MARIN COUNTRY CLUB (1959)

 

NORTH COAST REGION

Members only - 18 hole

500 Country Club Drive, Novato, CA 94949

Tel: (415) 382-6707

 

Designed by Lawrence Hughes, Robert Muir Graves. This was a nine-hole course expanded into an 18-hole course in the mid-'80s. You will find danger in the form of lateral hazards on 15 holes. The greens demand a steady hand, and wind can be a factor. The front nine is fairly level, with narrow fairways, while the back nine is hilly and a little more forgiving off the tee. Reciprocal play with other members-only clubs is allowed. From San Francisco (about 30 miles north to the course): Drive north on US 101 to Novato. Take the Ignacio Boulevard exit west for approximately one and one-half miles. Turn left on Country Club Drive.

 

MARINE MEMORIAL GOLF COURSE (1950)

 

SAN DIEGO REGION

Military - 27 hole - cost: $6 - $27

Building 18415, Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

Tel: (760) 725-4704

 

Designed by William P. Bell. There is an 18-hole championship golf course and a nine-hole pitch­and-putt golf course. The championship course is set in a valley and is friendly for most skill levels. The fairly large greens require a good touch on long putts. All guests must be accompanied by military personnel. The yardage listed is for the 18-hole championship golf course. From San Diego (about 46 miles north to the course): Take I-5 north for about 40 miles. Then take Highway 76 east for three and one-half miles. Turn left on Douglas Drive. Turn right on North River Road and drive to the Camp Pendleton gate. Follow the signs to the course.