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

blueS:120R:70.5
whiteS:118R:69.4
redS:108R:65.3
goldS:107R:64.9

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 5
1Par 5
HCP 9
525514409417

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.

Hole 2 satellite
1002PAR 3
2Par 3
HCP 17
136129105120

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.

Hole 3 satellite
1001502002503PAR 4
3Par 4
HCP 1
471458353359

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.

Hole 4 satellite
1001502002504PAR 4
4Par 4
HCP 3
454436415347

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.

Hole 5 satellite
1001502002505PAR 4
5Par 4
HCP 15
293283268270

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.

Hole 6 satellite
1006PAR 3
6Par 3
HCP 13
158147134136

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.

Hole 7 satellite
1001502002507PAR 4
7Par 4
HCP 5
389384287312

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.

Hole 8 satellite
1001502002508PAR 5
8Par 5
HCP 7
536528406416

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.

Hole 9 satellite
1001509PAR 3
9Par 3
HCP 11
195180144148

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.

Hole 10 satellite
10015020025010PAR 4
10Par 4
HCP 18
380375360363

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.

Hole 11 satellite
10015020011PAR 3
11Par 3
HCP 4
233223130135

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.

Hole 12 satellite
10015020025012PAR 4
12Par 4
HCP 10
359351337339

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.

Hole 13 satellite
10015020025013PAR 4
13Par 4
HCP 8
335328316319

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.

Hole 14 satellite
10015020025014PAR 4
14Par 4
HCP 2
458440430382

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.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 4
15Par 4
HCP 12
369362265265

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.

Hole 16 satellite
10015020025016PAR 4
16Par 4
HCP 14
386378363365

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.

Hole 17 satellite
10015020017PAR 3
17Par 3
HCP 6
223219206141

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.

Hole 18 satellite
10015020025018PAR 5
18Par 5
HCP 16
535510402408

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

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par534443453354344444353570
HCP917131513571118410821214616
blue525136471454293158389536195315738023335933545836938622353532786435
white514129458436283147384528180305937522335132844036237821951031866245
red409105353415268134287406144252136013033731643026536320640228095330
gold417120359347270136312416148252536313533931938226536514140827175242

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