When it comes to taking a vacation or sun bathing with a nice ocean breeze, there are few places that can rival Puerto Peñasco, or Rocky Point (English translation). Located just 4 hours south of Phoenix, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico boasts various resorts, beautiful coastal views, and miles upon miles of sand dunes. Whether it be sitting out on the beach, enjoying a drink, riding an ATV, or relaxing at the resort, there is something here for everyone to have a good time. While many are unaware of it, Puerto Peñasco even has golf courses to entertain all skill levels of golfers.
Golf along the Gulf
If you are a golf enthusiast, you will want to experience the uniqueness and beauty that Puerto Peñasco brings to the game. Throughout the vacation destination are three highly praised golf courses. Each course is situated near the Gulf of California and is enriched with the refreshing cross winds from the sea. Each course is well managed and features carefully palled bunkers, and rolling fairways to keep even the best of players challenged. If you enjoy golf, be sure to not just hang out at the beach, and start playing golf in Puerto Penasco. Come and check out these amazing courses. Enjoy!
- The Links at Islas Del Mar-This 18-hole, 72 par course brings the golfing experience to a whole new level. The course is complimented by the Sandy Beach shores and is built to match the links-style terrain of the original golf courses played on by the Scots from over 600 years ago. Be sure to swing by The Links to experience this course’s amazing service and challenging, yet fun, 18 holes of golf.
- Peninsula de Cortes Golf Course at the Mayan Palace-Resting on a two mile peninsula and surrounded completely by water, this 18 hole and 72 par course will provide you with plenty of fun and challenging moments. This course was designed by golfing legend Jack Nicklaus and features various obstacles such as sloping fairways, spontaneous ocean breezes, and bunkers. If you thought golfing was great before, you’ll be amazed at how much the beautiful views of this course will enhance your experience. To make things even better, the Peninsula de Cortes is often considered one of the greatest golf courses in the world.
- Laguna Del Mar Golf Course-Just like the Peninsula de Cortes, the Laguna Del Mar Golf Course is another one of golfing legend Jack Nicklaus’ masterpieces. The course features 18 challenging holes and is surrounded by salt water lagoons and stunning coastal views.