Are you looking for a golf Monterey vacation that will not break the bank? Consider the Pacific Grove Golf Course. This municipal California golf course is well-maintained, and has a reputation for being one of the best municipal golf courses in the entire State of California. Because municipal courses generally charge less than private California golf clubs, the Pacific Grove offers you the chance to experience an affordable golf Monterey vacation.
The Pacific Grove California golf course is actually two nine-hole courses. The first nine of these California golf courses were opened in 1932. They were designed by the former U.S. Amateur champion Chandler Egan. Because of the re-routing caused by the opening of the back nine in 1960, the course seems to have a quirky start, which is characterized by two par-three holes, followed by two par fours and then two par fives. However, these first nine holes meander through the edge of the Del Monte Forest. Their lovely, old English rural style makes up for their quirkiness.
The back nine holes of the Pacific Grove Golf Course have a classic seaside links layout. They were designed by the famous golf architect Jack Neville. The 16th hole of this California golf course is quite picturesque. On some days the elk, as well as the deer and the migratory birds come to visit. The challenging hole plays downhill to the ocean. At the bottom you will find Crespi Pond, which is a freshwater pond right across the street from the ocean. However, try not to get distracted by the view! There are three bunkers surrounding the putting surface. Its a downhill shot on an hourglass-shaped green, and you must sometimes factor in a strong wind. Your approach shot must be highly accurate.
Since the course measures only 5,732 yards from the back tees, it is a course that lends itself to walking. Given that there is only an insignificant distance between the greens and the next tee, walking is probably preferable. Its also a good way to stay in shape on your golf vacation California. Besides, walking the Pacific Grove Golf Course is a great way to take in the sights, such as the Point Pinos Lighthouse, which opened on Sept. 28, 1855. The Point Pinos is the longest continuously operating lighthouse on the entire West Coast.
If you are planning a golf Monterey vacation, the town of Pacific Grove has much to offer. It is filled with beautiful rugged beaches and scenic bay views. There is also a monarch butterfly habitat sanctuary. The Nobel Prize author John Steinbeck spent many of his weekends and holidays in Pacific Grove, California. Walk in his footsteps on your next California golf vacation!
