Pacific Grove Golf Links
About
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.
| 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 |
| 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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Photo submitted by jaybird214 on 04/11/2026
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Photo submitted by jaybird214 on 04/11/2026
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Photo submitted by jaybird214 on 04/11/2026
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Photo submitted by jaybird214 on 04/11/2026
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Photo submitted by jaybird214 on 04/11/2026
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Photo submitted by jaybird214 on 04/11/2026
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Photo submitted by Bigeasy831 on 11/05/2025
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Photo submitted by Bigeasy831 on 11/05/2025
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Photo submitted by 3m9idwOs2aDrt4BYS2bM on 09/28/2025
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Photo submitted by 3ripleB on 03/25/2025
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Photo submitted by gary7309794 on 01/07/2025
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Photo submitted by u000004057721 on 01/06/2025
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Photo submitted by u000004057721 on 01/06/2025
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Photo submitted by ghulkman on 10/31/2024
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Photo submitted by ghulkman on 10/31/2024
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Photo submitted by ghulkman on 10/31/2024
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Photo submitted by ghulkman on 10/31/2024
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Photo submitted by ghulkman on 10/31/2024
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Photo submitted by dhPIb2RQUBKyhTZYMW2y on 07/07/2024
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Photo submitted by dhPIb2RQUBKyhTZYMW2y on 07/07/2024
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Photo submitted by Bsporken002 on 12/25/2023
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Teeing off on the 16th Photo submitted by TedSP on 11/23/2023
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Photo submitted by Golfboi23 on 07/03/2023
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Photo submitted by camilas on 05/15/2023
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Nice view too Photo submitted by uster on 01/20/2023
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Photo submitted by u339928031 on 08/11/2022
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Photo submitted by u339928031 on 08/11/2022
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Photo submitted by u000004465060 on 07/23/2022
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Photo submitted by u000003805089 on 06/09/2022
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Photo submitted by u314162433440 on 02/05/2022
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16th hole Photo submitted by GalCallaway on 09/26/2021
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17 Photo submitted by johncashby on 08/01/2021
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Photo submitted by mansperger1 on 07/09/2021
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Photo submitted by Billservis on 11/26/2020
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The Lake Photo submitted by u314159774881 on 10/28/2020
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The Lighthouse Photo submitted by u314159774881 on 10/28/2020
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Photo submitted by SherylSilveira on 10/17/2020
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Photo submitted by gc618661817 on 08/06/2020
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Photo submitted by scottcarnold on 07/31/2020
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11th green at Pacific Grove Photo submitted by u1982209 on 11/20/2019
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Photo submitted by Randy7138346 on 10/16/2019
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Great course and great views Photo submitted by SagaWill0852 on 09/19/2019
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Photo submitted by AlexBF on 09/04/2019
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Photo submitted by u482709407 on 09/03/2019
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Photo submitted by moonlight1910 on 08/29/2019
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Awesome day with my boy. Photo submitted by veon932 on 08/10/2019
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Photo submitted by jnooyen on 07/06/2019
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View of bay Photo submitted by dirtcakes on 06/17/2019
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View from driving range Photo submitted by ahanks9 on 05/16/2017
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Tee box from hole ten on the back side of the course Photo submitted by ahanks9 on 05/16/2017
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Photo submitted by pdicosim on 02/17/2017
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Photo submitted by pdicosim on 02/17/2017
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Photo submitted by pdicosim on 02/17/2017
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Photo submitted by pdicosim on 02/17/2017
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Photo submitted by pdicosim on 02/17/2017
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Photo submitted by pdicosim on 02/17/2017
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Hole 16 Photo submitted by smarshall00 on 12/12/2016
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Photo submitted by dbfairborn on 08/18/2016
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Photo submitted by Marlis8095927 on 06/14/2016
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Photo submitted by Marlis8095927 on 06/14/2016
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Photo submitted by Marlis8095927 on 06/14/2016
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Photo submitted by Marlis8095927 on 06/14/2016
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Photo submitted by Marlis8095927 on 06/14/2016
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Photo submitted by Marlis8095927 on 06/14/2016
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Photo submitted by dbshotz on 09/19/2015
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Beautiful views at Pacific Grove golf course Photo submitted by EdnMel on 09/07/2015
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Point Pinos lighthouse Photo submitted by EdnMel on 09/07/2015
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Right next to 17 Mile Drive Photo submitted by leekitch on 07/25/2015
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Photo submitted by golfkidd111 on 05/29/2015
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Photo submitted by golfkidd111 on 05/29/2015
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Photo submitted by golfkidd111 on 05/29/2015
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Photo submitted by golfkidd111 on 05/29/2015
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Photo submitted by hyperglobalmega on 06/05/2014
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number 11 green Photo submitted by hyperglobalmega on 06/05/2014
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Photo submitted by hyperglobalmega on 06/05/2014
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and me Photo submitted by sfaisst on 12/08/2013
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My wife Photo submitted by sfaisst on 12/08/2013
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what can you say just look at that Photo submitted by Carlos7290946 on 10/10/2013
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Across from the 17 hole. Photo submitted by dtheders on 06/23/2013
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Deer on the 15th hole. Photo submitted by dtheders on 06/23/2013
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I'm a happy golfer on the 18th tee. Shot an 85. Photo submitted by dtheders on 06/23/2013
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View from 11th tee Photo submitted by mcdermott68 on 11/13/2012
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View from 14th tee Photo submitted by mcdermott68 on 11/13/2012
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View from 17th tee Photo submitted by mcdermott68 on 11/13/2012
Poor mans Pebble
Enjoyed a fun and enjoyable course with fabulous ocean views !
