Brian Oar - Fairways+Greens
Brian Oar - Fairways+Greens
Brian Oar - Fairways+Greens
Overview
Aviara, part of an upscale Hyatt resort, has held the LPGA's JTBC Classic (formerly the Kia Classic) for the past nine years. The only Arnold Palmer design in the area, this resort course meanders through rolling hillsides and is landscaped with native Southern California wildflowers.
About
Awards
Best in State: Ranked inside the top 30, 1995. Ranked 31st, 2013-'14.
Panelists
Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES
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Reviews
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“This Arnold Palmer designed layout is part of the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort. It is a well-manicured setting along a coastal lagoon. The course has several ravines which require carries. In addition, it has a number of man-made water features which come into play. Like many Arnold Palmer courses, numerous bunkers provide shot making challenges. The rolling hills, lush features and natural wildflowers enhance the playing experience. The generally wide fairways allow the golfer to hit away. The second shots are generally into ample greens. The relatively large greens with subtle undulations provide an opportunity to score well. Several holes provide unique challenges. The first par 3, hole 3 which is well manicured, is relatively short but is mostly surrounded by water and requires a very accurate tee shot the entire length of the hole. To reach the hole, a long drive is required with an accurate second shot between a long bunker and water. The beautiful green surrounds make this an idyllic finishing hole. Overall, the setting provides a fun round of golf enhanced by the beautiful surroundings."
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“Arnold Palmer, 1991 Located in North San Diego near Carlsbad, Ca. This upscale resort course is associate with the Park Hyatt Aviara and very scenic with beautiful par 3’s that include waterfalls and ponds and native wildflowers. The course is kept in excellent condition. It traverses thru hillsides and ravines and is situated adjacent to the Batiquitos Lagoon"
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“Beautiful layout, rolling hills, very nice par 3's. Green complexes are very large and fairways are wide."
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“A wonderful Arnold Palmer design that takes advantage of the rolling terrain to create a fun and challenging layout. Generous landing areas often hide speed slots, prime areas to land your tee shots and propel your ball towards the hole, miss the sweet spot and you will be challenged to make par or better. Great service and amenities in a wonderful setting, not to be missed."
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“Aviara is a nice facility with high-end conditioning and a big focus on aesthetics. The design is nice enough, but the experience is intended to be high-end!"
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“Ample elevation change and doglegs at this well maintained resort course. Collection of par 3s is outstanding in challenge and beauty. Would love to see firmer fairways and greens"
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“Botanists might enjoy as much as golfers. One poor hole and a lot of really good ones. Room off the tee on most holes. Greens were firm but still receptive"
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“The course is well maintained and in a beautiful setting. Lots of elevation changes and challenges with extremely difficult 18th into the prevailing wind with water left and OB right. Staff is most accommodating and the pace of play was outstanding the day I played. A bit pricey or I'd give it 5 stars."
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“The re-grassing of the course took very well. Really nice conditioned course. A great variety of holes. You can make it easy or hard depending on the tees selected. A good value considering the general pricing for resort courses."
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“Fantastic course conditions!"
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