La JollaTorrey Pines Golf Course is a 36-hole municipal golf facility on the west coast of the United States, owned by the city of San Diego, California. It sits on the coastal cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean in the community of La Jolla, just south of Torrey Pines State Reserve.
Dress code is pretty lax, and fivesomes are permitted. (We were behind a fivesome during my round on the South, which took about 4:40.) That said, the staff at Torrey Pines was exceedingly friendly, which can also be said for much of the tourist and service industry around San Diego.
Anyone can walk up and play either the South or North Course the same day without a reservation.
City of San Diego Resident FeesOTHER FEESMon-ThurFri-Sun/HolidaysCart Fee – Optional (per cart)$42.00$42.00Rental Clubs (per set)$75.00$75.00
Torrey Pines may be best known for Tiger Woods' success here – it is where he won the Junior World championship and eight PGA TOUR titles, including his dramatic playoff win over Rocco Mediate in the 2008 U.S. Open – and the three Farmers wins by San Diego's native son, Phil Mickelson.
The North Course is shorter and less expensive than its brother. For many, it is more scenic than the South, having more picture-perfect opportunities along the track. The North Course is more popular for the less-experienced golfer but will still put up a good fight for the better ones.
It is very difficult: Extraordinary length, narrow fairways, deep rough, punishing bunkers and multi-tiered greens make it one of the toughest layouts anywhere. And you can't argue with the theater of 2008 or the champion it identified. On both counts Torrey gets an A+.
$575Pebble Beach green fees for a standard round are a whopping $550 per person and will increase to $575 on April 1, 2020. In addition to that initial price, it costs $45 per person to use a cart. If you choose to go the caddie route and walk, which is recommended, the caddie fee will run you another $95 per bag.
The fairways and rough was hard to play. It felt like hitting a rock. Fairway also wasn't in the best conditions and greens were very slow. The south course is pretty hard to play very narrow with tons of bunkers.
Well luckily Torrey Pines is a lot like Bethpage Black in New York, in that it is entirely possible to play both golf courses there. The North course is thought to be easier than the South but despite that it still plays over 7,200 yards.
There are roughly 300 members of Augusta National, and being invited by one of them is the quickest way to get a round in at the famous course. Members are allowed to bring a guest on the course for a relatively small fee of $40.
The answer to how long a round of golf takes varies from course to course, day to day. There are tons of factors that go into it, but an average round is 4 hours and 30 minutes. A longer round of golf is considered slow day. A shorter round of golf means a good pace of play.
Adjacent to Torrey Pines Golf Course, Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another good choice is The Lodge at Torrey Pines, located just 0.1 mi (0.1 km) away.
Torrey Pines Golf Course is located in a welcoming area of La Jolla known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. You’ll find 641 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Learn about local history at Geisel Library and Athenaeum Music and Arts Library. Get outside and spend some time strolling around La Jolla Shores Park, Torrey Pines State Reserve, and Cuvier Park. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at La Jolla Cove, Del Mar Beach, and Black’s Beach.
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Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines: With a stay at this 4-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and an outdoor pool, along with a private balcony. Our customers like its family-friendly amenities and clean, comfortable rooms.
Torrey Pines Golf Course is located in Torrey Pines. It's in a relaxing neighborhood well known for its restaurants and seaside. If you'd like to find things to see and do in the area, you may want to check out La Jolla Cove and Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Windansea Beach If being by the water is a major draw, Windansea Beach is one of the most popular seaside spots located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from central La Jolla. Catch the sunset by the shore at Marine Steet Beach and La Jolla Tide Pools, located nearby. See nearby properties.
Catch the sunset by the shore at Children's Pool Beach, just a short walk away. See nearby properties.
The two world-renowned championship courses of Torrey Pines sit atop the La Jolla cliffs and overlook the Pacific Ocean. The challenging South Course is host of the June 2021 U.S. Open Championship, and both courses are played in the annual PGA Tour’s Farmers Insurance Open. Resort guests can book exclusive tee times.
The scenic North Course is popular with less-experienced golfers but still challenges more experienced ones.
The South Course is longer than the North Course and more challenging. It is the host of the 2008 and 2021 U.S. Open Championships.
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