PLEASANT HILLS GOLF COURSE (1959)

 

BAY AREA REGION

Public - 36 hole - cost: $16 - $31

2050 South White Road, San Jose, CA 95148

Tel: (408) 238-3485

 

Designed by Henry Duino. There are two 18-hole courses at Pleasant Hills. The Pleasant Hills course is level and easily walkable, with over 4,500 trees. Out-of-bounds comes into play on six holes. The greens are large and do not punish the average putter. Cypress Greens is an 18-ho1e pitch-and-putt course. From within San Jose: Off US 101, exit at Tully Road and head east. Turn left on White Road. Course conditions are fair at best, but it's a good price point and nice place for juniors and beginners.

 

PLEASANTON FAIRWAYS GOLF COURSE (1974)

 

BAY AREA REGION

Public - 9 hole - cost: $12 - $15

Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA 94566

Tel: (925) 462-4653

 

Designed by Roland Curtola. This is a small course in the infield of the Alameda County Fairgrounds that has elevated greens and actually will make you work for a par. One of the area's best driving ranges is located just a half mile away. From within Pleasanton: Off I-680, exit at Bernal Avenue and drive east. Turn left at Pleasanton Avenue and enter the fairgrounds.