorecliffs Golf Club
Red (TEMP) tees · 4,298 yds · Rating 61.5 · Par 67San Clemente
105
17
Mile Square Golf Course
Green tees · 5,034 yds · Rating 63.7 · Par 72Fountain Valley
105
18
Strawberry Farms Golf Club
Red tees · 4,654 yds · Rating 63.1 · Par 71Irvine
108
19
Willowick Municipal Golf Course
Green tees · 5,680 yds · Rating 66.5 · Par 71Santa Ana
109
20
Coyote Hills Golf Course
Green tees · 4,426 yds · Rating 62.8 · Par 70Fullerton
110
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Gold tees · 5,008 yds · Rating 64.4 · Par 72Mission Viejo
110
22
Newport Beach Country Club
Bronze tees · 5,105 yds · Rating 65.0 · Par 72Newport Beach
110
23
Talega Golf Club
Red tees · 5,178 yds · Rating 65.4 · Par 72San Clemente
110
24
Pelican Hill Golf Club
Yellow tees · 4,923 yds · Rating 64.1 · Par 71Newport Beach
111
25
Anaheim Hills Golf Course
Red tees · 5,179 yds · Rating 65.8 · Par 71Anaheim
111

Orange County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the easiest golf course in Orange County, California?

Newport Beach Golf Course in Newport Beach is currently the easiest golf course in Orange County based on slope (slope rating 81).

How many ranked golf courses are in Orange County, California?

79 golf courses in Orange County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 25 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 Orange 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.