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Pacific Grove Golf Links

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4.5
1117 Reviews (1117)
5 Stars
535
4 Stars
447
3 Stars
89
2 Stars
31
1 Stars
15
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
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97.4%
Recommend this course
1058 out of 1117 reviews
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4.6
20 Reviews (20)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
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0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
95.0%
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19 out of 20 reviews
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4.6
49 Reviews (49)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.1
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.7
98.0%
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48 out of 49 reviews
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Course Highlights
The back nine along 17 Mile Drive delivers breathtaking Monterey Bay coastline views that make this a must-play destination. Friendly staff, outstanding layout, and exceptional value consistently impress golfers visiting the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Parkland/Links
Par 70
Length 5727 yards
Slope 113
Rating 67.9

Originally designed by Chandler Egan in 1932, the first nince holes takes you through the forested areas of Pacific Grove. Egan's nine takes you through an inland terrain and reflects much of the charm of an English rural course done in the old style.

The back nine was designed by Jack Neville, the original designer of the Pebble Beach Links. It opened in 1960, and is laid out in true links design over dunesland that approaches the sea.

Over looking the course is the Point Pinos Lighthouse. Built in 1855, it is the longest continuously operating lighthouse in California. It is a historical sentinel and picturesque landmark of the golf course.

A scenic tour of the dramatic coastline provides views of Lover's Point, Point Pinos, Crespi Pond and the natural dunesland at Asilomar. You will be enchanted by the abundance of natural wonders such as the plentiful Pacific Blacktail Deer, seals, sea lions, sea otters, pelicans and gulls.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Blue 70 5727 yards 67.9 113
White 70 5571 yards 67.0 110
White (W) 72 5571 yards 72.3 120
Red (W) 72 5305 yards 70.2 116
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Scorecard for Pacific Grove Golf Links
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Blue M: 68.1/116 W: 73.5/128 146 197 310 277 525 538 308 422 214 2937 108 303 508 314 356 400 356 150 300 2795 5732
White M: 67.1/114 W: 72.2/124 133 180 297 268 517 526 300 413 202 2836 100 275 481 298 343 385 344 136 293 2655 5491
Combo M: 65.5/109 W: 70.1/120 121 125 283 259 503 526 292 395 191 2695 92 255 464 282 322 295 332 99 287 2428 5123
Red M: 65.4/108 W: 69.7/119 121 125 283 259 503 475 292 395 191 2644 92 255 464 282 322 295 332 99 287 2428 5072
Handicap 15 9 13 17 7 1 11 3 5 18 12 4 10 6 2 8 16 14
Par 3 3 4 4 5 5 4 4 3 35 3 4 5 4 4 4 4 3 4 35 70
Handicap (W) 17 15 9 11 3 1 7 5 13 18 12 2 14 4 8 10 16 6
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Course Details

Year Built 1932
Fairways Kikuyu grass
Greens Kikuyu grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect H. Chandler Egan (1932) Jack Neville (1960)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $18 - $25
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
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

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
1117 Reviews (1117)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 47
Brunch 27
Patio Dining 25
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 53
Narrow Fairways 34
Elevation Changes 30
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 107
Walkers 76
Locals 74
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 73
Near Local Attractions 65
Convenient to the City 60

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u314162975446
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wonderful day

Course was beautiful. And we played with 2 older men we met at the first hole. They were very knowledgeable and we enjoyed their company for the first 9 holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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sGCnDUWtSoWXq9nqlPrV
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Poor Man's MPCC

The Back 9 is worth the price of admission alone. Font nine is nothing special. There are a few distant views of Monterrey Bay, but the Back 9 is the reason this course is special. Winding between the wind swept dunes, you can see the ocean on every shot. Course conditions left a little to be desired (a couple spotty patches in fairways and tee boxes), but for $45, you can't complain. Greens are relatively slow, but that goes with the links style of the back 9. Total yardage is very short, it's an easy walk. Walking the back also allows you to go through some different paths through the dunes. I recommend walking if possible to get the best ecperience.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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u339928031
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good value for money course

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u314162555733
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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fcasares
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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David7708118
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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2331huff
Played On
Reviews 17
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice

Nice course staff not very friendly so made it kinda a bummer!!

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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u693115915
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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peter70
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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AlexH93
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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dmichelson24
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Sloflip
Played On
Reviews 63
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
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u376082248
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Walked

Awesome back 9, Great Fun...and Views

The back 9 is worth the price of admission. Greens slow but in good shape. Nice layout, Fun course although not long

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Shane1832299
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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JohnMcManus
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course was in good condition

I enjoyed my day. Played with a pilot from Nebraska. He was amazed at the sights on the course. Thank you for placing us together.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Shane1832299
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best value in America

You really can’t beat this value. The whole back nine has ocean views. Hot deal was $45 with cart with fees! Best deal in America!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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u000004867327
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

2 DIFFERENT COURSE

FIRST 9 HOLES WE THOUGHT FOR SURE WE ARE SCREWED FOR OVER PAID. NEXT 9 HOLES WERE

AWESOME. DIDN"T CARE HOW MUCH WE PAID. IT'S LIKE TOTALLY DIFFERENT COURSE.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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dngboger
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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u314163095378
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Overall a fun course for an average player. I will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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u000004465060
Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

What a Treat

Course plays longer than yardage as it is usually cool with a heavy Ocean Breeze. Small poa annua greens with plenty of slopes means you will work for a two putt. The back nine on the Pacific has some of the best views you can get on a golf course. Great deal… would definitely play again if in the area again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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