The most scenic golf courses in Los Angeles, California
The golf courses within about 25 miles of Los Angeles, California that Course Vaults golfers rate highest for scenery, from views and setting to the look of the property. Each course needs scenery ratings from at least 5 different golfers who played it; 9 courses qualify.
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Bel Air Country Club
Los Angeles, CA, USAScenery 4.5 out of 5 from 10 golfers
PrivateGeorge C. Thomas & William Park Bell Sr.
- 5.0Conditions
- 4.4Layout
- 4.5Scenery
- 4.5Facilities
I loved how you leave the clubhouse and disappear back into the neighborhood, almost feeling tucked away from everything. The iconic bridge is obviously a standout feature and makes the property so memorable, along with the incredible views. The course was in great condition…
Written by
@jensencastle
- Must play
- Pristine
- Caddies
North
The Los Angeles Country Club
Los Angeles, CA, USAScenery 4.4 out of 5 from 18 golfers
PrivateGeorge C. Thomas
- 4.9Conditions
- 4.7Layout
- 4.4Scenery
- 4.6Facilities
The North at LACC made for a controversial US Open venue in 2023. I’m of the opinion that George Thomas’s 1927 design is one of the best in the West. The North’s front nine is undoubtedly one of my favorite nines I have played, with an equally as compelling back nine.
Written by
@Jwguy
- Must play
- Pristine
- Fast greens
Riviera Country Club
Pacific Palisades, CA, USAScenery 4.0 out of 5 from 18 golfers
PrivateGeorge C. Thomas & Ron Forse
- 5.0Conditions
- 4.8Layout
- 4.0Scenery
- 4.5Facilities
Shot values to the max. Recovery options available. #4 has to be on the list of hardest holes I've ever played. #8 has to be on the list of most fun. I'm actually down on #10 unless you can carry the ball 305. I think it's a layup hole if you can't.
Written by
@Urannimal
- Must play
- Challenging
- Pristine
Lakeside Golf Club
Burbank, CA, USAScenery 4.0 out of 5 from 7 golfers
PrivateMax Behr & Willie Watson
- 4.0Conditions
- 4.3Layout
- 4.0Scenery
- 4.4Facilities
Generous targets off the tee, just the right amount of tree cover for my liking and expansive greens that offer many pin locations and variety.
Written by
@Lazstradamus
- Hidden gem
- Bar
- Walkable
South
The Los Angeles Country Club
Los Angeles, CA, USAScenery 4.0 out of 5 from 5 golfers
PrivateGeoff Shackelford
- 4.7Conditions
- 4.1Layout
- 4.0Scenery
- 4.4Facilities
- Driving range
- Hidden gem
- Restaurant
Brentwood Country Club
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Scenery 3.3 out of 5 from 6 golfers
Simi Hills Golf Course
Simi Valley, CA, USA
Scenery 3.1 out of 5 from 5 golfers
Penmar Golf Club
Venice, CA, USA
Scenery 3.0 out of 5 from 5 golfers
Rancho Park Golf Club
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Scenery 2.7 out of 5 from 7 golfers
How we rank
This ranking uses each golfer’s scenery rating, on a 0.5–5 scale. Scenery is the scenery score golfers give when they log a round. Every golfer counts once per course: repeat rounds are averaged first, then the course score is the average across golfers. A course needs scenery ratings from at least 5 different golfers. Ties go to the course with more golfers, then the higher Course Vaults score. Only open courses with a published Course Vaults score (at least 5 explicit ratings) are eligible, and a page is published only when at least 5 courses qualify. City pages include courses within about 25 miles of Los Angeles, so nearby suburbs can appear. Rankings refresh about hourly.
FAQ
Bel Air Country Club is #1 on Course Vaults in and around Los Angeles, California at Scenery 4.5/5 (10 golfers). 9 courses qualify for this list.
This ranking uses each golfer’s scenery rating, on a 0.5–5 scale. Scenery is the scenery score golfers give when they log a round. Every golfer counts once per course: repeat rounds are averaged first, then the course score is the average across golfers. A course needs scenery ratings from at least 5 different golfers. Ties go to the course with more golfers, then the higher Course Vaults score. Only open courses with a published Course Vaults score (at least 5 explicit ratings) are eligible, and a page is published only when at least 5 courses qualify. City pages include courses within about 25 miles of Los Angeles, so nearby suburbs can appear. Rankings refresh about hourly.
A course appears once at least 5 different golfers have rated its scenery on Course Vaults. Log your round and rate it in the app to help it qualify.
Yes. It includes qualifying courses within about 25 miles of Los Angeles, not only courses whose address is in the city.
This page was last generated Nov 12, 2026, 4:00 AM EST. Scores and eligibility are recomputed about every hour.
