Southern California is a golfer’s paradise

...from ocean‑side fairways to desert layouts framed by mountain peaks, our region offers some of the most diverse and memorable public golf experiences in the world.

This Top 100+ list is more than just a ranking. It’s a curated guide to the courses that define SoCal golf — the ones worth your time, your travel, and your tee fee.

How We Selected the Top 100+

Our rankings are built from a blend of:

• Course Quality & Design – Layout, conditioning, and architectural merit.
• Playability & Experience – How fun and memorable the round is for golfers of all skill levels.
• Facilities & Amenities – Clubhouse, practice areas, and service.
• Community Reputation – Player reviews, local league activity, and tournament history.
• Management & Consistency – How well the course is maintained and operated over time.

We combined national and state rankings, SCGA data, golfer feedback, and our own on‑the‑ground coverage to create a list that’s both authoritative and rooted in the real SoCal golf scene.

Help Us Keep SoCal's Golf Guide Current.

Golf is always evolving, and the only way to keep this guide the most accurate resource in Southern California is with your help.

We invite you to join the conversation and directly influence this guide. Your voice is the ultimate course update!

How to Contribute

• Played a course recently? Leave a review and share your photos with us.

• Know a hidden gem? Submit your suggestion for a course we missed.

• Spotted a change? Tell us if your favorite course is undergoing a major renovation or management change.

Your feedback ensures this guide remains fresh, accurate, and truly reflective of the Southern California golf community.

What We Do

We are committed to maintaining the ultimate resource. We will update this list regularly to:

• Add new courses, renovated layouts, and up-and-coming hidden gems.

• Adjust rankings and details based directly on player reviews and confirmed course changes.

• Highlight special events and unique local opportunities.

Don't just read the guide—help us write it! Bookmark this page, check back often, and click below to share your experience.