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Santa Maria Golf Course

Plan your round at Santa Maria Golf Course

Santa Maria Golf Course is a Robert Trent Jones, Sr. design run by BREC, the East Baton Rouge Parish recreation department, in south Baton Rouge. It sits on about 150 acres with 18 lakes, two natural waterways, bunkers, Bermuda fairways and mature oaks. The par 72 course plays 6,920 yards from the black tees (73.4 rating, 132 slope), and BREC says it has earned Golf Digest's top ranking for a municipal course.

  • Municipal
  • 18 holes
  • Par 72
  • Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.

Course strategy

Read the card before you play it

Par724 par 3s · 10 par 4s · 4 par 5s
Yardage · White5,8002,861 out · 2,939 in

Walk the course

Santa Maria Golf Course hole by hole

Out
In

Hole 1

Par 4Hcp 6

385

yds ·White

A 420-yard par 4 that asks for a long tee shot, with bunkers guarding the front and back of the green.

ScorecardView the full scorecard

Distances in yards

Scorecard (distances in yards)
HoleParHcpBlackBlueWhiteRedYellow
146437421385324261
2318192171144126126
352535496460439347
4412383367333316316
5316215170153125125
648398371330292292
754504475420384384
8410392361325310310
9414361331311270270
Out363,4173,1632,8612,5862,431
1049401363337308308
113151821451328686
1245442416382338254
13411403355319285285
1447410376354326326
1551575556509442442
16413393373330282282
17317181149126102102
1853516474450433433
In363,5033,2072,9392,6022,518
Total726,9206,3705,8005,1884,949
Rating / Slope73.4 / 13270.3 / 12467.7 / 116—64.9 / 110
Women's rating / slope——73.1 / 12670.0 / 117—

Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)

Before you go

Everything to know on arrival

Know before you go

  • Out of bounds is marked by white stakes
  • Yardages on the card are measured to the center of the green
  • Restrooms are at holes 7, 10 and 12 and in the clubhouse near the 16th tee
  • No personal coolers; buy food and drinks on site
  • Golf is the only activity allowed on the course property

Dress code

Proper attire and non-metal spikes are required.

Carts & walking

Carts are available, and walking rates are offered. The scorecard asks players to follow the 90 degree cart rule unless otherwise posted, and cart drivers must be at least 18.

Food & drink

The Spanish-style clubhouse has a pro shop and Champions Grill, a full-service restaurant overlooking the 18th green. All food and beverages must be bought on site, and personal coolers are not allowed.

Pace of play

The scorecard lists a target pace of about four hours and nine minutes for 18 holes and asks groups to play ready golf and keep up with the group ahead.

Policies

The course is open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset, and the clubhouse opens at 6:30 a.m. Twilight rates start at 3 p.m. during daylight saving time and 1 p.m. otherwise. BREC publishes junior age and golf rules pages, and annual passes and discounted prepay are available.

Quick answers

Santa Maria Golf Course at a glance

Is Santa Maria Golf Course open to the public?

Yes. Santa Maria Golf Course is a municipal course, open to the public.

How many holes does Santa Maria Golf Course have, and what's the par?

Santa Maria Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 4,949 to 6,920 yards depending on the tees.

Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Santa Maria Golf Course?

Yes. This guide covers Santa Maria Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.

Who designed Santa Maria Golf Course?

Santa Maria Golf Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr..

What's the dress code at Santa Maria Golf Course?

Proper attire and non-metal spikes are required.

What are the cart and walking rules at Santa Maria Golf Course?

Carts are available, and walking rates are offered. The scorecard asks players to follow the 90 degree cart rule unless otherwise posted, and cart drivers must be at least 18.

What's the pace of play at Santa Maria Golf Course?

The scorecard lists a target pace of about four hours and nine minutes for 18 holes and asks groups to play ready golf and keep up with the group ahead.

What food and drink does Santa Maria Golf Course have?

The Spanish-style clubhouse has a pro shop and Champions Grill, a full-service restaurant overlooking the 18th green. All food and beverages must be bought on site, and personal coolers are not allowed.

How do you book a tee time at Santa Maria Golf Course?

Call the course at 225-752-9667.

Where is Santa Maria Golf Course?

Santa Maria Golf Course is at 18460 Santa Maria Pkwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70810.

Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.

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