Fun Place to Play
Agree with all the other reviews. Fun place to play. Beautiful scenery
Pacific Grove 18 holes
I was paired up with 2 Americans, really friendly. Course was outstanding value for money. First 9 woodland, rather ordinary. Back 9 on water has exceptional views, and great golf holes. Views all the way down Spyglass, Monterey pennisula & Cypress Point. Holes similar to opening few atbSpyglass, but costs less than $350 rate. Overall fantastic value for money, with incredible scenery including deer and the lighthouse. A delight to play.
Great Day of Golf
This course is a hide'n jewel. I have played this course a few times while down in the area. You can't beat the views on the back nine. The price is well worth it every time. I would say add this to your bucket list of course's to play for the player who enjoys having a great time while golfing.
Way worth the money...
The view of the ocean for four holes is worth it. Deer walking around...180 degree view of the ocean! Highly recommend...
Great time
Was very blessed to have golfed on fathers day. The course is in great shape and the greens are perfect.
Sat in the dinning room for 15 minutes and did not get served. Left and went to a another restaurant.
So Beautiful!
I'm a beginner golfer but found that my friend and I were both able to enjoy this course! This was our first time for Pacific Grove golf links. The weather was perfect even at our 4:10PM tee time! The grounds are well kept. Loved the deer roaming all over! The back nine was photo worthy! Beautiful shots of the ocean and rocks. Only lost one ball in the dunes. First time we played 18 holes and were grateful we had a cart! Will play again the next time I'm in this area.
Breathtaking
Pacific Grove is an absolute must play course on our ladies annual Golf Trip to Monterey. We enjoy the scenery, deer and friendliness. Ocean view back 9 has always been a beautiful bonus to our golf play. If we are playing well or not, doesn't matter while playing this course. Looking forward to the next visit. We were out of the Central Valley heat and into the cool coastal weather.
A Monterey Gem
The course was in good condition, with the greens being above average. We teed off ahead of schedule and made it around in under 4 hours. The pro shop help were very polite. We stopped at the restaurant and had a very tasty Albacore tuna melt sandwich. It was a nice golf experience for two for under $100.
Two Courses in One
The front nine is OK, but a bit tight with some narrow fairways. We were almost hit with a ball once. The back nine is completely different with wider fairways. It is, however, completely open with no trees. The fairways run together and it's sometimes difficult to see which green we were shooting for. We were almost hit again with a ball.
Overall it's a nice course, not too difficult, and that moves quickly. The views on the back nine are stunning. There are deer everywhere. The day we played the weather was overcast, windy, and cold. I would play here again.
Like playing Pebble
This isn't a world class course, just world class views...the back nine is as nice as Pebble Beach for views of the ocean....go for the esthetics, it's worth the money even if you just ride in the cart. Unless you're rich and can afford $450 rounds. Then you won't like this course. Otherwise this is a must course to play for the money...
Little Jem
Very playable, short, well maintained and scenic course.
Great family outing
Starter was very friendly. Pace of play was great. Beautiful back 9.
Fun Golf and Great Views
This was my third time playing this course. I really like it. It is flat and relatively well maintained. It is a great course to truly practice your shots. The views on the back 9 are fabulous. It does get pretty windy though.
I would avoid the restaurant. The food is not great.
Start early! Finish early!
How about this! Tee-off time at 7am and finished at 10am. Thats right! 3 days in the Monterey bay with the wife for a 20yr anniversary. I don't know what's more impressive. Me making it 20yrs in my marriage or finishing a round in 3 hours. Great golf course. Front nine your normal community golf course with houses and lots of trees. Back very senic with lots of views of the Pacific ocean.
Perfect day ends on a sour note
Hi this was a great day to play golf on the coast. I came down from San Jose and joined 3 other great guys for a 4 hour lap around the track. I was late and out of the car onto the tee and was horrible for 9 shooting a 50 then got it together on the back for a 38.
The greens are hard and you won't need to fix any ball marks out here and good shots often ran through the green. The fairways are pretty bare but considering the drought we can expect more of this everywhere. Had a great time and capped it off with some good beer from a local brewery a red English ale and decent food on the deck. We sat on the deck for an hour from 6:15 to 7 :15. When it was time to leave I regretted my front 9 and wanted to hit a last ball at the 130 par 3 1st hole. This final shot was nagging at me the whole time on the deck considering how badly I shanked it to start the round. I really wanted a chance to erase that memory. I got a wedge and a ball and the employee came out and said you can't do that you have to check in. i told him I already paid for the round and was wanting to hit a final ball for some fun. He insisted a replay fee would be required. I informed him my party just spent another $100 at the lounge and I was only wanting to hit a single ball. He stuck to his guns about this is city property and policy. Mind you no one had teed off for an hour and no one else was going to tee off. Any like so many people they can't think public relations and make a very minor exception he tainted what would have been a 5 star review. There are way too many people who can't think and make choices that extend a bit of friendly atmosphere and appreciate good customers who made an effort to spend their money with them. I enjoyed the course but would likely take my post golf refreshment somewhere else as a result of this incident.
Wedding Weekend in Monterey
Had a quick trip up to Monterey area for a wedding on a Saturday afternoon. Stayed right around the corner from Pacific Grove GF and walked there around 630am and was paired up with someone by 650am who knew the course well. Turned out to be one of my better rounds ever. Rented Titleist AP2 with a Oddesey putter. Great value for the scenic views. Front plays as a more traditional 9 hole golf course. Then the back opens up to a more links style play with sand dunes and stunning ocean views. Would recommend this course to anyone. Pace of play was 3 hrs and 40 mins roughly. Friendly staff too.