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Rustic Canyon Golf Course
Moorpark, California, United States
18 Holes · Par 72 · Green fees vary by day, time and booking window; see the course website for current rates · Links
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About Rustic Canyon Golf Course
Rustic Canyon Golf Course is a public 18-hole, par 72 course in Moorpark, California. Its architects took a minimalist approach with an emphasis on angles and ground play, drawing on the links courses of Great Britain and Ireland. Fairways are wide, greens are large and undulating, and native barrancas are worked into the holes. From the back tees it measures 7,044 yards, yet the design relies on strategy more than length. It is widely regarded as one of Southern California's best public-golf values.
- A barranca cuts across the opening fairway short of the green, setting the tone for the round.
- A pro shop, grill and practice facilities sit alongside the course.
- Minimal earthmoving left the holes close to the natural terrain, with the routing following its contours.
- Canyon topography affects how putts roll, with downhill putts running faster than uphill ones on the same slope.
History of Rustic Canyon Golf Course
Rustic Canyon dates to 2002 and was designed by Gil Hanse with his associate Jim Wagner and golf writer Geoff Shackelford.
Signature holes at Rustic Canyon Golf Course
The opening hole is the one that sets the course's character, with a barranca dividing the fairway short of the green.
When to play Rustic Canyon Golf Course
Rounds commonly take four hours or more, so allow extra time on busy days. Firm, fast conditions suit the ground-game design.
Playing Rustic Canyon Golf Course: tips
The course is at 15100 Happy Camp Canyon Road in Moorpark, and tee times are booked through the course website. The routing can be walked. Allow time on the practice facilities before you start.
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Visit Rustic Canyon Golf Course
15100 Happy Camp Canyon Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021
Moorpark, California, United States
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Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Rustic Canyon Golf Course
Can anyone play Rustic Canyon?
Yes. It is a public course, and tee times are booked online through the course website rather than through a members' office.
Is Rustic Canyon easy to walk?
Yes. The layout is walkable, so you can carry or push your own clubs.
Is Rustic Canyon a links course?
Not literally. It takes its ideas from the links courses of Britain and Ireland but sits in a dry canyon with native vegetation.