Cupertino, CA

Blackberry Farm Golf Course

Holes
9
Par
29
Yards
1544
Slope
93
Rating
28.5

Public

Semi-private

Private

Tucked along the banks of Stevens Creek in the heart of Silicon Valley, Blackberry Farm Golf Course is a nine-hole, par-29 municipal course that offers an approachable, scenic round for golfers of every level. Owned by the City of Cupertino and set within the larger Blackberry Farm park, the course pairs tree-lined fairways and small, gently undulating greens with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a welcome escape from the surrounding tech hub.

Quick Facts

Detail

Information

Established

1962

Architect

Robert Muir Graves, ASGCA

Type

Public (municipal, City of Cupertino)

Holes / Par

9 / 29

Yardage

1,544 yards

Course Rating / Slope

28.5 / 93

Grass

Bluegrass greens and fairways

Location

22100 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014

Course History

Blackberry Farm Golf Course was built in 1962, designed by noted California golf course architect Robert Muir Graves. For its first three decades the course was privately owned, operating as a compact recreational golf facility on the wooded creekside property.

In 1991, the City of Cupertino purchased the property, and the course has since operated as a public, municipal facility. Today it remains part of the broader Blackberry Farm park and recreation area, continuing to serve local golfers and families as an accessible neighborhood course.

The Design & Architecture

Robert Muir Graves routed the nine holes along the banks of Stevens Creek, weaving them through mature trees to create a tranquil, wooded setting. The design favors accuracy over power: narrow, tree-lined fairways funnel play toward small, gently undulating greens, and subtle elevation changes add a quiet strategic challenge. Bunkering is minimal and strategically placed, with the occasional water hazard coming into play near the creek. At par 29 across just over 1,500 yards, it is a short, walkable layout built around par 3s with a couple of short par 4s.

Playing the Course

With a par of 29 and a total length of 1,544 yards, Blackberry Farm is an executive-length course that plays quickly and welcomes golfers of every ability. Beginners and juniors can build confidence in a relaxed environment, while experienced players use the tight, tree-framed holes to sharpen their short game and iron accuracy. A course rating of 28.5 and slope of 93 reflect a forgiving scorecard, but the small greens and creekside setting reward a thoughtful, well-placed round. The gentle terrain makes it an easy and enjoyable walk.

Know Before You Go

  • Access: A public, municipal course owned by the City of Cupertino and open to all players; tee times can be booked online.

  • Location: 22100 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014, set within the Blackberry Farm park and recreation area.

  • Amenities & contact: A practice driving range is on site; reach the course at (408) 253-9200 or via blackberryfarmgolfcourse.com.

  • Tip: With its short, walkable layout and forgiving scorecard, it is an ideal spot for a quick nine, a family outing, or dialing in your short game.

History

Year built
1962
Architect
Robert Muir Graves (original, 1962); later renovation by Forrest Richardson