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San Diego embodies laid-back California culture, complete with a Boardwalk, surfing communities, and outstanding Mexican food. Breathe in the fresh ocean air at Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, then gobble down a fresh fish taco at a La Jolla seafood joint. The naval aircrafts at the USS Midway Museum will have you standing at attention. A free Sunday concert at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion is the perfect way to unwind after a Saturday night bar-hop in the thumping Gaslamp Quarter.
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1. Colina Park Golf Course
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Colina Park is an 18-hole, par-3 golf course open to the public seven days a week. Located in City Heights, Colina Park Golf Course offers golfers of all skill levels a fun and challenging way to test their short game. Every hole is less than 110 yards and includes elevated tee boxes and contoured greens, giving golfers the opportunity to get creative with their skills!
2. Torrey Pines Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 535 reviews
Torrey Pines offers two PGA courses.
Reviewed By CoachJJDC
I believe this is the secret of Torrey Pines…. Its the little brother and lesser known of the two gems that make up one of our country’s most beautiful Municipal courses The course is challenging with breathtaking views of the ocean, La Jolla cove, cliffs and undeveloped pacific areas. I walked the course for a better feel of the land and less distractions during the round. Pick the right tees, take a few pictures and enjoy your round. Torrey pines North is busy for a reason, it’s one of the best values in golf with breathtaking views set overlooking the pacific ocean. Unfortunately, from now through the US Open, the North course will be closed.... but for $68 in the PM and $115 in the morning, it's a great value. Carts are per cart and $40... but walking is the way to go. Tips: 1. The AM rounds, until 9:30 or 10:00 AM can have fog or the “marine layer” obscure the holes, particularly near the ocean. 2. In the “winter months” or near June gloom, you might want to take an extra pair of socks, in case your golf shoes are not waterproof… the rough can be wet and having a dry pair of socks to change into, can make it more comfortable. 3. Take an extra towel to lay your clubs on, when you are near the green, if you are playing in the morning. In addition, if playing near the Farmers open, the rough will be extremely long, you might want to bring along a white marker (short towel), to lay beside your ball, if you have to go back to the cart for a club…. More than once, even when walking a short distance, I turned around and could not find my ball in the “elevator rough”. At times you have to be looking straight down, to find the ball in the long rough. 4. It is famously difficult to get a T-time on this course if you are not a local. With the system now accepting T times 90 days ahead and requiring a $40 booking fee, it’s even harder. I have found, when in town, as a “single” if you show up in the early AM, I could ALWAYS get on one of the courses, since some people don’t show up. You can also stay at the Torrey Pines lodge and they can get you on the course, since they have reserved Tee times at both the South and North courses. The day I was there, they even accommodated a foursome walk-up, but that's unusual. 5. After your round, do yourself a favor and stop by the Grill at Torrey Pines lodge and have yourself a meal, a beer, some wine or appetizers. Nothing more relaxing and serene and relaxing than to stay by the fire-pits, or at the tables overlooking the famous course and the pacific sunset. Torrey Pines North, the secret of Torrey pines... Hope you agree
3. Mission Trails
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
A lovely course situated next to Lake Murray.
4. Meadows Del Mar Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
This Fazio-designed 18-hole golf course is located in a dramatic setting of shimmering lakes, canyons and hills.
5. Rancho Bernardo Inn Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
An 18-hole golf course.
Reviewed By 163berniem
RBI Golf course is very well maintained and fun to play! We enjoyed lunch overlooking the course and had wonderful service by Emily D. It was her first day back after the Covid closing-She was thrilled to be back. The food was excellent!
6. Carlton Oaks Country Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
This challenging Perry Dye-designed golf course measures 7,088 yards featuring meandering streams, mature trees, undulating landscape and peninsula tie greens.
7. Carmel Mountain Ranch Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 29 reviews
Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club is one of the premier semi-private golf clubs in the greater San Diego area. The 6,400 yard course meanders through an upscale residential community, presenting the golfer with panoramic mountain views. Since no two holes adjoin each other, golfers feel they have the course to themselves.Carmel Mountain Ranch is a true shotmaker's course with elevation changes, strategic choices and fast undulating greens. Designed by Ron Fream, the course has hosted U.S. Open qualifying, the San Diego Open qualifying and many local events. The club offers practice facilities, teaching professionals, club rentals, a complete golf shop, restaurant and bar, and banquet facilities.
8. Mission Bay Golf Course
9. Oaks North Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Ted Robinson design, with three nine-hole courses, offers a challenging round of golf: the par threes are no pushovers and players will use every club in the bag.
