Buena Vista Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Taft, CA with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: blue (6,660 yards, slope 120, rating 71.7), white (6,290 yards, slope 116, rating 70), gold (5,769 yards, slope 112, rating 67.4), red (5,571 yards, slope 109, rating 66.4). The hardest hole is #8, a par 4 playing 354 yards from the first tee.

Buena Vista Golf Course

Taft, CA

blueS:120R:71.7
whiteS:116R:70
goldS:112R:67.4
redS:109R:66.4

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 4
1Par 4
HCP 15
359337278274

A straightforward par 4 with a wide fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers protect the right side of the green, making accuracy on the approach shot important for a stress-free finish.

Hole 2 satellite
1001502002PAR 3
2Par 3
HCP 9
215185171160

A short par 3 requiring a precise mid-iron over relatively open terrain to a small, well-defined green. The lack of surrounding trouble makes this hole a good opportunity to post a birdie.

Hole 3 satellite
1001502002503PAR 4
3Par 4
HCP 3
417409330325

A demanding par 4 and one of the course's most difficult holes, requiring two solid shots to reach the green in regulation. Hazards and tight angles on the approach demand accuracy and control throughout the hole.

Hole 4 satellite
1001502002504PAR 5
4Par 5
HCP 11
515497478468

A substantial par 5 that plays as a three-shot hole for most players, with a fairway that tests positioning on the second shot. Strategic placement is key to avoiding trouble and setting up a manageable approach to the green.

Hole 5 satellite
1001502002505PAR 5
5Par 5
HCP 13
517465431421

A par 5 that offers birdie potential for players who can position their drives well off the tee. The fairway layout and green complex reward thoughtful course management over the first two shots.

Hole 6 satellite
1006PAR 3
6Par 3
HCP 17
135118109101

A very short par 3 with a straightforward layout and minimal hazards, presenting an excellent scoring opportunity. The small green requires an accurate tee shot despite the hole's modest distance.

Hole 7 satellite
1001502002507PAR 4
7Par 4
HCP 5
441414375367

A strong par 4 with a challenging design that consistently ranks among the course's toughest holes. The green is well-protected and demands a well-executed second shot to find the putting surface.

Hole 8 satellite
1001502002508PAR 4
8Par 4
HCP 1
429405361354

The signature hole at Buena Vista, this par 4 plays as the most difficult on the course and requires precision from tee to green. Every shot must be executed precisely to navigate the hole's demanding character.

Hole 9 satellite
1001502002509PAR 4
9Par 4
HCP 7
426412393389

A solid par 4 with a fairway that requires careful navigation to set up a manageable approach shot. The green presents a moderate challenge and rewards players who avoid the trouble surrounding the hole.

Hole 10 satellite
10015020025010PAR 4
10Par 4
HCP 12
381361346333

A par 4 that plays shorter than its yardage suggests, offering a moderate test with straightforward hazard management. The fairway and green are relatively receptive to well-struck shots.

Hole 11 satellite
10015020025011PAR 5
11Par 5
HCP 6
501480433423

A strategic par 5 that ranks among the course's most interesting holes, requiring smart positioning on the second shot to set up the approach. The hole's design rewards thoughtful play and penalizes errant shots.

Hole 12 satellite
10015020025012PAR 4
12Par 4
HCP 10
362341335329

A shorter par 4 that can be reached in two shots by most players, presenting a good scoring opportunity. The key is positioning off the tee to avoid hazards and simplify the approach to the green.

Hole 13 satellite
10015013PAR 3
13Par 3
HCP 16
161146131123

A brief par 3 with minimal trouble, making it one of the course's easiest holes and an excellent chance to post a birdie. The straightforward design allows players to focus on making clean contact.

Hole 14 satellite
10015020025014PAR 4
14Par 4
HCP 4
399390371329

A demanding par 4 and one of the course's most difficult holes that requires precision on both the drive and approach. The green sits well-protected, making it difficult to get close to the hole in regulation.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 5
15Par 5
HCP 2
557541466437

A long par 5 and one of the most difficult holes on the course, playing as a challenging three-shot hole for most players. Strategic positioning on the first two shots is essential to avoid trouble and set up a reasonable approach.

Hole 16 satellite
10010015020025016PAR 4
16Par 4
HCP 14
318296290284

A manageable par 4 with a relatively open design that presents a scoring opportunity compared to the surrounding holes. The fairway and green reward straightforward shotmaking without excessive hazard concerns.

Hole 17 satellite
10015017PAR 3
17Par 3
HCP 18
150138125120

A short par 3 with straightforward hazard management and a responsive green, making it an excellent chance to card a birdie. The hole's modest length and open character offer a welcome break before the finishing hole.

Hole 18 satellite
10015020025018PAR 4
18Par 4
HCP 8
377355346334

A solid closing par 4 that plays at moderate difficulty and provides a fitting finale to the round. The hole's character requires thoughtful shot-making but offers a fair test to conclude the day.

Scorecard

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par434553444364543454343672
HCP159311131751712610164214188
blue359215417515517135441429426345438150136216139955731815037732066660
white337185409497465118414405412324236148034114639054129613835530486290
gold278171330478431109375361393292634643333513137146629012534628435769
red274160325468421101367354389285933342332912332943728412033427125571

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