Poplar Creek Gc is an 18-hole golf course in San Mateo, CA with a par of 70. It offers 4 tee sets: black (5,988 yards, slope 115, rating 69.7), gold (5,574 yards, slope 112, rating 67.6), silver (5,158 yards, slope 109, rating 65.3), yellow (4,688 yards, slope 99, rating 63.1). The hardest hole is #2, a par 4 playing 397 yards from the first tee.
Poplar Creek Gc
San Mateo, CA
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A reachable par 5 that plays relatively straight with room in the fairway for the opening shot. The green is well-bunkered and presents a challenging target for the third shot on this moderate-length five.

The number one handicap hole, this par 4 demands accuracy off the tee and into a well-defended green. Strategic hazards frame the approach, making this a stern test from the opening nine.

A mid-length par 3 with a putting surface that requires a confident stroke to find. The green's elevation and surrounding hazards add complexity to an otherwise straightforward one-shotter.

A solid par 4 with a fairway that offers landing room from the tee. The approach into the green demands precision, with hazards positioned to penalize wayward shots.

A short par 3 where accuracy is paramount despite the modest yardage. The green's size and hazard placement make this deceptively challenging for its length.

The easiest handicap hole on the course, this short par 4 offers a realistic birdie opportunity with a straightforward routing. The reduced length makes this a scoring hole for all skill levels.

A mid-range par 3 with a clearly defined target. The hole's character is shaped by its hazards and green complex, which demand a quality strike to secure par.

A compact par 4 that plays shorter than many on the course but still requires solid execution. The tight quarters and strategic bunkering make precise shot-making essential.

A manageable par 5 that presents opportunities for aggressive players willing to take on its hazards. The length and layout offer multiple strategic options for reaching the green in regulation.

The number two handicap hole, this par 4 is a formidable challenge with hazards that come into play on both the drive and approach. The green's defense makes this one of the course's most difficult scoring holes.

A short par 4 where the fairway tightens as it approaches the green, requiring controlled distance off the tee. The compact nature of this hole rewards accurate positioning and placement.

A mid-length par 3 featuring a well-protected green that punishes off-line shots. The putting surface's complexity and surrounding hazards create a meaningful one-shot challenge.

A solid par 4 with strategic routing that demands both distance and direction off the tee. The approach shot requires careful navigation of hazards guarding the green.

A lengthy par 5 offering multiple strategic angles for the aggressive player. The hole's length and hazard placement create a genuine three-shot test for most players.

A very short par 3 where precision trumps power, with hazards framing the diminutive green. This hole's modest length belies the challenge of finding the small putting surface.

A par 5 with significant length that requires solid ball-striking over all three shots to reach the green in regulation. The routing and hazards create a legitimate test of skill across the full hole.

The handicap 18 hole, this tiny par 3 plays as the course's shortest and easiest hole. The minimal yardage offers a genuine scoring opportunity despite any hazards present.

A challenging closing par 4 that demands accuracy from tee to green to finish strong. The final hole's difficulty rating reflects the precision required on both the drive and approach 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| HCP | 11 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 4 | |||
| black | 517 | 414 | 186 | 394 | 173 | 284 | 202 | 289 | 469 | 2928 | 455 | 318 | 209 | 403 | 537 | 149 | 470 | 137 | 382 | 3060 | 5988 |
| gold | 493 | 397 | 175 | 374 | 159 | 259 | 171 | 268 | 455 | 2751 | 421 | 287 | 175 | 374 | 503 | 124 | 460 | 127 | 352 | 2823 | 5574 |
| silver | 465 | 370 | 142 | 365 | 135 | 237 | 160 | 257 | 448 | 2579 | 391 | 259 | 153 | 326 | 494 | 111 | 425 | 104 | 316 | 2579 | 5158 |
| yellow | 446 | 341 | 115 | 340 | 96 | 229 | 142 | 232 | 405 | 2346 | 368 | 227 | 130 | 316 | 469 | 81 | 386 | 79 | 286 | 2342 | 4688 |