Highest Slope Rating

Hardest Golf Courses in Placer County, California

The 20 most challenging golf courses in Placer County, California, ranked by maximum slope rating. Tee-by-tee yardage, slope, and course rating for every course.

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Ranked list of hardest golf courses in Placer County

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1Winchester Country Club logo
Winchester Country Club
Gold tees · 7,108 yds · Rating 82.0 · Par 73 · Semi_privateMeadow Vista
154
2
Martis Camp Golf Course
Back tees · 6,636 yds · Rating 77.2 · Par 72 · PrivateTahoe City
152
3
Timber Creek Golf Course
Blue tees · 6,248 yds · Rating 76.7 · Par 72Roseville
143
4
Schaffer's Mill Golf Course
White tees · 5,927 yds · Rating 73.6 · Par 71Tahoe City
142
5
Indian Creek Golf Club
Black tees · 7,054 yds · Rating 75.5 · Par 72Loomis
141
6
Gator Creek Golf
PRO tees · 7,052 yds · Rating 74.2 · Par 72Auburn
141
7Old Brockway Golf Club logo
Old Brockway Golf Club
White tees · 5,934 yds · Rating 74.8 · Par 72Tahoe Vista
140
8DarkHorse Golf Club logo
DarkHorse Golf Club
Black tees · 7,053 yds · Rating 74.7 · Par 72Auburn
139
9
Catta Verdera Country Club
Black tees · 6,928 yds · Rating 74.0 · Par 71 · PrivateLincoln
139
10
Whitney Oaks Golf Club
Black tees · 6,737 yds · Rating 74.3 · Par 71Rocklin
139
11
Lake of the Pines Golf Course
Blue tees · 6,085 yds · Rating 75.8 · Par 73 · PrivateAuburn
139
12
Granite Bay Golf Club
Club tees · 6,042 yds · Rating 75.7 · Par 71 · PrivateGranite Bay
139
13
Lahontan Golf Course
Green tees · 7,302 yds · Rating 74.0 · Par 72 · PrivateTahoe City
138
14
Auburn Valley Golf Club
Black tees · 6,921 yds · Rating 73.6 · Par 72Auburn
135
15
Diamond Oaks Golf Course
Blue tees · 6,136 yds · Rating 75.6 · Par 73Roseville
133
16
Lincoln Hills Golf Club
Black tees · 6,840 yds · Rating 72.5 · Par 72Lincoln
131
17
Black Oak Golf Course
Blue tees · 6,242 yds · Rating 70.2 · Par 72Auburn
131
18
Sierra View Country Club
Back tees · 6,507 yds · Rating 71.4 · Par 72 · PrivateRoseville
129
19
Tahoe City Golf Course
WHITE/BLUE tees · 5,266 yds · Rating 70.0 · Par 68Tahoe City
122
20
Turkey Creek Golf Club
BLUE tees · 5,995 yds · Rating 70.1 · Par 70Lincoln
114

Placer County Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the hardest golf course in Placer County, California?

Winchester Country Club in Meadow Vista is currently the hardest golf course in Placer County based on slope (slope rating 154).

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

27 golf courses in Placer County are cataloged in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 20 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the USGA slope rating from each course's most difficult tee set. Slope measures relative difficulty for a bogey golfer versus a scratch golfer, on a scale from 55 (easiest) to 155 (most challenging). A slope of 113 is average.

Can I book a tee time at these Placer 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.