Carmel Valley Ranch

Hole19 golfers have rated Carmel Valley Ranch among the courses worth seeking out in California, and the layout backs that up with genuine variety. The 18-hole resort course in California, United States runs riverside par-3s alongside par-5s that wind into the foothills of the Santa Lucias, giving the round a clear sense of place. Travel + Leisure's World's Best readers ranked it among the top resort courses in the country, and Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards named it one of the top resorts in Northern California. The Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Academy covers video analysis, club fitting, and on-course playing lessons, with its own dedicated driving range. After the round, the clubhouse bar offers sweeping views and a patio with fire pits, while the casual restaurant setting puts golfers front-row to the rolling fairways.