Black Horse at Bayonet/Black Horse Golf Course
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.
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Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by Davehockey10 on 01/23/2026
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Photo submitted by u314164117789 on 01/03/2026
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Photo submitted by cuem1jVFa53KtYR91ein on 07/12/2025
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Photo submitted by Eric4647645 on 09/21/2024
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Photo submitted by u423719093 on 08/12/2024
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Photo submitted by Rditull1 on 08/30/2023
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Photo submitted by Rditull1 on 07/19/2023
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Photo submitted by Tommy7999582 on 09/08/2022
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Photo submitted by Coronas on 12/03/2021
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Photo submitted by Coronas on 12/03/2021
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Photo submitted by 24thelane on 12/01/2021
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Photo submitted by 7311coho on 10/19/2021
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Good Times! Photo submitted by cdarby66 on 10/18/2021
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Photo submitted by SHARON5760623 on 09/20/2021
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Photo submitted by Apj345 on 08/02/2021
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Photo submitted by adutta80 on 08/01/2021
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Photo submitted by bass7467 on 06/10/2021
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#7 on BlackHorse Photo submitted by privera1111 on 04/09/2021
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Photo submitted by Alex326 on 02/09/2021
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Photo submitted by Ready2teeup on 08/03/2020
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Photo submitted by tigerj18 on 07/27/2020
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A Great Trst Photo submitted by danstone360 on 07/19/2020
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Great views when the clouds burnoff Photo submitted by danstone360 on 07/19/2020
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Photo submitted by Eric4077948 on 06/06/2020
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Photo submitted by spyker95037 on 11/23/2019
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 09/19/2019
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Blackhorse 7/22 Photo submitted by Tarango21 on 07/22/2019
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Photo submitted by Gremlingolfer on 05/15/2019
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Photo submitted by Gremlingolfer on 05/15/2019
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Photo submitted by Gremlingolfer on 05/15/2019
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Photo submitted by pmiddlebrook on 05/11/2017
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Photo submitted by u785556203 on 02/06/2017
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Photo submitted by u785556203 on 02/06/2017
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Photo submitted by u785556203 on 02/06/2017
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No 7 looking at Monterey Bay Photo submitted by dtheders on 08/16/2016
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Photo submitted by chungngo1965 on 02/26/2016
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Photo submitted by fittinguy on 10/31/2014
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Narrow and closely trimmed--let it run! Photo submitted by fittinguy on 10/31/2014
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Photo submitted by JamieFish on 10/13/2013
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Photo submitted by JamieFish on 10/13/2013
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Photo submitted by JamieFish on 10/13/2013
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Photo submitted by mtheobald832 on 10/05/2012
Golfer Reviews
amazing weekend in Carmel
probably the hottest weekend this year in Monterey area,it was 88 degrees and greens were lightning fast almost to a fault.If you didn't hit the hole on the downhill putts ball was long gone most holes.Veiws amazing and fairways in great condition only complaint I have was didn't see the cart girl the whole round and it was hot.Are 4 some was dreaming about a beer most of the round.
Can't wait to return
Had a great day at this course. Greens are scary fast but now that I understand them I look forward to my next round.
Fast greens but beautiful layout
Fantastic track with very slick greens makes this a challenging test of your ability. Don't expect to shoot your handicap, unless you're playing your A game, but enjoy the beautiful location and occasional putt for birdie. Great value for the money with a hot deal!
Blackhorse review
The course has recently developed a grass disease. The fairways were the worst I've ever seen in 30 years of playing there. Hopefully, the greenskeeper figures it out.
Crazy greens
I had heard many great things about both courses at B/BH and most were true. I would have to say that the greens were a little too crazy for me and the rest of my foursome. I love a good challenge but it was all about luck on the greens. Many were saddle shaped with steep fronts and/or backs. Just couldn’t a handle on them. I preferred Bayonet of the two. Beautiful vistas on some holes, though.
Circus greens
The course is challenging but the greens put it over the top. Many are ruthless a couple are readable and the rest are somewhat in between. I would choose Bayonet of the two
Always a good round
Two great tracks, great ground crew and staff. Looking forward to full time grass range (not into mats) but a very good practice facility. Would like to have them announce start times, like most courses it's not a habit (or even done) anymore. Best deal on the peninsula by far, thanks lads.
Tough greens
Course was great layout except for very difficult greens and pin placements
Awesome
The course was in amazing condition. I've played here many times, but never seen the greens in better shape. The weather this time of year in Monterey is the perfect conditions. Definitely get out there and play it if you can.
Bring ur best putter!
Love this course! Location can’t be beat, course is spectacular. Fun to play. This time the greens were REALLY fast. So bring ur A putting game!
my wife and I enjoyed the round
The red tees make the course easier for the ladies. The greens are tough. But no water on the course and it is hard to loose a ball.
Played with a Practicing Pro
Had a great time after being paired up with a couple from Oregon and a pro, practicing for the Nor Cal Pro-Am the following day.
We used different tees but we all had fun.
Black Horse is one of my favorite places to play. Pros find it tough from the Blacks...but I can choose how much I want to challenge myself. I played whites so I could make more use of my new wedge...the course...no matter the length you choose is still fun and exciting.
Tough to walk as some tees are a good drive from the greens. the original layout had 45 holes, when he was resigned they took the best 36. But player sometime get confused on where to go. I found a foursome on our 18th tee who thought they were playing the 10th.
But that is easy to forgive,
Picturesque and challenging, very nice facility.
My wife and I enjoyed Blackhorse Golf course. It is very playable if you choose the right tees for your ability, The course was in good shape and the greens were tricky, but consistent. I would definitely play again
Ocean cool temps.
A combination of awesome golf course, friendly staff, well maintained course, complimentary water and challenging golf in an area where summer temps are 60-70 degrees when surrounding areas to the North hit 90's. Just Do It! You will not regret. Use Golf Now for better rate.
Mike
If I Could Play One Course...
If I could play one course every single week, this one would be near the top of the list. The course conditions on the day I played were some of the nicest conditions I have experienced over the course of the past year.
The staff is extremely friendly; the holes reward good shots and penalize poor shots, which is the way a golf course should play. I enjoyed my round and always look forward to the times I get to play at Bayonet/Black Horse.