Private

Sharon Heights Course

Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club

Menlo Park, CA, USA
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18 holesPar 726,863 yds73.9/140

About this course

Sharon Heights isn't just a country club; it's a mid-peninsula landmark, a verdant oasis etched into the heart of Sand Hill Road's venture capital landscape. Originally conceived in the late 1950s, the course is a classic example of mid-century parkland design. The layout presents a gentler test than the rugged topography might suggest, favoring accuracy over brute force, with subtle doglegs and strategically bunkered greens that reward thoughtful approaches. It is a shotmakers course, where playing the correct angles is paramount to success. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., Sharon Heights has seen strategic refinements over the years, ensuring its relevance for the modern game while respecting the integrity of the original vision. Jones's design aesthetic is in full display. The course plays around trees, the bunkering and mounding make for a dynamic presentation. This is not a course where you can bomb driver, there are a few blind shots that will require more thought and finesse. While largely private, Sharon Heights maintains a low profile on the national stage, more known as a haven for Silicon Valley executives and discerning golfers seeking a respite from the demands of the tech world. Beyond the course, the club is known for its vibrant social scene and culinary excellence, making it a coveted gathering place for its members.

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.

808

Best in World

668

Best in USA

49

Best in CA

Quick facts

Location
Menlo Park, CA, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1962
Holes
18
Designer
Jack Fleming
Par
72
Length
6,863 yards
Difficulty
73.9/140
Course Vaults score
8.2

Getting there

Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club sits in the wooded hills above Menlo Park, less than thirty minutes south of San Francisco International Airport and just minutes from the private terminals at San Carlos and Palo Alto. The drive from SFO traces the spine of the Peninsula along Highway 101 before peeling west into the quiet, oak-studded slopes of the Santa Cruz foothills - a swift transition from the hum of Silicon Valley to the serene enclave where the club has held court since 1962. Arrival is discreet, the tree-canopied entrance revealing little of the rolling layout that unfolds beyond the gates.

FAQ

Common questions about Sharon Heights

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

Sharon Heights has a Course Vaults score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 16 logged golfers.

Sharon Heights was designed by Jack Fleming.

Sharon Heights is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.

Par at Sharon Heights is 72.

Sharon Heights plays 6,863 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Sharon Heights is 140.

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