Half Moon Bay Golf Links - Ocean Half Moon Bay, California

Your Guide To The Best Northern California Beaches, Mountain Retreats, And Half Moon Bay Attractions

Pick any description for Half Moon Bay, California. A breathtakingly beautiful seaside hamlet just south of San Francisco, perched above the best Bay Area beaches. A quaint, quiet enclave known as thepumpkin capital of Northern California, where sixth generation farm families work the same land as their ancestors. Or one of the country's most gorgeous luxury destinations, where all of the treasures of California are on display: spectacular shores, surf spots and golf courses, the rugged Santa Cruz mountains and wine country, and magnificent, ancient redwood forests. We invite you to experience our five distinct regions and spend an unforgettable Northern California beach vacation in historic Half Moon Bay.You might just find this magical place to be a little bit of each. 

Golf

It is a true rarity to find two world renowned golf courses - sisters by location, yet distinguishably different in design. With sweeping 180-degree ocean vistas on the finish and natural terrain that stretches from pines to cliff edge, these two internationally celebrated Bay Area golf courses offer uniquely different experiences. From the firm and fast links style of the Ocean Course to the American traditional parkland style of the Old Course, with iconic cypress trees, dogleg fairways and distinguishing edges all leading to the most photographed final hole in golf – golfers are guaranteed a landscape that provides inspiration every time. Ideal playing conditions, salty breezes and enchanting coastal terrain put these two 18-hole championship Half Moon Bay golf courses on a par with Scotland’s greatest.

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Hacienda Golf Club - Hacienda La Habra Heights, California

The Golf Course Design And Experience

Hacienda is a classic and traditional golf course. In 1920, Alphonso Bell announced the purchase of the land for the course and William Watson was hired for its design. Watson was one of the very first golf professionals ever in California. Immigrating to the United States from Scotland at the turn of the Twentieth Century, Watson was one of only eight golf professionals in the state in early 1900. His original plan called for a course of 6,152 yards in length, one that he declared would be “sporty” and utilize many natural canyons and undulations.

Yet, even though others may have had a hand in crafting this masterpiece, it remains a classic Watson design, just like the classic first designs of Minikahda and Interlachen in Minnesota, Olympia Fields in Chicago, Olympic, Orinda and Harding Park outside San Francisco, and Hillcrest in Los Angeles. 

When Hacienda was completed in 1923, it was hailed as one of the best, if not the very best course in all of Southern California. Thereafter, the masterwork of George Thomas, who had a hand in the design of Hacienda, included such giants as Riviera and Los Angeles North. Yet, today, after Hacienda’s historic 2005 restoration, this Willie Watson gem has rightfully returned to its place among these other great, classical era designs. 

Today, the golf course at Hacienda offers a test of true championship golf. Yet, as a private club of 400 members with a wide variety of golfing skills, great effort has been made to present multiple options for both men and women to play the course at a length they can enjoy given the level of their skills. 

The experience of a round at Hacienda is universally hailed as memorable and exciting. Watson crafted an ingenious routing through a canyon dominated by a brutish and gnarly barranca that meandered throughout most of the course. Fifty years ago there were numerous bridges that needed to be crossed as many shots had to be played over the barranca to get to the greens. Today, the rough and natural brush that is indigenous to the barranca are only apparent on holes no. 4, 5 and 12. Throughout the rest of the course, this feature has been smoothed out and made either part of the fairway or rough. Yet, this natural terrain has left many ridges that impart an additional element of strategy into the holes impacted by it. Since the restoration, the bunkering has been dramatically improved, and the expansion and development of the stream throughout the mid-section of the course has rendered Hacienda one of the most challenging and interesting of the area's many classical era designs.

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Green Valley Country Club - Green Valley Fairfield, California

Tucked in one of California’s most treasured valleys, the sprawling grounds and exquisite architecture usher you into an oasis of tradition and elegance, offering breathtaking views and awe-inspiring landscapes.

Set on 528 acres, Green Valley Country Club boasts a pre-Civil War grand mansion that has been transformed into our clubhouse. Views of the rolling hills and the spectacular facilities create a relaxing setting for members and guests.

If you are looking for the luxury of private golf, tennis, swimming, fitness or wellness, or a memorable setting for your wedding or banquet, the lush beauty, rich history and championship golf course of this privately owned Green Valley Country Club is for you.

Overall, this short, but narrow, tree-lined classic course with small, tricky, fast greens is enjoyable day in and day out. Approaches from the well-conditioned fairways to the green should be played just short of the holes to ensure uphill putts. It’s a pleasure to play everyday or once in a while

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Women’s Yellow: Rating 71.5 – Slope 132

Rating 70.2 – Slope 130

Rating 68.7 – Slope 125

Rating 65.6 – Slope 118

Rating 76.1 – Slope 138

Rating 73.9 – Slope 133

Rating 70.0 – Slope 123

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Green Tree Golf Club - Green Tree Vacaville, California

Welcome to Green Tree Golf Club

The bent grass greens have always been very good but now the green surrounds, approaches, fairways, rough and bunkers have all been greatly improved, with more to come.

Green Tree Golf Club also has a wonderful 9-Hole Executive Course for all golfing abilities. It is the perfect course to learn the game as a junior or an entry level golfer without the intimidation of being pushed or negotiating difficult hazards. It is a great course to improve your short game and can be played in as little as 90 minutes!!

The GREEN TREE GRILL offers a great golfer’s menu with the “best burgers” and sandwiches, weekly specials and cold draft beer.

Groups can choose from a delicious tournament menu for a personalized banquet in a newly constructed event tent.

Course Details 

Green Tree Golf Club offers "traditional" golf in all the best meanings of the term - including traditionally moderate fees with very good service.

Located just off the I-80 freeway in Vacaville between San Francisco and Sacramento, Green Tree is conveniently accessible to the entire Bay Area.

The 18-hole course with a par of 71 plays at 6,276 from the championship tees. With the best Bentgrass/Poa greens in the county, tree-lined fairways, numerous water hazards, and well-placed bunkers, this well-kept course is a challenge for all golfers.

Built in 1962, the course has undergone extensive renovations to include a rerouting of the nines to improve flow and speed up play. Green Tree is a full-service facility with a well-lit practice range, comfortable cafe with outside dining, well-stocked golf shop and tournament/group capability. It includes a unique Executive 9-Hole Course that is ideal for entry level golfers, juniors, those with limited time, and anyone who wants to work on their short game.

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