Eagle Ridge Golf Club

Eagle Ridge Golf Club sits in the rolling hills east of Gilroy, a region known for its agricultural heritage and proximity to the southern reaches of the San Francisco Bay Area. Designed by Ron Fream and David Dale, the course takes advantage of natural elevation changes and ridgeline terrain that characterize this part of Santa Clara County. The layout incorporates the property's topography to create a routing that moves through varied landscapes, with holes playing along hillsides and through valleys. Fream, who has designed courses throughout California and internationally, often emphasizes strategic options and playability across different skill levels. At Eagle Ridge, the design reflects this approach with fairways that reward thoughtful positioning and greens that require careful club selection given the elevation shifts. The property's natural contours mean players encounter uphill and downhill shots throughout the round, and wind can be a factor on the more exposed holes along the ridges. The course serves as a daily-fee facility accessible to golfers throughout the South Bay and Central Coast regions. Its location in Gilroy places it within reach of both San Jose to the north and communities along Highway 101 extending south toward Salinas. The setting offers views of surrounding hills and agricultural land, providing a sense of separation from more developed areas while remaining convenient to major transportation corridors.