Cruiser at Navy Golf Course

The Cruiser course at Navy Golf Course in Cypress, California, is a Ted Robinson Sr. design that serves military personnel, veterans, and their families at the Joint Forces Training Base Los Alamitos. Robinson, known for his prolific work throughout California and the western United States from the 1950s through the 1990s, typically incorporated water features and strategic bunkering into layouts that balanced playability with challenge. The facility operates as a military golf course, making it accessible primarily to those with Department of Defense affiliations.

The course occupies relatively flat terrain characteristic of the coastal plain of Orange County, where elevation changes are minimal and the design relies on Robinson's trademark use of water hazards, trees, and bunker placement to define holes and create strategic interest. The layout reflects the practical constraints and objectives of military golf facilities, which prioritize accessibility and steady play while maintaining competitive standards for a diverse membership base.

Navy Golf Course sits in a heavily developed area of northwest Orange County, surrounded by the suburban communities of Cypress, Los Alamitos, and Seal Beach. The setting provides a straightforward golf experience without dramatic natural features, where course conditioning and Robinson's architectural elements create the playing challenge. The facility serves an important recreational function for the military community in Southern California, offering an affordable and convenient option for service members and their families in a region where golf can otherwise be expensive.