r/lists • Posted by Bill "Bunker" Thompson🏕️ Outdoors
Best Eco-Friendly Golf Courses in California for Sustainable Play
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Los Robles Greens Golf Course
arcisgolf.com299 S Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361This place is a gem, nestled right on a nature preserve. They've really committed to sustainability, replacing tons of irrigated turf with native, drought-resistant plants. It's beautiful and smart! - 2
Barona Creek Golf Club
barona.com1932 Wildcat Canyon Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040Out in Lakeside, Barona Creek is doing amazing work restoring native oak trees and creating fantastic wildlife habitats. You might even spot over a hundred migratory bird species while you're out on the links! - 3
Ben Brown's Golf Course at The Ranch
theranchlb.com31106 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651Located in stunning Laguna Beach, this course is on a nature preserve and uses recycled water for irrigation. Plus, they're part of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program, which tells you they're serious about being green. - 4
Pebble Beach Golf Links
pebblebeach.com1700 17-Mile Dr, Pebble Beach, CA 93953This world-famous course isn't just picturesque; it's also an Audubon International Sanctuary. They've saved billions of gallons of potable water by using reclaimed sources and are constantly working to protect their coastal environment. - 5
Pasatiempo Golf Club
pasatiempo.com20 Pasatiempo Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Pasatiempo has been a leader in water conservation, significantly reducing usage and now irrigating primarily with recycled water. They also focus on organic fertilizers and protecting wildlife habitats. - 6
Indian Wells Golf Resort
indianwellsgolfresort.com44500 Indian Wells Ln, Indian Wells, CA 92210These folks in the desert are serious about saving water and reducing chemicals. They've even got a massive solar panel system that generates most of their energy – pretty cool for a golf resort! - 7
The Crossings at Carlsbad
thecrossingsatcarlsbad.com5800 The Crossings Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008A California Community Environmental Award winner, The Crossings uses recycled wastewater for almost all its irrigation needs. They've set aside a huge portion of their property for habitat protection too. - 8
Los Lagos Golf Course
playloslagos.com2995 Tuers Rd, San Jose, CA 95121This San Jose course is a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, which means they're doing excellent work with wildlife management, water conservation, and reducing chemical use. - 9
Silverado Resort and Spa
silveradoresort.com1600 Atlas Peak Rd, Napa, CA 94558Up in Napa, Silverado Resort is committed to sustainability across its entire property, including the golf courses. They've got a great composting program and are constantly looking for ways to be more eco-friendly. - 10
Rustic Canyon Golf Course
rusticcanyongolfcourse.com15100 E High St, Moorpark, CA 93021Rustic Canyon is a prime example of minimalist design, working with the natural landscape instead of against it. They barely moved any dirt during construction, preserving the native barrancas and chaparral. - 11
The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe
thebridgesrsf.com17400 The Bridges Rd, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067The landscaping here is designed with sustainability in mind, focusing on minimal water usage and fire-resistant plants. They've even got a major project underway to secure their own unlimited water supply, which is a big deal for Southern California!
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