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Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA•Public
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Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles
1 Trump National Dr
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275-6173
United States
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Overview
Just 30 minutes south of LAX, the Pete Dye design features Pacific Ocean views on every single hole. Built among the jagged cliffs of Palos Verdes Peninsula, Trump National Los Angeles is reportedly one of the most expensive courses constructed in the United States, as the Trump Golf folks claim it took $250 million to develop this scenic public golf experience.
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“Constant spectacular views of the ocean on virtually every hole did take your mind off the layout being fairly repetitive as the holes were back and forth horizontally on 5 different levels starting from sea level and rising. No real significant elevation changes within any hole other than #1. Greens were really well protected. Front nine (Blue tees) a 440 yard(#5) and 462 yard (#9) par 4's (into the wind) were very challenging. Kind of a bucket list course due to the expense, yet the tee sheet was full. You get a full dose of "The Donald" as you walk into the pro shop with all of the "MAGA" merch. Glad I played it once - would not go out of my way to play again."
Read More2026
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“You are greeted by a massive American flag blowing in the ocean breeze. Opulence everywhere throughout the facility. A demanding course off the tee with trouble everywhere. Green complexes will challenge even the best short game players. The views will keep you in a peaceful state of mind and should help remind you we are lucky to be alive!"
Read More2022
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“The service was incredible. The staff was trying so hard I began to feel a little bad! It's all poa because of its proximity to the ocean. Great views of Catalina Island. The limited size of the property and the sideways slope does give it a bit of a constrained feel. But the details of the greens complexes really captured my imagination. However, thumbs down on the waterfalls. The volume of water makes them sound like jet engines - can't hold conversations near them."
Read More2018
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“Go for the views! The course has an interesting layout, somewhat odd and repetitive at times. However, there are still some great holes that test all levels of golfer. Friendly staff made for a good experience as well."
Read More2018
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“Way overrated by Trump. Nice views but a lot of up and back holes. The course seemed short and repetitive. It didn't live up to my expectations."
Read More2018
