Torrey Pines Golf Course
Rivaling Carmel's famous Pebble Beach, the Torrey Pines Golf Course sits in a beautiful location high on the cliffs of La Jolla overlooking the ocean. One errant tee shot can send your golf ball right into the Pacific Ocean. The complex includes two eighteen-hole courses. Many people are surprised to find out that both courses at Torrey Pines are public courses that can be played by anyone for a very reasonable price.
Torrey Pines is host to the annual Buick Invitational Open, which has included such world-class golfers as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, Tiger Woods, and local favorite son, Phil Mickelson. The tournament dates back to 1952 and was for a long time known as The Andy Williams Open. The tournament is nationally telecast every February causing envy in those whose see the beautiful, mild La Jolla winter weather.