Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course

Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course is a 27-hole public golf course in Oakland, California, designed by Bob Putman and built in 1960. The layout features Bluegrass fairways and Poa Annua Grass greens, 1-10 bunkers. The course is open year-round, first tee time at 6:00 AM, metal spikes allowed. The course handles approximately 71,000 rounds per year, serving the local Oakland golf community. Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Oakland, California.

Contact Details

End Of Golf Links Rd
Oakland, California 94605
510-351-5812

Course Information

Course CityOakland
Course CountyAlameda
Course StateCalifornia
Course ClassificationPublic
Course Built1960
Course Annual Rounds71,000
Course SeasonOpen all year
Course ManagerRaymond Chester
Course Club ProGloria Armstrong
Course SuperintendantSteve Foster
Course Guest PolicyOpen
Course DesignerBob Putman
Course Shop Hours6:00 AM / N/A
Course Dress CodeShirt and shoes required
Course Tee ReservationAccepted
Course Earliest Tee Time6:00 AM
Course Holes27
Course GreenPoa Annua Grass
Course FairwayBluegrass
Course Water HazardNo
Course Bunker1-10
Course Metal SpikeAllowed
Course Greens AeratedMarch September
Course OverseedingApril/Open
Course Five-somesAllowed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the grass type used on the course?

The grass type used on the greens at Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course is Poa Annua Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bluegrass.

What is the dress code at Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course?

The dress code at Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course is Shirt and shoes required.

How many rounds of golf are played at Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course each year?

There are an estimated 71,000 rounds of golf played at Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course each year.

Does Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course have water hazards?

Yes, there are water hazards on the Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course course.

Does Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course have sand bunkers?

Yes, there are 1-10 sand bunkers located on the Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course course.

When are the greens aerated at Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course?

Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Short Course at Lake Chabot Municipal Golf Course are aerated in March and September.