MONARCH DUNES
1606 Trilogy Parkway | Nipomo CA 93444
www.monarchdunes.com | 805.343.9459
Course designers: Damian Pascuzzo/Steve Pate
FG Signature Series Ranking: 17 Southern California

California's Central Coast has always fallen into the "sleeper" category among West Coast golf destinations, but Monarch Dunes pushed it right into the big time with two outstanding courses — the full-sized "Old Course" that's part rough-and-tumble linksland, part eucalyptus-lined parkland and 100 percent fun, with a collection of par 5s and par 3s that are simply unforgettable. The newer Challenge Course is the toughest par-3 12-holer in creation, laid out among fescue-riddled dunes and perfect for a quick afternoon round in the cool coastal breezes. This is master-planned community golf like nothing else in California, and a definite don't miss.