Public

Regulation Course

Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course

Oakland, CA, USA
jgarson2002
andrewlamour
alexcassidy97
Eug
keyanm12
+22
18 holesPar 726,004 yds68.9/119

About this course

Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course sits in the hills above Oakland, California, occupying rolling terrain in the East Bay with views toward the surrounding ridgelines. Designed by William Lock and Willie Watson and opened in 1966, the course serves as one of the region's accessible public facilities, managed by the City of Oakland. The layout takes advantage of the natural topography, with elevation changes and tree-lined corridors that give the course a parkland character distinct from the flatter municipal designs closer to the Bay. The routing moves through mature stands of eucalyptus, oak, and pine, with several holes playing uphill or downhill across the property's varied terrain. Water comes into play on a few holes, and the greens typically feature modest undulation suited to daily-fee play. The course measures around 6,700 yards from the back tees, offering a reasonable test for recreational golfers while remaining walkable for those willing to navigate the hills. Lake Chabot serves a diverse local population and hosts regular weekend play, junior programs, and community events typical of a well-used municipal facility. The clubhouse provides basic amenities, and the course remains a practical option for East Bay residents seeking an affordable round in a wooded, hilly setting that contrasts with the urban landscape below.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.

2928

Best in World

2694

Best in USA

179

Best in CA

Quick facts

Location
Oakland, CA, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1923
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,004 yards
Difficulty
68.9/119
Course Vaults score
6.9

Getting there

Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course sits in the Oakland hills, most readily accessed from Oakland International Airport (OAK), a twenty-minute drive west through the city's urban core, or from San Francisco International (SFO), roughly forty-five minutes south and east across the Bay Bridge approach. The final ascent winds through the residential neighborhoods of the Piedmont Avenue corridor before climbing into the tree-lined foothills where the course emerges, perched above the reservoir and the bay beyond - a transition from the bustle of the East Bay flatlands into a quieter, more secluded landscape that belies the proximity to one of America's great metropolitan centers. For those with access to private aviation, Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) offers a closer alternative, situated just fifteen minutes south of the course. The arrival at Lake Chabot rewards the modest journey with sweeping views across the water and a genuine sense of escape, despite the urban geography that surrounds it.

FAQ

Common questions about Regulation at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Regulation at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course has a Course Vaults score of 6.9 out of 10 based on 27 logged golfers.

Regulation was designed by William Lock and Willie Watson.

Yes. Regulation at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Regulation is 72.

Regulation plays 6,004 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Regulation is 119.

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