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Poppy Hills Golf Course
Pebble Beach, CA — Tucked within the majestic Monterey Pines of the Del Monte Forest, Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach, California, is a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design that embodies his philosophy of creating courses that are fun, environmentally sensitive, and offer strategic challenges. Following a significant 2014 renovation, the course was reimagined to expose the sandy soil and create a firm, fast-playing experience reminiscent of a heathland course. Jones Jr.’s design is evident in the natural integration with its surroundings, offering glimpses of the iconic Monterey Bay. The course now features sand-capped fairways for firm and fast conditions, and meticulously crafted bentgrass greens. Poppy Hills is celebrated for its championship-ready turf and is recognized by Golf Digest as one of the 'Top 100 Courses You Can Play.' The course provides an engaging experience for golfers of all abilities, with wider fairways and open entrance greens promoting enjoyable play while still demanding thoughtful shot placement. It's a true 'hidden jewel' of Pebble Beach, offering an incredible blend of beauty, challenge, and hospitality.
Type
Links-Style
Region
Pacific Coast
LooperScore
86.1
Holes
18
Par
72
Yardage
6,861
Established
1986
Design & architects
- Robert Trent Jones Jr — architect
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The Links at Spanish Bay
Pebble Beach, CA · 1.4 mi away
The Links at Spanish Bay, a collaborative masterpiece by Robert Trent Jones Jr., Tom Watson, and Sandy Tatum, masterfully brings the spirit of Scottish links golf to California's iconic 17-Mile Drive. Jones Jr., a pioneer in environmental design, sculpted a course that respects and reveals the land's natural contours, offering a strategic and heroic challenge. Watson, with his deep appreciation for links play, ensured a design that tests both mental and physical prowess, creating a memorable experience sensitive to its stunning coastal environment. The course meanders through sweeping sand dunes, offering breathtaking seaside views that are a hallmark of its setting. The strategic par-4 5th, known as 'Blind Choice' with its distinctive pot bunkers, and the dramatic par-5 14th, stand out as memorable holes. Playing here is an immersive journey where the roar of the Pacific and the rugged beauty of the landscape combine to create an unforgettable round, making it a must-play for any golf enthusiast seeking a true links experience with unparalleled vistas.
Pacific Grove Golf Links
Pacific Grove, CA · 1.6 mi away
Pacific Grove Golf Links, affectionately known as the "Poor Man's Pebble Beach," offers an unparalleled Monterey Peninsula golf experience at a fraction of the cost. This historic 18-hole gem presents a captivating duality, with its front nine, designed by two-time U.S. Amateur champion H. Chandler Egan in 1932, winding through serene, tree-lined parkland. The course dramatically transforms on the back nine, where Jack Neville's masterful design embraces the rugged, windswept dunes and stunning ocean vistas, culminating in breathtaking holes alongside the Pacific. Players are treated to panoramic views of the Point Pinos Lighthouse and the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, particularly on its memorable seaside stretches. The overall playing experience is a delightful blend of challenge and charm, recognized by publications like the USGA's Golf Journal for its unique character. With an award-winning clubhouse and a rich heritage, Pacific Grove Golf Links is ideally suited for destination golfers seeking an authentic coastal California golf adventure and locals who cherish its distinctive, accessible beauty.
Spyglass Hill Golf Course
Pebble Beach, CA · 1.8 mi away
Spyglass Hill Golf Course, a Robert Trent Jones Sr. masterpiece in Pebble Beach, California, is perennially ranked among the toughest and most revered courses in the world. Jones Sr.'s design philosophy, famously aiming to make every hole a hard par but an easy bogey, is vividly brought to life across Spyglass Hill’s dramatic terrain. The course begins with five holes that roll through sandy seaside dunes, demanding precision and strategic navigation. The subsequent thirteen holes are carved through the majestic Monterey Pines of the Del Monte Forest, offering a stark contrast in landscape and challenge. Signature features include the challenging par-3 4th hole, which plays downhill to a green guarded by bunkers, and the iconic par-4 8th, offering stunning ocean views. Spyglass Hill annually co-hosts the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, cementing its status as a championship venue. Its unique blend of seaside links and tree-lined parkland holes, combined with Jones Sr.'s strategic brilliance, makes it an unforgettable and demanding test of golf.