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Hardest Golf Courses in San Francisco, California
The 7 most challenging golf courses in San Francisco, California, ranked by maximum slope rating. Tee-by-tee yardage, slope, and course rating for every course.
Ranked list of hardest golf courses in San Francisco
San Francisco Golf Course Rankings FAQ
What is the hardest golf course in San Francisco, California?
Olympic Club Lake Course in San Francisco is currently the hardest golf course in San Francisco based on slope (slope rating 142).
How many ranked golf courses are in San Francisco, California?
10 golf courses in San Francisco are catalogued in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 7 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 San Francisco 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.