Camarillo Springs Golf Course

Camarillo Springs Golf Course sits in the hills above Camarillo in Ventura County, California, designed by Ted Robinson and opened in 1972. Robinson, known throughout California for his extensive portfolio of public and resort courses, routed this layout across rolling terrain that offers elevation changes uncommon in the relatively flat Oxnard Plain below. The course takes advantage of natural contours and canyon features, creating a parkland setting with mature trees and strategic water hazards that became a Robinson signature. The routing moves through varied topography, with several holes playing uphill or downhill and others crossing small ravines. Water comes into play on multiple holes, typically positioned to challenge approach shots rather than tee balls. The design reflects Robinson's philosophy of creating accessible public golf that still demands thoughtful course management, with generous landing areas off the tee but well-protected greens that reward accurate iron play. Camarillo Springs serves as a daily-fee facility and has functioned as a community course for the Camarillo area for over five decades. The property's elevation provides views across the surrounding agricultural land and toward the Santa Monica Mountains. The course has undergone periodic updates to maintain playability and conditioning while preserving Robinson's original design intent. It represents a typical example of 1970s California public golf architecture, balancing challenge with accessibility for a broad range of players.