Monterey, California

Pebble Beach sits on a short list of courses every serious golfer plays before they die. The broader Monterey Peninsula clusters Spyglass Hill, Poppy Hills, and two world-ranked private clubs within 10 miles, making this the most concentrated collection of elite golf in North America.

Top Courses (world ranking)

• Pebble Beach Golf Links (#3)

• Spyglass Hill (#76)

• Poppy Hills

By Introduction

• Cypress Point Club (#3)

• Monterey Peninsula CC, Shore Course (#65)

Major Championship Host

• Pebble Beach: US Open 6 times. Next: 2027.

• Pebble Beach / Spyglass Hill: AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am (annual, PGA Tour)

• Spyglass Hill: US Senior Open and US Senior Women's Open, 2030

Best Time to Travel

• May to September: driest months, best conditions

• Avoid: AT&T Pro-Am week (February)