Golf Getaway
Home to some of the world’s premiere golf courses, Los Angeles-area private links are the favorite of hackers and pros alike. Toss in the picture-perfect climate and, in most cases, the short shot to downtown, and the magic gets that much better. CSQ’s golfers toured local courses and now dutifully present our top seven favorites. |
El Caballero Country Club{Tarzana, CA}Open for play in 1954, El Caballero Country Club is considered by many as the most exclusive country club in the San Fernando Valley. With over 71 sand bunkers, tight tree-lined fairways, and very large and fast putting surfaces, it is as challenging as it is lush and beautiful. Nicknamed “El Cab,” it has served as host multiple times to the PGA U.S. Open Qualifier and was site of the Office Depot/City of Hope LPGA Championship from 2002-2004.
For membership information, please contact Jessica Kalkin, 818/654.3007, jkalkin@elcaballerocc.com |
Sherwood Country Club{Thousand Oaks, CA} |
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Riviera Country Club{Pacific Palisades, CA}Located in Pacific Palisades just one block south of Sunset Boulevard, this famed course opened for play in 1927. Rich in golf history, “The Riv” (as it is known to locals) has been a regular PGA Tour stop since it opened as host to the L.A. Open. It has also welcomed three major championships to its site, the first being the 1948 U.S. Open, won by golf legend Ben Hogan. When playing the par three 6th hole, note the emphasis on shot accuracy — there is a uniquely placed bunker on the actual putting surface.
For membership information, please contact Rebecca Brunk, 310/454.6591, rbrunk@rccla.com |
Los Angeles Country Club{Beverly Hills, CA}Found in the heart of Beverly Hills, the North
For membership information, please contact Holly Franke |
Wilshire Country Club{Hancock Park, CA}
Set in the historic Hancock Park area of Los Angeles, Wilshire Country Club is one of the most well-known and respected country clubs in greate Los Angeles. Built in 1919, this links style golf course has a natural stream running through and alongside many of the fairways, adding unique character as well as an added level of difficulty. Wilshire Country Club has played host to the PGA Tour, the Senior PGA Tour, and the LPGA Tour. Recognizing that golf is transitioning intoa younger-aged sport, the club and staff have put a strong emphasis on its youth and junior programs.
For membership information, please contact Terry Deasy, 323/934-1121, info@wilshirecountryclub.com |
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Brentwood Country Club{Brentwood, CA}
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Bel-Air Country Club{Bel Air, CA}
The beauty, history, and design perfection makes playing Bel-Air Country Club an unforgettable 18 holes of golf. Located just north of famous Sunset Boulevard, it is hard to fathom that such a tranquil golf setting could exist so close to the hustle and bustle of Hollywood. The views from the course are expansive, including sights of the UCLA campus to the south, Downtown Los Angeles to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Do not let the stunning views distract you from concentration as the Bel-Air Country Club will test all facets of your golf game.
310/472.9563 |
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5-Star Courses Anyone Can Play |
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Ventura CountyRustic Canyon Golf Club
15100 Happy Camp Canyon Rd. 805/530.0221 Los Angeles Angeles National Golf Club9401 Foothill Blvd. 818/951.8771
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Orange CountyThe Resort at Pelican Hill
22701 Pelican Hill Road South 877/735.4226 Santa BarbaraSandpiper Golf Club7925 Hollister Avenue 805/968.1541 |
Located minutes from the Pacific Ocean on the west side of Los Angeles, Brentwood Country Club offers members a fun yet challenging 18 holes of golf. Built in 1941 in the esteemed residential community of Brentwood, this well-manicured, tree-lined fairways course is a popular country club among Los Angeles elite. 
