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California’s Central Coast offers golfers great opportunities to challenge themselves at competitive courses while enjoying the area’s natural beauty. With mild temperatures throughout the year, golfing is a great way to experience this part of California. Morro Bay is a quaint coastal town in San Luis Obispo County that is centrally located to many of the best golf courses in the area. Check out these spots for the best golf near Morro Bay.
Morro Bay Golf Course
The Morro Bay Golf Course has a long history that dates back to the early 1920s when the course was built as a nine-hole range on a hill overlooking Morro Bay. Today, golfers love the ocean views from almost every hole. As part of SLO County’s three premium golf courses, they offer affordable weekday and weekend pricing. The golf course also provides different instruction opportunities based on how you want to improve your game. Their passport program allows you to implement what you’re learning into practice right away. They also offer one-on-one coaching. The golf course hosts private golf tournaments and outings for groups and businesses as well.
Sea Pines Golf Course
Located in Los Osos and only 12 minutes away from Morro Bay, this golf course offers casual golfers a pleasant atmosphere while enjoying an executive nine-round golf course. The Sea Pines Golf Course is one of the top-rated and challenging nine-hole courses in California, making it some of the best golf near Morro Bay. The course offers views of Morro Rock and the Estuary for added beauty while you play.
Traditional golf isn’t the only type of golf you can play at Sea Pines. Sea Pines is the only course in the area with a dedicated space for FootGolf, a combination of golf and soccer. There is also a Disc Golf course, where players throw frisbee-like discs at Disc Pole Holes, and there are three different Disc Golf tees, each labeled for beginners and expert players.
Laguna Lake Golf Course
Maintained by the San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department, this golf course offers affordable rates throughout the week. Plus, there are many discounts available for repeat plays, off-peak tee times, and family play. Laguna Lake is a ten-hole executive golf course and is rated as one of the top golf courses along California’s Central Coast by various organizations.
Dairy Creek Golf Course
Dairy Creek is part of SLO County’s Golf Trio of Courses, including Morro Bay Golf Course and Chalk Mountain Golf Course. The nine-hole course attracts beginners and pros and is a par 36 course. Dairy Creek is dedicated to helping players improve their game and offer many opportunities to practice. The driving range includes five target greens and an eight-acre landing area, so you have plenty of opportunities to practice with all your clubs at various distances. There is also an on-site putting green and short game practice turf. They also and host the Cal Poly golf teams. You can rent their practice facilities by the hour, including putting, full shot, and short game areas for the ultimate practice experience.
Stay and play in the Central Coast
Staying at a Morro Bay hotel near the Embarcadero, like the Blue Sail Inn, offers stunning views of Morro Rock and the ability to explore the area. Whether you want to try out the best golf near Morro Bay or spend the day experiencing the natural wonder of Morro Bay State Park, you’re close to it all at the Blue Sail Inn.
