Bayonet GC: #18
Bayonet GC: View from #18
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4.6
1539 Reviews (1539)
5 Stars
905
4 Stars
451
3 Stars
129
2 Stars
30
1 Stars
24
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.4
92.4%
Recommend this course
1414 out of 1539 reviews
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4.4
23 Reviews (23)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
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1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.0
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.6
91.3%
Recommend this course
21 out of 23 reviews
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4.6
65 Reviews (65)
5 Stars
49
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
2
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2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
92.3%
Recommend this course
60 out of 65 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

4.6
1539 Reviews (1539)

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
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

2020 Christmas eve

Turned into a beautiful day on this track. The best part is the views. Lacked lush fairways. The tee boxes were in great condition and the greens could have used some attention. If you have the money and don't have to commute to far its a very playable track. We traveled an hour and got it for a great deal. I would not pay 165 to do it again.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome course

Everything about my round was exceptional. From the proshop staff and course staff to course itself. Stunning views, well manicured with tricky greens.

A true pleasure to play

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great place, excellent given the craziness of covid in December

Under the circumstances you could say they did an excellent job. A few of the greens were inconsistent in speed and softness. Also the fairways were not at perfect as you would love, but again. It's December. So it's a definite 5 stars overall.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Great course but too dry

Layout at Bayonet is really, really good! I walk and it is a pretty easy walk and great views. Not sure what is going on with the turf but the fairways are suspect and the greens are too firm. The greens have too many slopes to have them that firm and fast. But the did roll great. Anyways, it is probably due to how dry it has been but you think they would be able to throw some water on the greens at least??? I would go back any time regardless and hopefully they can get back in good shape.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Needs water

Great layout but very dry. I played with a local who indicated they have no been putting money into the course and the turf did seem to be stressed and in need of water. This would be a gem if they managed the turf better. Perhaps this is COVID related but they seem to be getting plenty of play so I would question this as an excuse.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0

Fairways/greens

I haven’t played at Bayonet- Monterey CA in years. I was so excited to come back to this course to this challenging course. The views are still beautiful, but sadly the course was not in good shape. The fairways and putting greens looked like something had invaded the pristine grasses. Lumpy, hard and blotchy patches all over the course. We had a discounted price but I would have paid more to play somewhere else. Poppy Hills was in excellent condition- we played there the day before and enjoyed every minute.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pins

Who ever set the pins must been having a bad day and took it out on us. Each hole had very difficult pin placements. Definitely Sunday pins in a major tournament. I’m blaming my putting whose on this but it is still a great course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The fairways were a mix of numerous grasses... w more sanded divots than I’ve ever seen on a course, leaving a very uneven surface.. The real issue is your service... I made two reservations, however my friend hurt his wrist 3 days before we were toplay... I was not able to contact anyone at GN.. the site wouldn’t accept my password, send me a reset code, nor could I speak with anyone on your 800 number!!! I am stuck with a green fee due to you complete lack of service... you’re no longer on my radar... Evan Long.... 704-564-9929

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Humbling Bayonet review

A difficult but still fair course - greens are quick and undulating creating challenges even for a good player. Course knowledge is a must.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value for first class course

Completed 18 holes in 4 hrs 12-4 good pace did not feel rushed

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 72
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 72
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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