Bennett Valley Golf Course

Bennett Valley Golf Course sits in the rolling terrain of Sonoma County wine country, just outside Santa Rosa in Northern California. Designed by Ben Harmon and opened in 1969, the course occupies land that transitions from relatively flat valley floor to gently sloping hillsides, offering views across the surrounding vineyards and coastal mountain ranges. The municipal facility serves both local residents and visitors exploring the region's golf offerings alongside its better-known wine tourism. The layout measures approximately 6,600 yards from the back tees and features a traditional parkland character with mature trees lining many fairways. Water comes into play on several holes, and the routing takes advantage of the natural elevation changes to create variety in approach shots and green complexes. The course maintains a straightforward design philosophy typical of its era, emphasizing playability for a range of skill levels while still presenting challenges through strategic bunkering and well-protected greens. As a public facility operated by the City of Santa Rosa, Bennett Valley serves a broad cross-section of golfers and hosts local tournaments and junior programs. The course provides a more accessible alternative to the premium private clubs and resort courses found elsewhere in Sonoma County, offering a solid test of golf in a pleasant setting without the price point of neighboring wine country destinations. The clubhouse facilities support casual rounds and group outings typical of municipal operations in California's North Bay region.