The Best Time of Day to Play Torrey Pines (Morning vs. Afternoon vs. Twilight)
Playing Torrey Pines Golf Course is more than just checking off a bucket-list item—it’s an experience that varies dramatically depending on when you tee off. The time of day you choose affects everything from course conditions and pace of play to pricing and photo opportunities. Whether you’re booking the championship South Course or the player-friendly …
Torrey Pines: The #2 and #9 Hardest Golf Courses on the PGA Tour
San Diego’s iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course has earned serious bragging rights this year. According to the latest PGA Tour statistics, both the South and North courses rank among the ten most difficult layouts the world’s best golfers faced during the 2025 season. A Double Dose of Difficulty While many golf facilities host challenging courses, …
The 2026 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Is Less Than 60 Days Away: Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The countdown is officially on—we’re less than 60 days away from the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course, and excitement is already building across San Diego. Every January, the PGA TOUR descends on one of the most scenic and iconic venues in golf, transforming Torrey Pines into the center of the golf …
Extend Your San Diego Summer: Golf After World Cup Watch Parties
While the FIFA World Cup 2026 brings global soccer excitement to Los Angeles, many fans and visitors will be based throughout Southern California… and San Diego is just a few hours away. Make your World Cup 2026 experience unforgettable by combining the tournament action with a golf escape to one of America’s premier golfing destinations. …
NASCAR is Coming to Coronado Island: Your Guide to San Diego’s Biggest 2026 Event
Get ready for one of the most thrilling weekends in San Diego sports history. NASCAR is bringing high-octane racing action to Naval Base Coronado on June 19-21, 2026, marking the first time NASCAR will ever race on an active military base. If you’re planning to visit San Diego for this historic event, you’re in for …
Why It’s So Hard to Get a Tee Time at Torrey Pines Golf Course
Looking to play one of the most famous public golf courses in the world? If you’ve tried booking a Torrey Pines tee time, you already know it’s not easy. Here’s why securing a round at Torrey Pines Golf Course can feel like winning the lottery. Limited Tee Time Availability Torrey Pines has two championship courses—North and …
The U.S. Ryder Cup Team and Their Torrey Pines Connection
When the Ryder Cup comes around, every storyline matters — recent form, past major success, and even a golfer’s history on certain courses. For the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup team, Torrey Pines plays a special role. Some players have already triumphed there, others cut their teeth nearby, and one pair even shares a collegiate connection …
Farmers Insurance Open Tickets Now Available – Don’t Miss Out!
San Diego’s premier PGA TOUR event is back! The Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines is set to deliver another unforgettable week of world-class golf, breathtaking ocean views, and the electric energy that only Torrey can provide. Each year, the Farmers Insurance Open brings together the game’s biggest stars and thousands of fans for an …
Lofty Stage by Tod Leonard (via Fore)
Perched dramatically on the bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Torrey Pines Golf Course holds secrets that go far beyond its reputation as one of America’s premier public golf destinations. While most visitors know it as the home of the PGA Tour’s Farmers Insurance Open and the site of Tiger Woods’ legendary 2008 U.S. Open victory, …
Famous Rules Moments at Torrey Pines
When the U.S. Open shines its spotlight on San Diego, it’s a perfect time to revisit some unforgettable—and sometimes quirky—rules rulings from Torrey Pines. From creative towel strategies to quirky playoff procedures, here’s a look at four memorable rulebook highlights that remind us how golf’s regulations sometimes produce the wildest stories. 1. The Towel That …


