About

Following a $13 million renovation at this 36-hole former military facility, Black Horse Golf Course was not only dramatically improved, but now comparable to its more revered sister course, Bayonet. Black Horse has long been considered the easier of the two, but that's not exactly a given now with the improvements and lengthening by golf course architect Gene Bates. Its serrated bunkers may be a little easier to get out of than the cavernous craters on Bayonet, and the fairways are little more generous, but Black Horse makes up for it with more undulating and difficult greens. The renovation also opened up the views to Monterey Bay for both courses. Trees were trimmed, and both courses now have an overall cleaner look, especially with the latest bentgrass turf from tee to green.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 7025 yds
Rating 73.9
Slope 136
Type Public

Course Details

Rentals & Services

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

Practice & Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed

Food & Beverage

Bar
Grill
Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
Banquet Facilities
Year Built 1964
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens Jacklin T1 Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Gene Bates (2008) Chris Gray (1998)

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Rating Index

4.6
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1357 reviews
94.1%
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  • Conditions
    4.4
  • Value
    4.4
  • Layout
    4.8
  • Friendliness
    4.6
  • Pace
    4.5
  • Amenities
    4.3
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Course Highlights
Black Horse delivers a highly rated layout with immaculate conditions and panoramic Monterey Bay views that consistently impress. Exceptional value for the Monterey Peninsula, combined with friendly staff and a smooth pace of play, makes every round rewarding.
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