Golfing

San Diego Golf Courses

Welcome to Beautiful and Sunny, San Diego, California – the perfect year-round golf destination and the fastest growing destination for golf in California if not fastest growing golf destination in the whole U.S.A.

Most people recognize Torrey Pines Golf Course and the La Costa Golf Resort & Spa are the most famous golf courses in San Diego but the San Diego golf scene has much more to offer beyond those two world-renown golf courses. Listed below are the 20 best golf courses in San Diego that we recommend along with a brief description of each.

San Diego’s Top Golf Courses:

Click the golf course below to find out more information including tee times, location, contact numbers and pricing.

Source: www.golfsandiego.com

• Arrowood Golf Course
• Aviara Golf Resort
• Carlton Oaks Golf Course
• Carmel Mtn Ranch Golf Club
• Crosscreek Golf Course
• Eastlake Golf Course
• Eaglecrest Golf Course
• La Costa Golf Resort
• Riverwalk Golf Course
• Steele Canyon Golf Club
• Sycuan Golf Resort & Casino
• Maderas Golf Club
• Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort
• Salt Creek Golf Course
• Temecula Creek Inn Golf Resort
• Torrey Pines Golf Course
• Twin Oaks Golf Course
• The Vineyard Golf Course

 

San Diego with an average annual rainfall of about 5 inches, the San Diego golf climate seasonally ranges in

temperature from 60 – 85 degrees, with 75 degrees being the average. It literally does not rain at all in San Diego for 6 – 8 months at a stretch. (April – Oct) Year-round golf weather doesn’t get much better than that! Counting every Private and Executive / Par 3 golf course in San Diego, there are well over 90 golf courses in San Diego and the San Diego County area. The green fees to play these San Diego courses are an absolute bargain in comparison to other golf destinations in the country. The quality, variety and design of the layouts are very impressive and offer all types of golf experiences to fit anyone’s budget.

For more information or to make a San Diego Golf Course tee time reservation please click the appropriate link and…

Enjoy San Diego…America’s Finest City and a Phenomenal Golf Destination for a family experience!

For San Diego tee times and more information about Torrey Pines Golf Course.

Rancho Santa Fe Golf Courses:

Rancho Santa Fe Covenant

The Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is nestled in the heart of the historic Rancho Santa Fe “Covenant” area. The Club’s championship course, long regarded as one of the premier golf venues in the western United States, sets a tone of rustic beauty and elegance for the “Covenant”.  The original course, designed by Max Behr, opened in 1927 and was the original site of the Bing Crosby Pro-Am tournament.  Long distinguished as one of the finest layouts in California, the course was extensively renovated in 2002, elevating it to one the best-conditioned and best-designed golf venues in the western United States.
The Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club is owned by the Rancho Santa Fe Association,. Membership in the Club is available only to members of the Rancho Santa Fe Association, by virtue of ownership of Covenant property.

RSF Golf Club

5827 Via de la Cumbre
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Voice: (858) 756-3094

 

Bridges:

The Bridges is an exciting 18 hole regulation course located at the The Bridges At Rancho Santa Fe facility in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. From the longest tees it presents 6,901 yards of golf for a par of 71. The private course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., ASGCA and opened in 1999.  Its dramatic terrain; deep canyons, lakes, streams and superb landscaping make it both mentally challenging and visually stimulating. The Bridges course is home to ABC-TV’s The Battle at The Bridges.

The Bridges is located at 18550 Seven Bridges Rd., Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091-0216
Phone: (858) 756-8700
http://www.thebridgesrsf.com/

 

Fairbanks Ranch

Fairbanks Ranch is a great 18 hole regulation course located at the Fairbanks Ranch Country Club facility in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. From the longest tees it features 7,225 yards of golf for a par of 72. The course was designed by Ted Robinson, ASGCA/(R)John Harbottle, ASGCA and opened in 1984.

