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Pacific Grove Golf Links

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535
4 Stars
447
3 Stars
89
2 Stars
32
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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96.3%
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1058 out of 1118 reviews
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4.4
20 Reviews (20)
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
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4.5
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Conditions
4.1
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
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4.7
96.0%
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48 out of 50 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
1118 Reviews (1118)

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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mikepalazzo1
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Not bad but have played far better for $69

Not very private, surrounded by houses, lots of wildlife accustomed to humans on all fairways and a lawn mower that seemed to follow us on all holes. Nice views but nothing jaw dropping. If it’s the best rate take it but I don’t see myself returning to this course.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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u255723321
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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mattwehrle
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Good value

Fun course to walk, great municipal value. Early morning marine layer was bad especially on front 9, so bring some colored balls

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Victor6975573
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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mattpeyton
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Back 9!!!!

The front line is nothing particularly special. Basically a warm-up for the back nine-which is like a completely different course. You can imagine you’re playing Pebble Beach a big elevation changes lots of dramatic scenery.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Cdmartel
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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jnooyen
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Poor Man’s Pebble Beach

They don’t call this ‘Poor man’s Pebble Beach’ for nothing - the views are fantastic. The setting is enhanced by the lighthouse and the resident deer. It is always a pleasure to play there.

The pro shop is setup nicely and staffed by good people. The restaurant and refreshment area are also very nice.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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MsJagbiz
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Heaven on Earth

Beautiful course - weather cool - perfect conditions - paired up with three very nice gentlemen - challenging but so much fun, Hope to return,

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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James9944904
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Short But Fun

This is a gem.of a.coirse. Although a bit short.- 5700 from the blues- it is a.good challenge of golf. And the views of the Pacific from the back 9 are fantastic. Its bot Pebble Beach, but at 10% the cost, it's truly a great golf bargain.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u000005274757
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Slice

Front 9 is ordinary. Back 9 is out of this world. I don’t recommend a slice especially on the back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u6988543
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Awesome! Lived up to expectations!

This is a great course! Front 9 completely different than back 9. Greens are tricky. Fairways in amazing condition. Views that make your eyes hurt. We had a blast! Pace of play was excellent. Bunkers could use a little work. Brakes on carts needed replacing. Otherwise, pretty perfect.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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badbrad30
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Short but challenging

Spectacular views on the back 9! Stay in the fairway

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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glebens
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Value!

The back nine of this course is as beautiful as advertised.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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dennywhite
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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dirtcakes
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

One time

It was USOpen week so the price gouging was on in the area. The course is a mini but conditions were fine in the fairway and around greens. The greens were smooth and not real speedy but adequate. It’s a one and done at the gouge prices but for the regular price it would be ok to play it again.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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EdK123
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pacific Grove

Overall experience was good

Clubhouse staff was excellent

Course fairways and greens were in good shape

Views on back nine did not disappoint

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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gregory1638814
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Scenic Course

Visited area while working US Open and played this course for first time. Spectacular scenery on the back 9 along the ocean.Will play it again if/when I return to the area.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u000002854950
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
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Anonymous
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

Good walk spoiled - Not!

Don't come here if you don't like beautiful views as you approach each tee and when you're looking for your lost ball. You won't be able to escape them, and you'll be really upset you came.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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tomcgolfer
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Best value

Fantastic condition. Fun design. Do not miss while on Monterey Peninsula.

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