NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB, THE (1954)

 

ORANGE COUNTY REGION

Members only - 18 hole

1600 East Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Tel: (949) 644-9680

 

Designed by William F. Bell, Ted Robinson, Harry Rainville. This Champions Tour stop is not especially difficult, but its rolling wooded terrain is easily walked, and the layout is enjoyable. From west Los Angeles (about 50 miles southeast to the course): Take the San Diego Freeway (I­405) south to the 73 Toll Road south. Exit onto MacArthur Boulevard and take it down to the Pacific Coast Highway. Turn right, and the country club is at the third light on the right.

 

NEWPORT BEACH GOLF COURSE (1976)

 

ORANGE COUNTY REGION

Public - 18 hole - cost: $15 - $22

3100 Irvine Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Tel: (949) 852-8681

 

Designed by William F. Bell. This executive-length layout is lighted for night play. The holes measure between 89 and 316 yards. Expect to tee off artificial mats. From west Los Angeles (about 50 miles southeast to the course): Take the San Diego Freeway (I-405) south to Highway 55 south. Immediately get on the 73 Toll Road south and take the first exit, Irvine Avenue. Turn right on Irvine Avenue, and the course is on the left.