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Old Del Monte Golf Course
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5 reviews for Old Del Monte Golf Course
One of the cheapest ways to play a round of golf on the Monterey Peninsula.
Take some time before teeing off to read up on the history of the course so you can appreciate what it must have been like playing here in 1897. The only course older West of the Mississippi is the Presidio in San Francisco.
The course is not terribly difficult. Tee to green distances are short, the fairways are reasonably wide and there are a reasonable number of trees. Whether you have a natural hook or slice, either one will get you into trouble as the course is surrounded by OB markers on both sides at different points. Oddly enough, as you progress through the course, the homes get nicer and nicer. The house to the left of the first tee box is an absolute dump, but there are some beautiful homes on the Back 9.
All in all, the course is in decent shape, although I wish Pebble Beach Resorts would take a little more pride and work on some of the waste areas and bunkers. Definitely worth $100, but not much more.
What a lovely course. My daughter and Dad played here today. The staff was so nice and accommodating. It helps that it was sunny and 78 degrees. There is no driving range or chipping green. They have a great junior membership that is soooo worth it!
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Del Monte is one of the oldest courses in CA. It was built in 1897. Located right behind the Hyatt, it is a nice course to play. Basically flat with many trees. But hey, this is Monterey, and any day out playing golf is a good day.
It great for amateurs as stray shots don't get huge penalties as in some other courses. Fees are reasonable given the range in Monterey.
A nice stop along the golfing trail.
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Del Monte is the oldest course in continuous operation wast of the Mississippi. It shows its age with maturity and grace. The course is well maintained, lots of mature growth surrounding and amongst the course. BEcause of this it is considered a fairly narrow course with protected greens and some distinct challenges.
Not as glorious as the seaside courses on 17 mile drive. But you are golfing in Monterey without paying Pebble prices. At $110, it is still pricey for the casual duffer. My recommendation is that if you are spending 4 or 5 days in the area to golf, come here first as a warm up them hit the big boys. You will learn some history of the area, get a little acquainted with some old school golfers, and have a nice day before you get truly pounded by the wind on the water.
Blue Rating: 71.5/Slope 127; Yardage - 6,365
White Rating: 70.1/Slope 124; Yardage - 6,052
Ladies' Red Rating: Rating 70.8/Slope 115; Yardage - 5,429
Men's Red Rating: 67.3/Slope 117; Yardage - 5,429
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Heard many stories about this course from its age to it being all beat up. I would have to disagree! I guess since now it's a Pebble Beach owned course it's very well taken care of. Entertained clients and enjoyed a perfect day for a round of golf. Definitely underrated!
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