Fairbanks Ranch Country Club was established in 1984 on the site of the Olympic Equestrian Endurance Event. Many of the equestrian jumps remain on the course as fitting adornments in its alluring, natural setting.  Our picturesque 27 holes, designed by Ted Robinson, Jr., are broken down into 3 very walk- able courses: The Valley, Lakes and Ocean.

Fairbanks Ranch Country Club

15150 San Dieguito Road, P.O. Box 8586, Rancho Santa Fe, California 92067.

Phone:858-259-8811
Email: frccrecep@fairbanksranch.com

Del Mar Country Club

Del Mar Country Club is a private sanctuary of natural beauty carved into a secluded valley in the prestigious community of Rancho Santa Fe. The Joseph Lee designed course is just three miles from the beach and popular Del Mar race-track.  Ambling brooks, crystal lakes and cascading waterfalls wind their way through the 7,226-yard championship layout. The fairways and greens are noted for their impeccable maintenance, and Del Mar County Club is one of the only courses in the area that transitions from a summer Bermuda grass to a winter Rye, ensuring a perfect playing surface all year long. The course’s classic design featuring five sets of tees makes it playable for the average golfer, yet still challenging for the more advanced.  In order to provide the ultimate private club experience, Del Mar Country Club has adopted a ‘NO TEE TIME’ policy, so that members may show up and get started whenever they are ready – just one of the many reasons Del Mar was named “Best Private Course” by Ranch & Coast magazine.

Del Mar Country Club

http://www.delmarcountryclub.com/

6001 Clubhouse Drive
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
(858) 759-5500

Rancho Santa Fe Farms

The Farms is a private, member-owned equity “golf” club devoted exclusively to golf. With members from Southern California, throughout the country and around the globe, The Farms attracts friendly golfers who share a love for the game and its traditions. We are one of the few true golf clubs which offers a non-resident membership status.

The Fall 2008 issue of Golf Digest/Index named The Farms as one of the top “50 Clubs with the Best Players” in the United States. The Farms was ranked number 14 out of the top 50 and was the only San Diego golf club recognized in the survey. Rancho Santa Fe Farms Golf Club is located at 8500 St. Andrews Road, P.O. 2769, Rancho Santa Fe, CA  92067.  Phone:  858-756-5585

The Crosby

The Crosby at Rancho Santa Fe is a 722-acre luxurious Southern California golf community located just north of San Diego. It was named as a tribute to Bing Crosby’s love of the game. This beautiful master planned private development features a spectacular 340 foot bridge framing the luxurious aura of the golf community. The Crosby National Golf Club features an 18-hole, par 70 championship golf course designed by PGA star Fred Couples and golf course architect Brian Curley. The Crosby Club Golf Address:

PO BOX 2504, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067.  Phone: 858.756.6310

Morgan Run

Morgan Run Resort & Club is located next to a sub-division of Rancho Santa Fe known as Whispering Palms, and is located in the heart of an area rich in heritage in the San Dieguito Valley, approximately 20 miles north of downtown San Diego. In 1960, Roy Canady, a nationally know building contractor and golf course builder, purchased 300 acres and named the area “Whispering Palms”, which was described as “an area of unlimited sunshine and tropical climate.”  In 1993, the name was changed to Morgan Run by Cobblestone Properties, who purchased the Club from Ted Vallas. Morgan Run is located at 5690 Cancha de Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, California 92091.  (858) 756-3255

SantaLuz

Santaluz is San Diego’s Premier Golf Community located adjacent to Fairbanks Ranch and Rancho Santa Fe. The Santaluz Club is nestled in the heart of this 3,800-acre village whose highest knolls offer panoramic views of the coast. The natural habitat of golden rolling hills and timeless traditional California architecture of the homes and clubhouses create an authentic early California setting, unlike any other in the region.

The Grand Del Mar Golf Club

The Grand Del Mar Golf Club was designed by nationally acclaimed golf course architect Tom Fazio, who is known for his keen ability to marry environmental design with challenging but fair courses. This luxury golf resort and residential enclave is the only Fazio creation in San Diego. The 7,160-yard par-72 golf course winds through the beautiful Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve and spreads over more than 380 lush acres.

