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The First Tee of Monterey County

1551 Beacon Hill Dr, Salinas, California 93905
(831) 444-7200, (831) 442-6922
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About

The par 31 golf course is 1850 yards in length and has four par 4 holes that range between 250 yards and 375 yards. Located in North Salinas adjacent to the Creekbridge housing development the course replaces Sherwood Greens Golf Course, which was closed in 1998. The course of gentle rolling hills with USGA greens is surrounded by protected wetlands, Natividad Creek and Gabilan Creek with vistas of the Gabilan and Santa Lucia mountain ranges. The First Tee of Monterey County (formerly known as Twin Creeks Golf Course) is a complete facility offering 9-hole and 18-hole rounds of golf, a fully equipped practice and teaching facility complete with golf carts. The 5000 square foot Clubhouse contains a pro-shop and a snackbar that is available for meetings, parties and banquets. The First Tee of Monterey County is a fun facility that will challenge the experienced golfer while providing excellent learning opportunities for youth and the novice golfer.

Holes 9
Par 31
Length 1859 yds
Rating 29.4
Slope 86
Type Public
Style Executive
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Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - $15
Pull Carts

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf School Academy
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

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Clubhouse

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Year Built 2000
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Architect(s) Stephen Halsey Jack Daray, Jr.
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4.1
4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 80 reviews
89.5%
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  • Value
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  • Layout
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  • Pace
    4.6
  • Amenities
    2.9
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Course Highlights
This well-maintained 9-hole par-31 layout delivers outstanding value, featuring elevation changes, water carries, and challenging undulating greens perfect for sharpening iron play. Friendly staff and a smooth pace of play make it an ideal destination for golfers at any skill level.

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1368848
Reviews 4
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u177612130
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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msetterquist
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun Course

This is a fun little 9-hole course. I think there are 2 or 3 par 4 holes. This is a "focus on the short game" course. Bring your driver if you must.

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Previously Played
Windy weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u4725966
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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tingirl123
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great beginner course

Great place to get started playing golf and for experienced golfers that only have time for 9.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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jlg10
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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tingirl123
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Good value for the price

Nice little 9 hole course that is very quiet. It is part of the 1st Tee program so all proceeds go back to the youth program. Nice to I'm helping kids get involved in a great game that teaches them positive values to live by.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
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u314164377235
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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u314164377235
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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uQTDU6452QT
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great place to practice with irons

Ì love coming here to practice my irons greens were smooth pace was great at my time love the practice area

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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ninerrock1
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Played

Only three real holes. Needs to close for clean up and redo of the course.

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First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
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u314162458591
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Disappointed, 3 holes out of the nine are closed. Holes 1-3 are closed. Great place to golf when you don’t have time for 18 holes. However, website should inform golfers that 3 holes are closed prior to the booking of a tee time. So they understand they can only play 6 holes.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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u6231248
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Holes 1-3 were shut down due to the recent storms. They did however tell us it was all you can play for $25

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Previously Played
Cold weather
Walked
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 2.0
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mrtnz87
Reviews 2
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
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mrtnz87
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great for beginners!

I am a beginner level golfer and this short 9 hole course is perfect for me and for beginners like myself.

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
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Scott9694332
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Relaxing

A great way to get in a quick nine . Course is in good shape. The young people working there are terrific.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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uQTDU6452QT
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

great to practice short game

Love to come here to practice my short game the times i play is great no waiting to hit shots greens are well taking care of great practice area too staff very friendly

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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cmdel1214
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great time

took my wife on a date to play this course. had an awesome time

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
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jgreen1960
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Quick 9 or 8

If you want a cheap, short, quick 8 or 9 holes of golf, this is the perfect place to play. There is often 1 hole closed for the use of the students Monday-Friday. I'll pay the $12, but don't think it's worth $25.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 2.0
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