Redwood Empire Gcc is an 18-hole golf course in Fortuna, CA with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,175 yards, slope 128, rating 69.7), white (5,814 yards, slope 123, rating 68.3), gold (5,368 yards, slope 114, rating 66.4), red (4,942 yards, slope 105, rating 65). The hardest hole is #3, a par 5 playing 438 yards from the first tee.
Redwood Empire Gcc
Fortuna, CA
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A straightforward par 4 that plays as a good opening hole with a relatively open fairway. The approach narrows slightly toward a green guarded by bunkers on the right, demanding accuracy on the second shot.

A short par 3 with a receptive green and minimal hazards, making it an excellent scoring opportunity. The hole's brevity and forgiving nature provide a welcome respite on the front nine.

The course's signature par 5 and the #1 handicap hole, this three-shotter demands respect with length and strategic positioning. Trouble likely lurks on both sides of the fairway, requiring careful placement on the first two shots to set up a manageable approach.

A formidable par 4 ranked #3 in difficulty with considerable length and likely hazards demanding precision off the tee. The approach shot is critical, with the green well-protected and difficult to access.

A manageable par 4 that presents a scoring chance despite its moderate difficulty rating. The fairway offers reasonable width, but accuracy on the approach determines success on this hole.

A brief par 3 offering one of the course's best birdie opportunities with minimal complications. The short distance makes this hole an excellent scoring moment for all skill levels.

A strong par 5 ranked #5 in difficulty that requires three well-executed shots to reach the green in regulation. Strategic positioning off the tee is essential, with hazards likely punishing wayward shots.

A par 5 that plays significantly longer from the back tees, testing length and consistency over three shots. The extended yardage from the black markers adds considerable difficulty to this already challenging hole.

A mid-length par 3 that closes the front nine with a reasonable difficulty level. The hole provides a balanced finishing stretch before the turn, requiring solid execution on the approach.

The second-most difficult hole on the course, this par 5 demands precision and power with its considerable length. Strategic placement is critical on both the drive and lay-up, as the green is difficult to approach from poor positions.

A mid-length par 3 with notable difficulty from the back tees where distance increases substantially. The green's elevation or hazard placement likely makes club selection challenging from all distances.

A long par 5 offering a scoring opportunity despite its back-nine placement, with yardage that remains manageable across most tees. Three solid shots set up the chance for a birdie on this moderately difficult hole.

A short par 4 that presents a birdie opportunity for accurate play, despite its moderate handicap rating. The reduced length allows for aggressive positioning, though accuracy remains important for scoring.

A brief par 3 with minimal hazards that serves as another scoring chance on the back nine. Its short distance makes it an excellent opportunity to recover on the scorecard.

The fourth-most difficult hole on the course, this long par 5 demands power and precision with its substantial length. Strategic positioning on all three shots is essential to avoid hazards and set up a manageable approach to the green.

The shortest hole on the course and the easiest by handicap, this par 3 is designed to be a stress-free scoring opportunity. The minimal distance and low difficulty make it an ideal birdie hole for all golfers.

A short par 4 near the finish that offers a scoring opportunity despite its elevated handicap rating. The reduced yardage allows for aggressive play, making this hole a potential momentum-builder heading into the final hole.

A strong finishing par 4 ranked #6 in difficulty that demands solid execution on the home hole. The combination of length and hazard placement creates a worthy conclusion to 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 7 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 16 | 6 | |||
| black | 382 | 186 | 528 | 420 | 361 | 130 | 462 | 524 | 153 | 3146 | 479 | 200 | 481 | 319 | 173 | 517 | 133 | 308 | 419 | 3029 | 6175 |
| white | 361 | 166 | 507 | 376 | 344 | 122 | 438 | 492 | 144 | 2950 | 480 | 188 | 461 | 298 | 158 | 496 | 116 | 290 | 377 | 2864 | 5814 |
| gold | 341 | 146 | 479 | 346 | 325 | 115 | 425 | 418 | 136 | 2731 | 438 | 147 | 441 | 278 | 133 | 467 | 93 | 290 | 350 | 2637 | 5368 |
| red | 312 | 124 | 438 | 321 | 273 | 97 | 405 | 412 | 132 | 2514 | 433 | 139 | 412 | 257 | 112 | 426 | 85 | 235 | 329 | 2428 | 4942 |