Torrey Pines South Course

Why play it

Torrey South pairs the democratic appeal of a city course with major-championship dimensions and broad ocean horizons.

Length, rough and elevated greens define much of the test, while canyon edges and coastal exposure provide its unmistakable place.

Course character

A concise read of the experience.

Editorial, not scientific

difficulty

scenery

walkability

history

architecture

At a glance

Architect: William F. Bell; Rees Jones renovation
Opened: 1957
Access: Municipal course open to the public; resident and non-resident terms differ.
Typical round: About 4½–5 hours
Season: Year-round
Approximate fee: Municipal variable pricingResident status, day and booking window affect fees.

Course Journey

The shape of the round.

1–4

Along the cliffs

Early elevation and ocean context establish the scale.

5–12

The long middle

Sustained championship demands with few easy recoveries.

13–18

Back to the edge

Coastal views return before the risk-reward finish.

Signature holes

Moments that explain the course.

Best View

Hole 3

Par 3

Par 3 · 200 yards

A downhill par three framed by cliffs and the Pacific.

Turning Point

Hole 18

Par 5

Par 5 · 570 yards

A risk-reward finish remembered for a pond guarding the green.

Know before you go

Arrive with context.

Non-resident booking and pricing differ from San Diego resident terms.
The course is long; choose an appropriate tee.
Marine layer can change visibility and temperature.

Amenities

Driving range · Practice greens · Golf shop · Grill

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Course Mode · Manual companion

Prepared moment 1 · Hole 3

Best View

Par 3 · 200 yards

1/2

A downhill par three framed by cliffs and the Pacific.

Manual by design. No location permission, score or live yardage is used.

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City of San Diego ↗ · checked 2026-08-01
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