San Diego has a reputation as a paradise for casual golfers, and it is. But it also has some brutally difficult tracks that will test anyone who thinks their game is in good shape. These are the ten hardest courses in the county, ranked by the people who play them regularly. Torrey Pines South The …
12 Best Restaurants and Bars Near Torrey Pines for Post-Round Drinks and Dining
La Jolla sits right at the doorstep of Torrey Pines, and it happens to be one of the best eating and drinking neighborhoods in San Diego. Whether you want a burger and a beer or a proper sit-down dinner with ocean views, here is where to go after the round. The Grill at Torrey Pines …
Topgolf May Be Coming to San Diego’s Harbor Island — Here’s Where Things Stand
A long-discussed plan to bring a Topgolf to Harbor Island has cleared another hurdle, though there’s still plenty of road ahead before anyone hits a shot out over the bay. The Port of San Diego has released its Draft Environmental Impact Report for the development, which opens a public comment period running through August 24. …
The Best San Diego Golf Courses for Groups and Bachelor Parties
San Diego is one of the best bachelor party destinations in the country, and golf is a big part of why. Good weather year-round, courses that range from relaxed to resort-level, and enough off-course activity to fill every hour between tee times. Here is how to put a great group trip together. The Best Courses …
The PGA Tour’s Most Storied Venues — And Why Torrey Pines Belongs at the Top
There’s a reason golf fans talk about “sacred ground.” Some courses don’t just host tournaments — they become the tournament. They’re the places where legends are made, records are set, and players etch their names into history year after year. The PGA Tour has been around for decades, and only a handful of venues have …
The 2027 PGA Tour Schedule Is Here — And San Diego Is Front and Center
The 2027 PGA Tour season is shaping up to be one of the best in years, and if you’re a San Diego golf fan, you have every reason to be fired up. The season kicks off on the West Coast, swings through the most iconic venues in the game, and builds toward an unforgettable major …
The Broken Leg Heard Around the World: Tiger’s 2008 US Open at Torrey Pines
There are great sporting performances and then there is what Tiger Woods did at Torrey Pines in June 2008. Five days of golf played on a broken leg, a torn ACL, and a level of competitive will that left everyone who witnessed it struggling to find adequate words. Doctors had told Woods he had two …
Torrey Pines Gets a New Name — And We Couldn’t Be More Excited
Big news for San Diego golf fans: the PGA TOUR event at Torrey Pines has a new title sponsor, a new name, and a very bright future. Starting in January 2027, the tournament will be called The Sentry, with Sentry Insurance stepping in as the new presenting sponsor. If you’ve been a Torrey Pines regular …
Torrey Pines Photo Spots: The Best Places for Instagram-Worthy Golf Pictures
Torrey Pines is one of the most photographed public golf courses in the world, and for good reason. Cliffs, ocean, canyon, and manicured turf all in the same frame. If you’re bringing a camera or just your phone, here are the five spots worth stopping for. South Course, Hole 3 Tee Box This is the …
Torrey Pines Tested: What Past Winners Tell Us About the 2026 PGA Championship
When looking ahead to the 2026 PGA Championship, one of the most compelling ways to anticipate the style of play and likely contenders is by studying past winners at Torrey Pines. While the major won’t be held there, Torrey Pines has consistently proven to be one of the toughest and most “major-like” venues in professional …
