Sierra Star Golf Course
Elevate Your Game
Experience Sierra Star Golf Course, where pristine lakes, emerald fairways, and mountain vistas converge in the Eastern Sierra. Our 18-hole Championship Course, open to all, plays to a par of 70 and elevates your game at 8,000 feet. Relish the thrill of hitting a pitching wedge 150 yards, dial in your yardages amidst rolling hills and tree-lined fairways, and soak in the majesty of North America's finest views–all in one unforgettable round.
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Sierra Star Golf Course2001 Sierra Star PkwyMammoth Lakes, CA 93546See on mapContact
760.924.GOLF
Golf Passes
Lock in early bird pricing by June 9
Play the first and every subsequent 7th round free with our best-selling Sierra Star Card, and enjoy discounted rounds all season long. For our most frequent players, we offer season passes that will get you on the greens all season.
Green Fees
Sierra Star Golf Course offers 18-hole and 9-hole tee times. During our high season, tee times begin at 7:00 AM and twilight rates begin at 1:00 PM. Low on time? We offer 5 Holes after 5:00 PM for $40, a great way to get a little Sierra Star magic in before the sun sets.
Check back soon to view green fees and book tee times.
Specials
Discounts and weekly specials are offered throughout the summer. Deals include free afternoon golf for kids, Locals Wednesday, Emergency 9 at Snowcreek, and discounts for Ikon Pass holders and Mammoth Lodging Collection guests.
Check back soon for more details about summer golf deals and specials.
Pro Shop
We pride ourselves on offering the best in golf equipment, apparel and accessories. Swing by, say hi to Dave or Ian, and check out the latest from the top brands in the industry.
If you're looking for rentals, Sierra Star has performance rental sets featuring Taylormade Stealth, Callaway Paradym, and Ping430 lines. All three feature top of the line forgiveness and playability. Pair these hot sets up with our altitude and you'll be hitting your longest shots ever. We have sets for men, ladies, juniors, and left-handed players.
To contact the Pro Shop, call 760.924.GOLF.
On-Course Dining
Sierra Star Golf Courses offers convenient beverage and dining options for you to choose from before, during, or after your rounds.
Enjoy the surroundings from Sierra Star's Chip Shot Café, open for breakfast, lunch and happy hour. Stop by to enjoy a meal and drinks inside, or soak up some sunshine on the patio that is overlooking the 18th green.
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Golf Lessons
Better Your Swing & Love for the Game
Sierra Star has a special learning environment that welcomes newcomers to the sport and focuses on fun. With several learn-to-golf programs, our skilled teaching pros can help you learn the basics, jump from beginner to intermediate or drop your handicap to a single digit.
If you're looking to warm up before a round or work on your short game, check out our practice facility that features a chipping green, putting green and swing nets. Facility is free to use during operating hours.
Sierra Star has several PGA professionals who offer personal instruction. Private lessons are 45 minutes and must be scheduled in advance. We also offer Get Golf Ready packages that include a series of lessons.
Meet the Instructors
Dave Schacht & Ian Birrell
Head Pro Dave Schacht has been the course pro at Sierra Star for twenty two years. His skill and personality has made him one of the premier PGA teaching professionals on the West Coast. With techniques focusing on balance, body rotation and swing form, Dave can develop a game improvement plan that will have you playing to the best of your potential.
Ian Birrell was a club champion at the Old Course at St Andrews, Scotland. His passion for golf and energetic personality make learning from Ian an unforgettable experience. In addition to improving your swing, Ian also strives to improve your innate abilities and foster a life-long love for the game.
Kids Get Golf Ready
Watch your kids swing through summer, thanks to our 6-week Kids Get Golf Ready Program. Suitable for ages 5–11, our kids program is a great way for kids to get outdoors and build skills at Sierra Star Golf Course.
Check back soon for dates and registration information.
Snowcreek Golf Course
Do you only have time for 9 holes? Check out Snowcreek Golf Course, just minutes away, nestled between the Sherwins and Mammoth Mountain. This public resort plays 3,306 yards from the back tees and to a par 35. Explore product options like the Snowcreek 10-Round Punch Card and the Creek Card for added value.
Sierra Star Golf Course
Sierra Star is open daily from 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, May 23 – October 12, 2025.
Sierra Star Golf Course
2001 Sierra Star Pkwy
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Snowcreek Golf Course
Snowcreek is open daily from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, May 23 – October 12, 2025.
Snowcreek Golf Course
2 Fairway Dr
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
18 holes, par 70
Yes. Men are required to wear collared shirts.
Restrooms are located at the pro shop, next to the 5th tee box, at The Divot, and near the 15th green.
Snowcreek Golf Course has a driving range. Sierra Star has a short game facility.
10-15% or 1–2 clubs further. The higher you hit the ball and faster your swing speed, the more of a difference you’ll see.
6–8 on the stimpmeter early in the summer, 9–11 later in the summer. But don't let the slow-ish speeds fool you, our greens make up for it with a lot of slope.
We are located at 8,000’ and our weather can vary radically during the course of the season and even during the course of a day. Highs in June average 60–70 degrees with lows usually in the high 30's. In July and August high temperatures usually fluctuate between 70–80 degrees with lows int he high 40's. Be prepared – snowstorms have been known to hit as late as July and as early as September. Packing a light windbreaker can come in handy with early morning tee times and during the summer when the monsoon thunderstorms are present.
Deer, bears, eagles and ravens are all known to frequent the course. And be prepared for the squirrels to chirp at you during your back swing.
WHAT PAYMENT TYPES ARE ACCEPTED AT THE COURSE?
We've gone cashless as of July 8, 2024. We only accept payment via credit or debit card, mobile payment, or a Mammoth Gift Card.