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The Ranking: Top Public Golf Courses in San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County's golf scene is incredibly diverse, stretching from the Chino Hills near Los Angeles to the high desert of Apple Valley and the cool air of Big Bear. Here are the best-ranked public courses across the Inland Empire's largest county.

Inland Empire & West Valley Favorites

  • These courses are located in the most densely populated western region of the county, close to the LA and Orange County borders.

#1 Sierra Lakes Golf Club, Fontana

Vibe: A popular independent course known for its excellent conditions, mountain views, and challenging finishing holes (often cited as one of the best in the area). (909) 350‑2500 Management: Sierra Lakes Golf Club LLC

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#3 & #4 Los Serranos Golf Club (South & North Courses) (Chino Hills)

Vibe: A well-known dual-course facility offering two very different experiences. The South Course is the long, championship-level challenge; the North Course is slightly shorter and more forgiving. (909) 597‑1711 Managed By: Los Serranos Golf Club LLC

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#12 & #13 El Prado Golf Course (Chino Creek & Butterfield Stage) (Chino)

Vibe: Two excellent public courses managed by the City of Chino. The Chino Creek course is the main 18-hole track; the Butterfield Stage offers another full 18 holes of accessible play. (The Desert Course is a former third course, sometimes included in listings.) (909) 597‑1753 Managed By: City of Chino

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Eastern & High Desert Destinations

  • These courses are known for their unique topography, stretching from the foothills to the high desert.

#2 Yucaipa Valley Golf Club, Yucaipa

Vibe: Set in the scenic Chapman Heights community, this course offers dramatic views and challenging canyon-style golf. (909) 790‑6522 Managed By: County of San Bernardino/Touchstone Golf

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#11 Bear Mountain Golf Course, Big Bear Lake

Vibe: A unique, high-altitude 9-hole course that is typically open seasonally (May-October). It offers a spectacular mountain golf experience unlike any other in SoCal. Search for tee times on the main resort website. (909) 585‑8002 Management: Big Bear Mountain Resort

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#6 Green Tree Golf Course, Victorville

Vibe: A reliable, flat, and walkable municipal course in the high desert, known for its friendly service and accessible rates. Booking via the city's golf section. (760) 245‑4860 Managed By: City of Victorville

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Local & Accessible Facilities

  • These courses are pillars of their local communities, offering great value and easy accessibility.

#5 Shandin Hills Golf Club, San Bernardino

Vibe: A popular local 18-hole course known for its mature trees and straightforward design, offering a great test of mid-range play. (909) 886‑0669 Managed By: Shandin Hills Golf LLC

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#7 Whispering Lakes Golf Course, Ontario

Vibe: A classic municipal course known for its frequent water features and being a solid, reliable option for local golfers. Booking via the city's golf section. (909) 923‑3673 Managed By: City of Ontario

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#6 Green Tree Golf Course, Victorville

Vibe: While often semi-private, (with public access) this facility offers regular public tee times, providing a nice club experience with a challenging layout. (909) 946‑4711 Management: Upland Hills CC LLC

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#18 Arrowhead Country Club

Vibe: Another semi-private (with public access) option that frequently opens tee times to the public, offering a more traditional and tree-lined playing environment. (909) 882‑1735 Management: Arrowhead CC LLC

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