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4.5
1120 Reviews (1120)
5 Stars
537
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
96.4%
Recommend this course
1060 out of 1120 reviews
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4.4
21 Reviews (21)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
1
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.5%
Recommend this course
19 out of 21 reviews
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4.5
51 Reviews (51)
5 Stars
34
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
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.1%
Recommend this course
49 out of 51 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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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
1120 Reviews (1120)

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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Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful course

This is a gorgeous setting and fun golf course. Not easy or difficult.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Randolph

good time, course was in good shape. GPS added to carts was nice. Beverage cart came by to us only once in the round, played 18 holes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fantastic

An awesome course layout and great views. I would go back everyday if I could.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great Views on the Back 9

Great value for the $ and a very spectacular back 9. I would recommend playing if you are in the Monterey Area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice November day

Great course but quite short. Front nine is what it is, a strange parkland layout with back-to-back par 3's to start, two very short par 4's and then back to back par 5's.
Back nine was amazing. Had a clear, warm day with little wind which made it play pretty easy. Overall conditions were pretty good.
Played on a Wednesday and the place was pretty busy, started having to wait on every shot starting at #3. At the turn, an elderly couple came out of nowhere and wedged in between us and the group just behind. They got pretty belligerent about pace of play and starting hitting into us, even though we were waiting on every shot too. Marshall was there and tried to help. Even though it felt super slow, we finished in 4:15.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This course is beautiful

What a great day playing right by the pacific ocean. Can't wait to play again

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Pacific Grove

The back nine is worth the trip.
They were sending two people off when there were people waiting, and they did this the whole time I was there. The pro shop did not even mention that there was a driving range. Maybe I caught them on an off day.
Beautiful deer throughout the course.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful location

This course is amazing for the money. Back 9 right on the water.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great views

front nine is fairly strait forward and uneventful until the last 3 and then it gets interesting. Back nine is a great time and wonderful vistas of the ocean. Great deal with Golfnow. Not so good with regular prices.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Aerating greens

Did not play as they aerated the greens. Staff was awesome and cancelled our time as there was a mix up on the day

Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Lucky with the weather

Would have been more difficult with wind.Worth going if just for the views.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Golf holiday

Considering you still have to. Hole the ball regardless of length of course to shoot 73 only 3 over I was over the moon!!!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

It's all about the back 9

PG is a real fun GC one of the exceptional muni courses on the Monterey Bay. The back 9 which circles around the light house is out standing, our day of golf was blessed with 80 degree weather. we'll be back soon.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Fun course

Every time we come to the Monterey bay we play this course.....challenging but not difficult, in decent shape, and beautiful views of the pacific on the back nine.....hotels all around, so we just walk to the course and breath in the wonderful sea air !!!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great course with fun challenging holes

PG Golf Links is a Monterey Peninsula Gem. Ocean views, well kept greens and fair but challenging holes makes this course a destination for all handicaps. You also find lots of wild life all around the course making the experience quite unique.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time playing here

What a great day we had! Perfect weather, great conditions, and excellent company. Beautiful views of the ocean and the friendly deer everywhere made for a perfect day on the golf course. I will be back again!
Thank you

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

1st light

This was the best $55 I have spent this year!
Started at first light with a buddy, and finished in under 3 hours...

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course! Play it!

I played in September 2014. Course is beautiful. The front is a more traditional lay-out, but still challenging and beautiful. The back is a links-style course with most holes having fabulous views of the ocean. If you are in the area, you want to lay this course. Can't get a better value for the money!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Scenic and Challenging

The Pacific Grove Links course is beautiful with oceans views and deer roaming the course which is challenging but has some easy holes. We ate in the restaurant and the special of the day was wonderful. Recommended the pasta alfredo with chicken with some fresh vegetables. The staff in the pro shop were friendly and courteous. Look forward to returning! Our weather was in the low 70s, but it can get chilly and windy there. Bring a sweater or wind breaker, just in case you need it. Enjoy!

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Poor Man's Pebble

Great track, and great weather. Back 9 is all ocean views and more target golf. Would play this track everyday if I could!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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