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The Best Golf Courses in Ventura County

Best Public Golf Course

Soule Park

Nestled in the Ojai Valley, Soule Park Golf Course designed in 1962 by William F. Bell was renovated in 2005 by famous golf course architect Gil Hanse. This transformation led to Soule Park becoming one of the best public golf courses in California because of its beautiful scenic views surrounded by the Topatopa Mountains, high quality maintenance all with affordable green fees. 

Covering over 300 acres of land, this 18 hole, 6,800 yard, par 72 course is a perfect spot for golfers to enjoy a peaceful and scenic round of golf in the heart of Ojai Valley.

Best Private Golf Course

The Saticoy Club

Tucked in the hillsides of Somis, The Saticoy Club is the first private members only club in Ventura County. Designed in 1921 by architect William F. Bell, The Saticoy Country Club is regarded as “one of the most respected and elite golf courses in Southern California”. 

It has hosted many USGA Championship Qualifiers and Amateur Championships. This 18 hole, par 72 championship golf course is known for its pristine conditions and challenging layout, making it one of the best private courses in Southern California.  

Best Overall Golf Course

Sherwood Country Club

The Sherwood Country Club, a Jack Nicklaus designed signature golf course in Lake Sherwood in the Santa Monica Mountains. This PGA Tour course is no secret to fame, Tiger Woods has won 5 times on this course during the “World Challenge” Tournaments.

Tiger Woods playing at Sherwood Country Club

Tiger Woods Playing at Sherwood Country Club

Opened in 1989, Sherwood Country Club has around 375 golf memberships, this members only golf course is the best golf course in Ventura County with its perfect conditions, beautiful scenery surrounded by luxury homes, and has a great history from PGA events. 

Best Affordable Golf Course

Camarillo Springs Golf Course

If you want affordability, peace and quiet, Camarillo Springs is your go to. This scenic course pays for itself just from the breathtaking views of the mountains and peacefulness. If you want to have a nice round of golf with your friends, drink some beers and have a good time then you will definitely enjoy playing this course. Though it is not maintained too well, you have to try out this course if you want some peace and quiet. Located right off the 101 in Camarillo, this 18 hole, par 72 course is a great bang for your buck. 

Hidden Gem

Sterling Hills Golf Club

Sterling Hills, a hidden gem in Ventura County. This 18 hole, 6,800 yard, 71 par course was designed in 1999 by Damian Pascuzzo and Robert M. Graves. In between the Camarillo hills and avocado trees lies Sterling Hills golf course, the first and only public golf course in Ventura County when it opened in 1999. Surrounded by tall Eucalyptus trees, this course is in great condition, has a lot of elevation changes, and has a feel of a private golf course. If you want a peaceful round of golf surrounded by great landscapes, Sterling Hills is the place for you.

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By Tristan Stehle

Tristan Stehle is in his first year at Ventura College studying Business and Social Media Marketing looking to get his AA in Social Media Marketing. Tristan has a passion in the sports card and memorabilia industry, as well as in the financial markets. He started a sports memorabilia company in 2021 and is looking to expand his knowledge in marketing to further his strengths as an entrepreneur.

One reply on “The Best Golf Courses in Ventura County”

My fiancé loves golf so I can’t wait to impress him with my newly found knowledge of local courses. I didn’t know there were so many in Ventura County. I appreciated the inclusion of cheaper courses, with the price of clubs (even used ones), it’s always great to save a bit of money!

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