Golf Spyglass Hill Golf Course, California

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Long thought of as one of the toughest courses in the world, Spyglass Hill Golf Course at the world famous Pebble Beach Resort is a significant test of golfing skill set among the towering coastal pines of the Monterey Peninsula. The course takes its name from the pages of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel, Treasure Island. Legend dictates that Stevenson once spent contemplative time in the Spyglass area gathering ideas for his novels. With this in mind, Robert Trent Jones Sr. set about creating an architectural treasure of his own. Spyglass Hill Golf Course features two distinctly different kinds of terrain that test the golfers at virtually every twist and turn of the course. The first five holes roll through scenic sandy seaside dunes challenging players to carefully pick the safest path. The following 13 holes are cut through majestic pines with elevated greens and strategically placed bunkers and lakes to grab the errant shot. With nicknames like "Black Dog" and "Billy Bones" Hole these monikers are hints for the first time visitors. Spyglass Hill Golf Course is rated one of the toughest courses in the world from the Championship tees, boasting a course rating of 75.5 and a slope rating of 147. The PGA TOUR consistently lists Spyglass Hill's holes 6, 8 and 16 among the toughest on the TOUR. The course is part of the rotation for the annual PGA Tour’s A.T.&T. ProAm tournament. Caddies, lesson programs and club rentals are part of the support services offered to golfers. Include a visit to Play Spyglass Hill Golf Course on the Monterey Peninsula in California to round out your list of dream courses you would like to experience or to make your trip to northern California truly unforgettable.

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