Cottonwood Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in El Cajon, CA with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,760 yards, slope 123, rating 72), white (6,342 yards, slope 117, rating 70), gold (5,656 yards, slope 110, rating 66.8), red (5,117 yards, slope 102, rating 64.2). The hardest hole is #8, a par 5 playing 432 yards from the first tee.
Cottonwood Golf Club
El Cajon, CA
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A straightforward par 4 that plays relatively short and inviting off the tee. The fairway is generous but tightens as it approaches the green, with bunkers and rough guarding the approach.

A long par 5 that rewards aggressive play but demands accuracy throughout. Water or hazards may come into play on the second or third shot, making position off the tee critical.

The course's most difficult hole, this par 4 requires precision from tee to green with strategic bunkering likely guarding the approach. The green complex is well-defended and offers little room for error.

A short par 3 with a straightforward green target. This hole offers a breather from the tougher layout, though its modest length should not be underestimated.

A solid par 4 with a fairly direct line to the green. Strategic hazards likely protect the approach, and the hole's mid-range difficulty keeps golfers engaged.

A challenging par 4 that ranks among the course's most demanding holes. Strategic bunkering and a well-protected green demand a quality approach shot.

A mid-length par 4 with a straightforward routing to the green. Hazards are positioned to penalize wayward tee shots and poor approach play alike.

The course's easiest hole, this lengthy par 5 provides a strong scoring opportunity for those who can execute solid fundamental golf. The hole's generous routing allows for a layup strategy or aggressive approach.

A short par 3 that plays deceptively simple despite its modest length. The green and its surroundings may present challenges that belie the yardage.
A par 4 with an interesting shift in difficulty; the fairway is accessible but the approach narrows considerably. Strategic placement off the tee is important for a clear second shot.
A moderately difficult par 4 with a straightforward hole design. Strategic bunkering or water positioning likely complicates the approach to the green.
An extremely short par 3 that plays as a genuine one-shotter. Despite its brevity, this hole is not a guaranteed birdie and demands accuracy into a potentially tight green.
A mid-length par 4 with moderate difficulty that sits in the middle of the scorecard. Fairway width and green access are key considerations for this well-balanced hole.
A relatively short par 4 that offers good scoring potential. The hole's straightforward nature and favorable length make it accessible compared to others on the course.
A substantial par 5 that presents multiple options for approach play. Water or strategic hazards likely come into play, especially on aggressive second shots.
The second-most difficult hole on the course, this par 4 demands precision and power. Strong bunkering and a complex green make this a defining test of skill.
A long par 5 that closes the front nine with considerable length and likely strategic hazards. The hole requires a well-executed game plan to reach the green in regulation.
A finishing par 3 with a moderate length that can play deceptively difficult. This closing hole serves as a fitting conclusion to the round, demanding a solid closing shot.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 13 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 4 | |||
| black | 407 | 540 | 426 | 160 | 363 | 410 | 394 | 568 | 182 | 3450 | 433 | 371 | 171 | 365 | 341 | 490 | 440 | 490 | 209 | 3310 | 6760 |
| white | 354 | 513 | 399 | 143 | 355 | 399 | 372 | 545 | 157 | 3237 | 384 | 363 | 148 | 350 | 321 | 466 | 423 | 460 | 190 | 3105 | 6342 |
| gold | 296 | 476 | 360 | 124 | 333 | 354 | 361 | 505 | 147 | 2956 | 278 | 346 | 78 | 325 | 296 | 428 | 385 | 425 | 139 | 2700 | 5656 |
| red | 242 | 456 | 306 | 119 | 266 | 324 | 323 | 432 | 137 | 2605 | 268 | 319 | 75 | 318 | 278 | 395 | 328 | 402 | 129 | 2512 | 5117 |