
The Links Course
The Links at Terranea



About this course
Perched dramatically above the Pacific on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, The Links at Terranea offers a distinctive, albeit abbreviated, golfing experience shaped by its stunning coastal location. Don Knott's vision of a resort course, created to entertain guests and newcomers, became a popular destination to experience the game. This par-3 course, designed by Todd Eckenrode - Origins Golf Design, takes full advantage of the dramatic bluffs, rewarding strategy and precise iron play over raw power. Don't let the short layout fool you, the course offers views of Catalina Island from every hole, offering challenges for novices and pros alike. While not a championship venue, The Links serves as an introduction to the game for vacationers and a proving ground for Palos Verdes' junior golfers, instilling a love for the game within a setting hard to match. The course is adjacent to the resort's award-winning spa, providing a great way to cap off a perfect day of golf and relaxation.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in CA
Quick facts
- Location
- Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2009
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 27
- Length
- 716 yards
- Course Vaults score
- 7.0
Getting there
The journey to The Links at Terranea begins at Los Angeles International Airport, a mere thirty-minute drive south along the sweeping Pacific Coast Highway. The route traces the curve of Santa Monica Bay before climbing onto the dramatic bluffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, where the urban sprawl gives way to protected coastline and unobstructed ocean views. As the road winds through gated residential enclaves and nature preserves, the Mediterranean-style resort emerges on the clifftops above Abalone Cove - a striking contrast of terracotta roofs and manicured fairways set against the endless blue of the Pacific.

FAQ
Common questions about The Links
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
The Links has a Course Vaults score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 31 logged golfers.
Yes. The Links is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at The Links is 27.
The Links plays 716 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The Links is a 9-hole course.




