
Rolling Hills Course
Rolling Hills Country Club



About this course
Rolling Hills at Rolling Hills Country Club, etched into the landscape of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, remains a testament to classic California golf. Built in the early days of the area's development, the parkland layout unfolds across gently rolling hills, presenting a deceptively challenging round amidst its serene setting. A round at Rolling Hills rewards length and accuracy for sure as the long course plays deceptively due to elevation changes that are subtle to the naked eye. The course rewards strategic play over brute force, with well-placed bunkers and undulating greens placing a premium on precise iron play. Originally designed in the mid-century, Rolling Hills has seen tweaks and refinements over the years to meet the demands of the modern game. While no major championships have graced its fairways, the course has been a favored venue for local and regional amateur events, further cementing its place in the Southern California golfing landscape. Rolling Hills maintains a distinctly Californian atmosphere. While not necessarily one of the state's most lauded courses, it is highly regarded amongst the local community. Rolling Hills fosters a relaxed atmosphere where golf and social camaraderie intertwine. The membership is known for its down-to-earth, convivial spirit, reflected in the regular member tournaments and social events held throughout the year.
Quick facts
- Location
- Rolling Hills Estates, CA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1965
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Ted Robinson Sr.
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 7,155 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.8/135
- Course Vaults score
- 8.2
Getting there
The journey to Rolling Hills Country Club begins at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), approximately thirty miles north, followed by a leisurely forty-five-minute drive south through the sprawling suburbs of greater Los Angeles before ascending into the exclusive hillside enclave of Rolling Hills Estates. For those arriving by private aviation, Long Beach Airport (LGB) offers a closer alternative, situated just twenty minutes away by car, while the ultra-discreet clientele may prefer the boutique services of Santa Monica Airport (SMO) or the more remote options further inland. The final ascent winds through the gated community's quiet, tree-lined streets, climbing steadily into the coastal hills where the manicured grounds and Mediterranean-influenced clubhouse emerge against a backdrop of distant ocean vistas - a serene counterpoint to the urban sprawl left behind below. Rolling Hills Country Club's position atop the Palos Verdes Peninsula offers not merely arrival, but a genuine escape into one of Southern California's most guarded residential sanctuaries.

FAQ
Common questions about Rolling Hills
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Rolling Hills has a Course Vaults score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 18 logged golfers.
Rolling Hills was designed by Ted Robinson Sr..
Rolling Hills is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Rolling Hills is 70.
Rolling Hills plays 7,155 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Rolling Hills is 135.



