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720 Reviews (720)
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
95.7%
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4.6
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4.7
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4.9
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Course Highlights
Stunning ocean views and a memorable layout with standout holes make this course a top-rated destination for visiting golfers. Friendly staff, well-maintained fairways, and true-rolling greens consistently deliver outstanding value.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Links
Par 70
Length 6284 yards
Slope 131
Rating 71.8

The Links at Bodega Harbour is conveniently situated along the Sonoma County Coast, only an hour from San Francisco and two hours from Sacramento. Its location perched above the Pacific also provides stunning ocean views. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr.in 1978, the back nine was the original course before the front nine was added nine years later. Jones designed a traditional Scottish links layout complete with rolling fairways and fast, undulating greens. There are almost 100 bunkers strategically situated throughout as well as thick patches of native coastal rough that are just waiting to swallow even slightly errant shots. The golf course is not long but it requires both skill and strategy. The final three holes are not only the most challenging, they also boast the most breathtaking views.

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Course Details

Year Built 1978
Greens Poa Annua/Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $22
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Bistro

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

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Reviews

4.6
720 Reviews (720)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
19th Hole Scenic Views 17
Drinks 17
Dinner 10
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 36
Bunkers 27
Undulating Greens 23
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 35
A Weekend Splurge 25
Advanced Golfers 23
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 40
Near Local Attractions 8
Convenient to the City 6

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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

From the t boxes to the greens, the course is in great shape. The sand is the bunkers is consistant and there is plenty of it. Greens are at least 12

From the Tee boxes to the greens, the course is in great shape. The sand in the bunkers is consistent and there is plenty of it. Greens are at least 12 on the stint meter. Played on a beautiful day with no fog. Views are outstanding.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

What an amazing day!

We had a wonderful round. The course was great condition. The tee boxes were well maintained and were even for great footing.
Fairways and rough were in great shape and for the most part wide open. The bunkers were well groomed and plentiful.
Green were true and smooth!
This course was thoroughly enjoyable and more half the price of some very prestigious venues.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

A challenge worth taking

The greens were in excellent condition. Slightly breezy but a great day with outstanding views. I am a high handicapper but I love the challenge this course offers.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0

Challenging Course; great views but lots of wind!

This was one of the craziest rounds of golf I've ever played. At least 30-40 mph of wind on every single hole, every single shot. The course was in great shape, greens were very nice. Layout of the course is fun and the drive there (from the east bay) was beautiful. No driving range was a bummer; we found out the day before we played so we actually stopped at Adobe Creek to hit balls. We tee'd off at 1:20 PM on Saturday; I don't know if we went on a 'bad' day or if that's just how the course is (as far as the wind) but it was extremely tough. Let's put it this way; I hit a 5 WOOD FROM 150 OUT ON THE PAR 3 17TH HOLE! It was definitely an experience unlike anything I have ever had before. The views of the Ocean and Bay are gorgeous and almost every hole has a unique view. It's hard to blame the course because of the wind but it makes it hard to recommend to any of my friends.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Beautiful.corse, will play again,,,

Unfortunately , the weather was foggy, could not see where I was to go , but a first rate beautiful course that I will try again when the weather permits .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

beautiful scenery, tough course

The experience of this course begins with the scenic drive to Bodega Bay, Past memories of Hitchcocks' The Birds, the road winds through Marin County hamlets. Course is quite hilly, winding through homes however this is not a typical real estate course, as the elevation changes provide an open view to the Ocean on almost all holes. Visible fog banks answer the question why this was the setting for Carpenters' "The Fog". Great value but could use more distance markers on fairway or otherwise more prominent distance guidance. Overall signage is lacking, as it is unclear where certain things are, such as the proshop. Usage of gas carts appear a bit outdated, but maybe the hilliness is a challenge for regular cart batteries.
Restaurant serves very good food, so stop by there after your round.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Beautiful Course!!!

I don't mind the 1 1/2 hour drive from Oakland to play here.
This is a fun and beautiful course. I would have given 5 stars but on this visit the greens were in repair.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course, but not when it is blowing 25 plus

This is a beautiful course and challenging even when it isn't blowing 25 mph plus. The day I happened to play it was going just that. I was hitting 3 wood where I normally hit a 5 iron and still coming up short into the wind. The one downside is the scenery is obscured by the homes that line most of the holes. It is worth the trip if you live or are in the area. Not sure how the pace of play is normally but walking as a single I caught up to a group 4 holes ahead of me (this might have had to do with the wind).

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

The fairways were in great conditions, the traps were pristine, but a couple of the greens were barren and patched in places.

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The round took a little over 4 hours and the pace of play was great. I always enjoy playing this challenging and scenic course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great golf course, beautiful, challenging, interesting.

