 Long
Beach
Virginia Country Club is the pride of Long Beach
The 18-hole "Virginia" course at the Virginia Country Club
facility in Long Beach, California features 6,505 yards of
golf from the longest tees for a par of 71 . The course rating
is 70.9 and it has a slope rating of 128. Designed by William
P. Bell, ASGCA/(R) Robert Muir Graves, ASGCA/Edward B. Dearie,
Jr., the Virginia golf course opened in 1909. Virginia CC
is private.
 The
City of Long Beach is truly the golf capital of Southern California.
Within the City, six public courses can suit the taste of
any golfer regardless of ability. All golf facilities are
operated with pride by the American Golf Corporation.
Recreation Park
18-Holes
5000 E. Anaheim (562) 494-5000
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Old
Rec Park
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Yardage
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PAR |
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Championship
Blue
|
6324
|
72
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Men's
Regular White
|
6060
|
72
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Ladie's
Red
|
5787
|
73
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Located
among beautiful rolling hills, Recreation Park was constructed
in 1917 and was originally known as Virginia Country Club. This
very private club was opened to the public in 1931 and has since
been known by its current name. Recreation Park, designated
as one of the busiest golf courses in the nation, provides a
night lighted driving range, practice greens, pro shop, full
service restaurant and banquet facilities for up to 150 people.
El
Dorado Park
18 Holes
2400 Studebaker Road (562) 430-5411
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El
Dorado Park
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Yardage
|
PAR |
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Championship
Blue
|
6474
|
72
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Men's
Regular White
|
6267
|
72
|
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Ladie's
Red
|
5917
|
73
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The previous venue of the Queen Mary Open, this facility has
now been selected as the site of the prestigious Long Beach
Open. A magnificent 18-hole layout, El Dorado can truly be called
a "player's course," due to its expansive layout and
numerous water hazards. Extensive practice facilities and full
service restaurant are available at El Dorado. The restaurant
can accommodate up to 150 people for special occasions or meetings.
An outdoor tent offers space for 650 people.
Skylinks
18 Holes
4800 E. Wardlow (562) 421-3388
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Skylinks
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Yardage
|
PAR |
|
Championship
Blue
|
6354
|
72
|
|
Men's
Regular White
|
6125
|
72
|
|
Ladie's
Red
|
5918
|
73
|
Directly
across Lakewood Blvd., from the Long Beach Airport, this course
provides an interesting blend of playing characteristics. Several
water hazards and numerous bunkers await your errant shots,
while excellent fairways and greens rewards your good play.
This 18-hole course is a very enjoyable experience for all skill
levels. Skylinks also offers a night lighted driving range,
practice greens, a full service restaurant, bar and banquet
facilities that can hold up to 150 people.
Recreation
Park South
9-Holes
5000 E. 7th Street (562) 438-4012
|
Rec
Park South
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Yardage
|
PAR |
|
Championship
Blue
|
1990
|
31
|
|
Men's
Regular White
|
1808
|
31
|
|
Ladie's
Red
|
1703
|
31
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Located
directly across 7th Street from the majestic 18-hole course,
this nine-hole executive facility affords guests a selection
of shots and settings, which range from rolling hills to views
of the Colorado Lagoon. This course also offers practice greens,
a pro shop and food service.
Heartwell
18-Holes
Par 3
6700 E. Carson (562) 421-8855
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Heartwell
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Yardage
|
PAR |
|
Blue Tees
|
2153
|
31
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For
those seeking this alternative, this facility offers an extremely
enjoyable 18-hole round of par 3 golf. With holes ranging from
85 to 140 yards, two water hazards and numerous sand traps,
this course will test the skills of the most seasoned player,
as well as remain exceptionally enjoyable for the beginner.
This fully lighted course also boasts of its excellent practice
range, full size chipping and putting greens, full service restaurant
and a professionally staffed pro shop.
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