Best Golf Courses in the Temecula Valley Area

 

 

7.  The Golf Club at Rancho California

            39500 Robert Trent Jones Parkway, Murrieta

            951-677-7446

 

Designed by renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Sr., The Golf Club at Rancho California opened in 1987 featuring 7,036 yards of golf from the longest tees. With stunning views of both the Temecula and Murrieta Valleys, The Golf Club at Rancho California offers challenging greens with a slope rating of 134 on bermuda grass fairways.  Robert Trent Jones Sr. was sure to build the course so it captured the natural beauty of the land and its extensive views, yet incorporated his trademark design of risk-reward architecture to place a premium on shot making. Noted as one of the best practice and driving range facilities in the valley, The Golf Club at Rancho California provides a great day of golf for an affordable price.  The Grill Room at Rancho California offers inside or outside dining options for breakfast or lunch.  Visit their website for online specials or to book tee times:  https://thegolfclubatranchocalifornia.com/

 

 

 

6.  The Legends Golf Club (formerly Temeku Hills Golf Club)

            41687 Temeku Drive, Temecula

            951-694-9998

 

Located in the heart of Temecula Valley, The Legends Golf Club at Temeku Hills is a fun and challenging course designed by Ted Robinson.  Each hole is named after a Legend in the game to honor their achievements.  Whether you are a beginner or an avid golfer, this 18-hole course offers entertaining twists and turns for any level, including 5 different tee boxes to offer a challenge to all players.  Ranging from 6,547 (gold tees) to 5,093 yards (red tees),the course features 5 lakes, several doglegs, rolling greens, and some stroke-stealing bunkers.  Originally designed by architect Ted Robinson in 1995, the course was updated by Perry Dye. The practice range is open 7 days a week from 6:30AM unitil sunset (closed on Wednesday mornings). And the Grill Room is open for breakfast and lunch to enjoy before or after your round of golf.  Stop by The Legends Golf Club at Temeku Hills for a sunny day of golf in the heart of Temecula Valley.  Visit their website for more information or to reserve tee times:  https://thelegendsgc.com/

 

 

 

5.  Pala Mesa Golf Resort

            2001 Old Highway 395, Fallbrook

            800-722-4700

 

Rated one of the best golf courses in San Diego County, Pala Mesa Golf Resort is located just south of Temecula along the 15 freeway, near the town of Fallbrook.  Built in 1961, the Pala Mesa Resort golf course is known for its challenging tree-lined fairways and narrower front-nine layout.  The back-nine offers wider fairways and scenic views provided by the dramatic changes in elevation.  With its mountain views and challenging turns, this 18-hole, par 72 championship course reaches out to 6,502 yards from the longest tees with a slope rating of 128.  The combination of views and challenging golf holes makes this course a local favorite and a must play.  Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner before or after your round at The Public House at Aquaterra Restaurant and Bar.  Or book a stay at the beautiful Pala Mesa resort and enjoy a golf getaway.  Visit their website for more information, including stay and play packages, dining, activities, or to book tee times:  https://www.palamesa.com/

 

 

 

4. Temecula Creek Golf Club

            44501 Rainbow Canyon Road, Temecula

            951-676-2405

 

Temecula Creek Golf Club, located at the Temecula Creek Inn in the heart of the Southern California Wine Country, offers three different 9-hole, par 36 courses - the Oaks Course, the Creek Course, and the Stonehouse Course - all designed by Ted Robinson.  Awarded a four-star rating from Golf Digest's "Places to Play", each course has distinctive features, views, and challenges.  The three layouts range in length from 3,257 yards to 3,436 yards.  The Creek Course is the easiest of the three courses, with parallel fairways and few trees or water hazards.  The Oak Course includes more water hazards and elevation changes.  Lastly, the most advanced course is the Stonehouse Course with tree-lined fairways that require several blind tee-shots.  From the elevated areas of the courses, particularly the Oaks Course, you'll enjoy mountain views of the picturesque Temecula Valley.  Temecula Creek Golf Club also features a restaurant, bar, cafe', full-service driving range with grass and mat tees, and a fully-stocked pro shop.  Lessons available from PGA Golf instructors.  For more information on golf, instruction, or Club Membership, visit our website:  https://www.temeculacreekgolf.com/

