
Del Paso Course
Del Paso Country Club



About this course
Del Paso Country Club stands as a testament to Sacramento’s early 20th-century sporting ambitions, a place where power brokers and golf enthusiasts alike have strolled its fairways for nearly a century. The parkland layout, carved into the gently rolling terrain of the Del Paso Heights neighborhood, provides a classic, tree-lined experience, demanding strategic play rather than sheer power; expect approaches that require shaping the ball more than bombing it. Originally designed by the understated but respected architect William "Billy" Bell Sr., Del Paso’s subtly contoured greens and mature oaks require a deft touch and careful course management. Kyle Phillips was brought in for a significant renovation in the early 2000s, modernizing the infrastructure while thoughtfully preserving the course’s inherent charm and strategic shot values. While Del Paso hasn’t hosted major professional championships, it remains a revered venue for regional amateur events and a celebrated centerpiece of the Sacramento golfing community. Members often speak of the club's understated elegance, a haven from the bustle of California's capital city, and its unwavering commitment to the traditions of the game.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in CA
Quick facts
- Location
- Sacramento, CA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1916
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- John L. Black, Kyle Phillips
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 7,121 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.8/145
- Course Vaults score
- 8.6
Getting there
Most arrivals to Del Paso Country Club begin at Sacramento International Airport, a straightforward fifteen-minute drive south into the city's gracious Arden-Arcade neighborhood. Private aviation guests often favor Sacramento Executive Airport, positioned even closer to the club's tree-lined enclave along the American River Parkway. The approach trades interstate efficiency for quiet residential streets canopied by mature oaks and sycamores, delivering you to wrought-iron gates that have welcomed Sacramento's old guard since 1916 - a hushed transition from California's capital bustle to one of its most enduring bastions of Northern California golf.

FAQ
Common questions about Del Paso
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Del Paso has a Course Vaults score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 15 logged golfers.
Del Paso was designed by John L. Black and Kyle Phillips.
Del Paso is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Del Paso is 71.
Del Paso plays 7,121 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Del Paso is 145.



