Bayonet GC: #18
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4.5
1545 Reviews (1545)
5 Stars
906
4 Stars
454
3 Stars
130
2 Stars
30
1 Stars
25
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
89.7%
Recommend this course
1418 out of 1545 reviews
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4.2
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.4
Value
3.9
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.4
85.7%
Recommend this course
24 out of 28 reviews
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4.5
59 Reviews (59)
5 Stars
41
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
88.1%
Recommend this course
52 out of 59 reviews
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Course Highlights
Bayonet's challenging layout features long par fives, undulating fast greens, and tight fairways that reward well-struck shots. Friendly staff, pristine course conditions, and smooth pace of play make this Monterey Peninsula gem consistently worth the trip.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7104 yards
Slope 137
Rating 74.9

It was upon this land that General Bob McClure constructed the Bayonet Golf Course in 1954 and, due to Bayonet's initial acclaim, Fort Ord decided to expand the course. In 1964 a second 18-hole championship course named Black Horse was officially opened.

The Bayonet and Black Horse courses are steeped in rich tradition and have played host to PGA Tour greats such as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson, as well as several U.S. Presidents and foreign dignitaries. After a practice round in 1997, PGA Tour Professional Billy Andrade said, "If they play the U.S. Open here, the scores would be over par. It's tough, but it's fun!" One thing is for certain, the Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Courses offer golf enthusiasts and history buffs alike, an experience that they are unlikely to forget.

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Course Details

Year Built 1954
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens Jacklin T1 Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gene Bates (2008)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $20 - $25
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Bayonet Black Horse Golf Academy & Performance Center"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
1545 Reviews (1545)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 64
Patio Dining 52
19th Hole Scenic Views 47
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 124
Undulating Greens 109
Elevation Changes 92
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 106
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 86
Playing Multiple Courses 70
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 103
Convenient to the City 64
Near Local Attractions 54

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Reviews 1
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart

Friendly Staff, Bad Greens

The course conditions, specifically the greens was very disappointing. The green was lumpy and sparcely grassed, didn't roll true and the ball skipped across the surface. The green condition was very much like what you would expect at an economy pitch and putt.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Great course, poor conditions

Bayonet course wasn’t up to the normal quality that we were used to.. Greens were terrible, uneven, bumpy and very poor quality. Tee boxes were very tore up and fairway’s were thin and grass was spotty. I’m not sure how this course could go from a 5 star to no better the a 2 star. I hope they bring it back to the top condition it used to be.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice views and some cool holes

Great views of the ocean from most holes, I played both courses and course condition is for sure an issue, fairways are not in the best shape, or are the tee box’s also the greens are maybe some of the worst I have ever seen, and I play a lot of courses, almost like painted dirt, and no way can u get a ball to check and stay on green, so many good shots just flying off the green, there is no reward for good shots on this course, not a lot of fun to be had here, very frustrating golf courses, and I was playing fairly well! I will not play here again!! Also on one hole there was a very large squirrel caught in a trap and very much in pain, so very disturbing , it was a horrible experience, night mare material !!!

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens are in BAD shape

Really need to let there greens grow out. Greens are in BAD shape

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Wow it's been a while!

It has been a few years since I've played here. Course conditions perhaps not as good as I remembered before.

Tee boxes were full of divots as well as some fairways. Could be because of CA is basically in a drought. Greens were still pretty quick and difficult though. Course used to always be pristine and in great condition. Course is still quite challenging and tough.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Deteriorated course condition

Have played both courses many times, enjoying the layout, views, and conditions. While the first two continue, the conditions (tees, fairways, and greens) have deteriorated significantly. Sparse grass patches make up the fairways, tees are hacked up, and the greens are super hard with thin grass. Nothing holds on the greens. Hopefully, Troon can bring the course back from the depths.

The facilities are quite nice and the staff extremely friendly and helpful.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Bayonet February 2022

Surprisingly one of the most difficult courses I have ever played. Fairways were hard (probably due to the lack of rain in that area this year). Greens were very sparse in places and extremely fast. The pin placements were in “US Open condition territory” for sure.

Since it was my first time playing, I would now love to go back to play knowing where NOT to hit it.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Conditions have gone downhill

Played Bayonet yesterday for the first time in two or three years and was very disappointed with the conditions. Tee boxes were rough. Fairways were thin with lots of bare spots. Several greens had large areas that had little to no grass at all. Also they were building 65 houses on the front nine. One of the features I liked best about the course previously was the feeling of being out in nature. Sadly, this will not be the case anymore. I have taken the course off my list of must places to play when in the Monterey area.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 72
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fast Round

The starter gave me the option to play

Blackhorse instead of Bayonet- said it was less busy.

Played in 2.5 hrs. Warm, sunny and no wind- ideal conditions for January!

Have been playing these courses since the 70’s - both are World class courses, and a great test of your game!

Hopefully Troon Golf will maintain the integrity of this facility and keep it reasonably priced for locals!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

great time

Excellent course, beautiful day. I would highly recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

First time for the new layout

Played in light fog for the first 6 holes and enjoyed the well sanded bunkers in both the fairway and greenside locations. Plenty of rakes.

Greens are large, receptive and fast.. Tee boxes are beat up for the most part but usable. Fairways are firm and in good shape, the Bermuda rough is as cantankerous as when the base owned the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Batonet

Great day on the links! Greens were very challenging, but made for great competition around the greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Best in Monterey

Beautiful ourselves. Great facility. Always in great shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 48
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great day to play

It was my first time playing there had a blast will be back again, have to play black hours now

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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