I played this course three days ago and I have already told everyone I know who plays golf about this fun caostal gem. Holes 5, 16 and 17 are worth the price of admission all on their own. I'll be back...

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Excellent layout. Greens in poor condition right now

My first time playing Bodega. Not a long course, but from the back tees very challenging. Must drive it straight. Local knowledge important. You don't need a driver off the tee on some of the par 4s and par 5s. Incredible views of the coastline from many of the tees and greens. Substantial elevation changes on some holes. The wind was howling, sometimes a 3 club difference, requiring flighting the ball low or high, left or right, and letting the wind move it. Unfortunately the greens were in dismal condition. I enjoyed the round, but would have had an even better experience if the greens had been in better condition.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Windy, yet delightful.

Teed off at 12:20. It was windy. All day. Sometimes three-clubs worth. Also, because of the lack of rain, the greens were still sandy four weeks out from aerating. Regardless, it was a fantastic day. From the new club house, the condition of the fairways, bunkers, and tee boxes, the new warm-up putting green, the cleanliness of the carts, the amount of staff on hand during a holiday, the attitudes of the staffers, the $7 each "wind" discount we received, beer selection, quality of hotdog buns, and the friendliness of the members out there... it was all exceptional. This is always one of our favorite courses. Tough, but beautiful. And for $35, non-twilight, holiday weekend w/ cart... they will certainly see us again and again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL COURSES IN SONOMA COUNTY

The golf is wonderful. But the views are magnificent !!! If you get tired of the challenging course, then look up and all around you at the wonderful views of the Pacific coast and the ocean. It will stop you in your tracks. The greens need some work and they are working on improving them currently, and during the winter the course can get very wet but drains well so there is very little mud on the ball. Lift and place !! Brand new club house was a welcome sight and the view from the bar at the 19th hole is wonderful. Stay for a drink and a sunset. Golf cannot get much better than this !!!!!

Conditions Poor
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Quirky but fun resort course, needs a little improvement

Unfortunately the sideways rain and moderate winds kept us from completing the round, gave up after playing 12 (but we played 18 on the way to the clubhouse). A somewhat cramped layout, with several layup tee shots and, in my opinion, too many houses close to the fairway. The links layout kept many balls in play that would be otherwise in a backyard. Greens were good, fairways were well-maintained. Carts could use more rain protection for clubs and golfers considering the seaside location,. The staff was another negative - two days after leaving a voice message after one of my party left an article of clothing behind we still had not received a return call. Unfortunately, that part of the staff took away from the excellent service from Tatia in the restaurant and the well-informed and cordial on-course staff.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

This place is beautiful!!!

The views are excellent! A true links type course, absolutely wonderfu to play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

California Links Course

A real gem on the Sonoma Coast. Weather is always a factor with cool temperatures and windy conditions. This is a links course so when you are off the fairway you are out of luck (bring plenty of balls). There are views of the ocean from every hole. The unique aspect to this course is that you cross a reserve area that requires you to walk the 16th and 17th hole. Pull carts are provided for these holes.
Truly an experience that should be enjoyed by anyone who loves a golf adventure.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Fun Course to Play

This is a fun and challenging course to play with spectacular views of Bodega Bay and the Pacific Ocean from every hole. Once we got used to the rolling fairways and the unforgiving rough we really enjoyed our afternoon, The wind came into play on most holes so our game needed adjusting for that as well.
The course climbs up to the top of a hill with incredible views and finishes along the beach with the ocean a few yards away. Incredible if you like the scenery and terrain changes!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Pebble beach in the North Bay

This is a great and challenging course. Narrow fairways and lots of different elevations. On a clear day it is one of the most beautiful courses in the northbay.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Beautiful Bodega

I made the mistake of booking a 7 am Tee time, the visibility was extremely poor until the 12th hole or so due to thick fog. The course is in fantastic shape, I can't wait to go back and play in the afternoon sunshine.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

A TREMENDOUS CHALLENGE

I HAVE BEEN PLAYING BODEGA HARBOUR GOLF LINKS FOR THE BETTER PART OF 25 YEARS AND I NEVER TIRE OF CHALLENGE IT PRESENTS TO THE GOLFER EVERY DAY. FROM THE UNIQUE 16TH HOLE TO THE EXCELLENT GROUPING OF PAR THREES TO THE UNSUAL PAR FIVE FOURTH HOLE, BODEGA PRESENTS A STIFF CHALLENGE EVEN IF THE WIND ISN'T BLOWING. ALSO, IF YOU GOLF GAME ISN'T UP TO IT THAT DAY HOW CAN YOU GET FRUSTRATED WITH THE SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEWS.
WHAT A WONDERFUL GOLF COURSE.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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