LOST CANYONS GOLF CLUB (2000/2001)

 

CENTRAL COAST REGION

Public: 36 hole - cost: $49 - $120

3301 lost Canyons Drive, Simi Valley, CA 93063

Tel: (805) 522-4653 

 

Designed by Pete Dye and Fred Couples. Both courses are pristine, and we could spend two pages describing elevation changes, canyons, undulating greens, wind, and beautiful scenery, but you are just going to have to experience it for yourself. We will give you some advice. One, if you are a decent golfer, you may not want to play from the tips, but don't play too far up; your landing areas for long drives shrinks. Two, spend time on the putting green. At Lost Canyons, you can play either the Shadow Course or the Sky Course. The yardage listed is for the Sky Course. Walking is allowed, but we advise against it. From west Los Angeles (about 35 miles northwest to the course): Take the San Diego Freeway (I-405) north to Highway 118 west. Take the Tapo Canyon exit and head north almost two miles. Turn left on Lost Canyons Drive. Located a few miles away in the Simi Valley, it delivers on the promise of upscale daily fee golf. Holes 11 through 17 on the Sky Course are an amazing experience.

 

LYONS GOLF COURSE (1968)

 

CENTRAL VALLEY REGION

Municipal - 9 hole - cost: $7 - $13

3303 Navy Drive, Stockton, CA 95203

Tel: (209) 937-7905

 

Designed by Captain Lyons. This executive course is an excellent place for beginners, seniors, and juniors. This course was originally built and operated by the US Navy. From within Stockton: Off I-5, take the Fresno Avenue/Downtown Exit and head north on Fresno Avenue. Turn left on Washington Street and go over the bridge onto Rough and Ready Island. The course is on the right.