 

3.  Redhawk Golf Course

            45190 Redhawk Parkway, Temecula

            951-302-3850

 

Looking for a challenge?  Redhawk Golf Course is notably one of the most exciting and intricate courses in the Temecula area!  With 5 sets of tee boxes, the course can stretch out to 7,071 yards from the back tees (gold) with a rating of 74.2 and a slope of 139.  The blue tees in the middle play at 6,287 with a rating of 70.1 and slope of 128.  And the red tees play at 5,250 yards. Throughout the course, precision and accuracy are essential to a successful day of golf.  Designed by Ronald Fream in 1990, Redhawk Golf Course incorporates two island greens surrounded by sand and the beautiful par-3 8th hole that is accessed by a three-arch bridge that plays downhill to a green surrounded by water.  As a result, Redhawk receives very high ratings from golfers on its layout.  While this course is set in a residential area, you'll appreciate the amazing views of mountains and hills as well as the beautiful and demanding course itself.  The Hawk's Landing restaurant is available for breakfast and lunch.  Visit our website for more information or to book tee times:  https://www.redhawkgolfcourse.com/

 

2.  CrossCreek Golf Club

            43860 Glen Meadows Road, Temecula

            951-506-3402

 

Hidden away in the Temecula Valley countryside you'll discover CrossCreek Golf Club.  Designed by legendary golf architect Arthur Hills, this quiet, rural course is secluded in a natural environment.  Its creeks, rolling hills, and tall trees make CrossCreek Golf Club one of best public courses in Southern California and a challenge for golfers of any level.  Multiple tee box options allow this par 71 course to be played up to 6,780 yards, or as short as 5,264.  The first few holes are tight as they thread their way through trees near Sycamore Creek.  However, you'll find hole 9 with a large pond and hole 17 with a downhill par-3 crossing a creek to be the most challenging as the water comes into play.  Rough edged bunkers and fast greens provide golfers the chance to show off their skills in navigating such an intricate course.  This stunning natural course is a must stop on our list of golf courses to visit in Temecula Valley!   Arrive early to use the practice facilities including a turf range, target greens, bunkers, and chipping area.  After your round, enjoy lunch or dinner at the 19th Hole Grille, featuring a varied menu with seasonal produce, course side dining, and a sports bar with outdoor patio.  A full-service golf shop contains everything you need in apparel, equipment, and shoes.  Lessons are available with PGA Class A professional Scott Marson.  Book your tee time online:  https://www.crosscreekgolfclub.com/

 

1.  Journey at Pechanga

            45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula

            951-770-8210

 

Journey at Pechanga is one of the most popular courses in the Temecula Valley, as well the highest-rated course in the Temecula Valley on both Golf Pass (formerly Golf Advisor) and Trip Advisor.  The Arthur Hills / Steve Forrest design is known for its dramatic elevation changes and breathtaking views, combined with an open countryside and tree-lined layout.  Making Golf Advisor's "Best of California Golf Courses" list, it is a must play if you're in the Temecula area.  Measuring 7,093 yards from the copper tees (6,201 from the white tees), this par 72 course combines challenge and design to offer golfers of all ages and skill levels a perfect day in Temecula Valley.  You will find everything you need in the Journey's End Pro Shop, one of the largest golf pro shops in Southern California.  Located at the Pechanga Resort and Casino, your round of golf can be accompanied by a stay at the resort where you can indulge at the spa, have fun in the casino, or enjoy numerous dining options, including the Journey's End Restaurant adjacent to the clubhouse.  Visit our website for more information or to reserve golf tee times:  https://www.pechanga.com/indulge/journey