The course’s dramatic elevations and 78 strategically placed bunkers make for a challenging and unforgettable golf experience. Lined by thick chaparral and colorful sage, most of the fairways are ample and gently sloped toward the middle. The golf club is located at 5200 Grand Del Mar Way, San Diego, CA 92130.
info@thegrandgolfclub.com

Torrey Pines Golf Course

Designed by legendary course architect William P. Bell and completed by his son, William F. Bell, Torrey Pines opened in 1957, and offers two 18-hole Championship courses; the North and South courses.  Both courses test a player’s skill with tight fairways, lush rough, as well as trees, bunkers, sand and often challenging weather conditions. On the South Course, there are many holes with direct views of the Pacific, a hundred yards below the links, and several more with views of a huge natural canyon. The North Course offers several holes that are situated high atop the bluffs overlooking the coastline.

In 2001, celebrated golf course designer Rees Jones was given the task of remodeling the South Course, an endeavor that has been met with almost universal acclaim. Now an impressive 7,607 yards in length, the Torrey Pines South Course has been selected to host the 2008 US Open Championship.

Torrey Pines is a municipal course, owned and maintained by the City of San Diego. In addition to the North and South courses, facilities include a driving range, practice putting greens, food/beverage carts and a restaurant/grill at the Lodge at Torrey Pines which is adjacent to the golf course.  Located at 11480 North Torrey Pines Rd., La Jolla, CA 92037.  Phone: (858) 581-7171 or Toll-free (877) 581-7171

La Costa Golf Course

The best thing about playing La Costa is that anyone can measure their performance against the best players in the world. For golfers of all abilities, La Costa Golf Resort & Spa is a dream come true. The two PGA Championship 18-hole courses are both beautiful and traditional in design and home to the exciting World Golf Championships – the Accenture Match Play Championship. At La Costa Golf Resort & Spa you can experience the courses which have challenged the PGA Tour’s finest golfers for over thirty years.

For tee times call 1.800.854.5000 or book on-line:   http://www.lacosta.com/Tee-Times.aspx

Four Seasons Resort Aviara Golf Club

Honored in 2008 as Condé Nast Traveler‘s number one golf resort in Southern California, Four Seasons Resort Aviara Golf Club offers superb golf facilities.

The course is sculpted around natural topography, with water hazards positioned as visual extensions of the lagoon. The club includes a 32,000-square-foot (3,000-square-metre), two-storey Spanish colonial clubhouse with a complete golf shop.

For golf reservations or information, please call 1 (760) 603-6900.

Lomas Santa Fe Country Club Golf Course

Our 18-hole, par 72 Billy Bell-designed championship course is tough yet forgiving. Generous fairways give you plenty of grass to aim for, while well-positioned bunkers are ready to claim errant shots. Spectacular ocean views will test your focus as will our undulating greens.  Located at 1505 Lomas Santa Fe Drive,  Solana Beach, CA 92075.
858-755-6768

Lomas Santa Fe Executive Golf Course

Lomas Santa Fe Executive Golf Course is one of the best “Little-Big” courses you’ll ever play! At Par 56 and a couple of Par 4s including one that takes up 250 yards of this 2300 yard layout, this is a fun and challenging round of golf that won’t beat you up or take all day to play. This is one of the best upscale, well-maintained executive golf courses in San Diego County.  Located at 1580 Sun Valley Road, Solana Beach, CA 92075. 858-755-0195

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

The Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, located on rolling hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean, is one of the City’s gems. The City owns the course and administers the operations contract. Daily operations of the course have been contracted to J.C. Resorts.

The course is located at 1275 Quail Gardens Drive, at the intersection of Leucadia Blvd. and Quail Gardens Drive. For course information, please call (760) 944-1936 or 1-800-662-6439. You can also learn more about the course by visiting the J.C. Resorts web site at http://www.jcgolf.com/courses-encinitas.

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