Sherwood Country Club golf course
Private

Sherwood Country Club

62
Alister Index
Course
Exclusivity
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Lake Sherwood, CA · Founded

Sherwood Country Club is a private golf club in Lake Sherwood, California, designed by Jack Nicklaus in 1981. The club has 18 holes, a par of 72. The average member handicap is 11.2 with 45% single-digit players. Estimated initiation fee is $250,000 with monthly dues of $1,250.

Sherwood Country Club is a private club in Lake Sherwood, California, designed by Jack Nicklaus and founded in 1981.

Scorecard

7,098 yardsRating 75.4Slope 144

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Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par453543534364534544343672
Bear3865221855724591865691684213,4683435362034575384234522324463,6307,098
Black3605051755504241685381634053,2883235151914355304124191934243,4426,730
Blue3605051615503991685381484053,2343235151914065033803801824113,2916,525
Blue3324961615343991495141483723,1053064901424065033803801824113,2006,305
White3274271425123681394981313592,9033064791283754513543401624042,9995,902
Red294410954023561004581203382,5732704441103434223383331383362,7345,307
Hdcp913157311117516128618210144

Estimated Membership Costs

Initiation Fee
$250,000
Monthly Dues
$1,250

Fees are estimated and may vary by membership category. Source: estimated. Last updated March 2026. Is this incorrect? Claim this club to update.

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Membership Types
private

Member Profile

Highly Competitive
11.2
Avg Handicap
Median Handicap10.2
Handicap Distribution
9
10
ScratchSingle digitTeens20+
Single-digit players45%
Gender split92% M / 8% F

Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.

About Sherwood Country Club

Jack Nicklaus designed this Lake Sherwood course in 1981, creating dramatic elevation changes throughout the routing. The Golden Bear's architectural philosophy emphasizes risk-reward decision making on every hole.

Key Facts

  • Sherwood Country Club is located in Lake Sherwood, California.
  • Club type: private.
  • Course architect: Jack Nicklaus.
  • Year founded: 1981.
  • Number of holes: 18.
  • Par: 72.
  • Average member handicap: 11.2.
  • Single-digit handicap players: 45%.
  • GHIN-registered members: 25.
  • Estimated initiation fee: $250,000.
  • Estimated monthly dues: $1,250.
  • Membership types: private.
  • Alister Index score: 62/100.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sherwood Country Club

How do I join Sherwood Country Club?
Sherwood Country Club is a private golf club offering private membership. Contact the club directly for current membership availability and application procedures.
What is the initiation fee at Sherwood Country Club?
Sherwood Country Club has an estimated initiation fee of $250,000 and annual dues of $15,000. Fees are estimated and may vary by membership category. Contact the club for the most current fee schedule.
Who designed Sherwood Country Club?
Sherwood Country Club was designed by Jack Nicklaus. The course was established in 1981. It features 18 holes.
How many holes does Sherwood Country Club have?
Sherwood Country Club is an 18-hole private golf club. The club was founded in 1981.
What is the Alister Index score for Sherwood Country Club?
Sherwood Country Club scores 62 out of 100 on the Alister Index (grade D-). The score is based on 4 of the five dimensions — course quality, exclusivity, prestige, member experience, and competitiveness — using the data available for this club.
Where is Sherwood Country Club located?
Sherwood Country Club is located in Lake Sherwood, CA.

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