Kern River Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Bakersfield, CA with a par of 70. It offers 4 tee sets: blue (6,435 yards, slope 120, rating 70.5), white (6,245 yards, slope 118, rating 69.4), red (5,330 yards, slope 108, rating 65.3), gold (5,242 yards, slope 107, rating 64.9). The hardest hole is #3, a par 4 playing 353 yards from the first tee.
Kern River Golf Course
Bakersfield, CA
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A long par 5 that plays relatively straight with room to work in the fairway. The approach to the green requires careful navigation as the landing area tightens near the putting surface, demanding accuracy on the third shot.

A short par 3 over a modest distance with a straightforward approach to the green. Despite its brevity, precision is required to find the small target and avoid missing the putting surface.

The course's most difficult hole, this par 4 is a stern test of accuracy and control off the tee. The fairway demands a well-placed drive, and the approach into the green is unforgiving with little room for error.

A challenging par 4 with a demanding layout that requires two quality shots to reach the green safely. The hole's character is defined by its length and the precision needed throughout the hole.

A shorter par 4 that offers a more forgiving opportunity compared to the earlier holes. The fairway is receptive, and the green is relatively accessible for a strategic approach shot.

A modest par 3 over a short to mid distance with a straightforward target. The green is fairly open, making this a birdie opportunity for those who find the center of the putting surface.

A par 4 with a distinctive character, likely featuring a dogleg or angular fairway that requires thoughtful shot-making. The routing demands precision to set up a manageable approach into the green.

A substantial par 5 that requires three solid shots to reach the green in regulation. The hole's length and layout demand both distance and accuracy, with the final approach being the critical shot.

A mid-length par 3 that presents a moderate test of accuracy over the distance. The green is the focal point, and proper club selection is essential to avoid missing the target.

The easiest hole on the course, this par 4 features a generous fairway and a receptive green. The straightforward design makes this an ideal scoring opportunity early in the back nine.

A dramatic par 3 that requires a significant carry to reach the green, with the distance varying considerably by tee. The hole's challenge is primarily in clearing the hazard and landing on the putting surface.

A mid-length par 4 with a balanced design that tests both driving accuracy and approach play. The fairway and green offer reasonable targets without excessive hazards or severe bunkering.

A compact par 4 that emphasizes precision over distance. The shorter yardage allows for a more tactical approach, with the green being the key focus for a successful score.

The second most difficult hole, this par 4 is a formidable challenge that demands excellence in both the drive and approach shots. Length and layout combine to create a hole that separates skilled play from the rest.

A shorter par 4 that provides relief after the gauntlet of the previous hole. The accessible fairway and green offer a golden scoring opportunity for those playing solidly.

A solid par 4 of moderate difficulty that requires consistent play from tee to green. The hole presents a fair challenge without extreme hazards, testing the fundamentals of good golf.

A mid-length par 3 that demands an accurate tee shot to a defined green target. The distance and layout require careful club selection and clean ball striking to avoid missing the putting surface.

A strong finishing par 5 that provides a final test of distance and strategy. The hole's length and design demand three well-executed shots, with the closing hole leaving a lasting impression on the round.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| HCP | 9 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 16 | |||
| blue | 525 | 136 | 471 | 454 | 293 | 158 | 389 | 536 | 195 | 3157 | 380 | 233 | 359 | 335 | 458 | 369 | 386 | 223 | 535 | 3278 | 6435 |
| white | 514 | 129 | 458 | 436 | 283 | 147 | 384 | 528 | 180 | 3059 | 375 | 223 | 351 | 328 | 440 | 362 | 378 | 219 | 510 | 3186 | 6245 |
| red | 409 | 105 | 353 | 415 | 268 | 134 | 287 | 406 | 144 | 2521 | 360 | 130 | 337 | 316 | 430 | 265 | 363 | 206 | 402 | 2809 | 5330 |
| gold | 417 | 120 | 359 | 347 | 270 | 136 | 312 | 416 | 148 | 2525 | 363 | 135 | 339 | 319 | 382 | 265 | 365 | 141 | 408 | 2717 | 5242 |