Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad
This resort, which was named by "GOLF Magazine" to its 1998 list of "Silver Medal Resorts," is the only Arnold Palmer-designed course in San Diego. The layout provides great scenery, excellent conditions, and a fair amount of difficulty. The difficulty comes from the many uphill and downhill shots that are required due to the many changes in elevation. In addition, the natural vegetation that lines the fairways will add strokes to anyone who strays that way. The undulating greens are very large, fast, and extremely difficult to read. Several tee boxes and greens are elevated. The fairways are fairly wide open, but there is still a definite advantage in keeping your shots straight. Water hazards come into play on six holes. One of the prettiest holes is #3, a 149-yard, par 3, which requires a tee shot to a green that is protected by water in the front and sand bunkers in the back. This green is very difficult to two putt, particularly if the tee is back left. "GOLF Magazine" ranked Aviara 80th among the "Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the U.S." for 1998.
| Address | 7447 Batiquitos Drive | |
| City | Carlsbad | |
| State | California | |
| Zip | 92009 | |
| Phone | 760-603-6900 | |
| Type | Resort | |
| Holes | 18 holes | |
| Reservations | 6 Days in Advance -- Starting at 6:30 | |
| Pro Shop | On-Site -- Opens at 6:30 | |
| Year Built | 1991 | |
| Designer | Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay | |
| Type Of green | Bent Grass | |
| Hazards | Yes | |
| Guest Policy | Open | |
| Dress Code | No Denim, Collared Shirt and Bermuda Shorts Required | |
| Walking Allowed | No | |
| Cart Access | Course | |
| Caddies Available | No | |
| Club Rental | Yes | |
| Golf Car Rental | Included in Green Fees | |
| Pull Cart Rental | No | |
| Senior Discounts | No | |
| Other Discounts | No | |
| Visa | Yes | |
| Master Card | Yes | |
| American Express | Yes | |
| Discover | Yes | |
| Driver Range | Hit from grass | |
| Chipping Area | Yes | |
| Practice Bunker | Yes | |
| Teaching Pro | Yes | |
| Golf School | Yes | |
| Food | Full Bar, Beverage Cart, Snack Bar, and Restaurant |