Half Moon Bay Golf - Ocean Course

The Ocean Course at Half Moon Bay Golf Links is the crown jewel of Peninsula golf, featuring several holes that dramatically hug the Pacific Ocean cliffs and deliver some of the most stunning golf scenery in California. Designed by Arthur Hills and opened in 1997, the Ocean Course has quickly established itself as a must-play for any serious golfer visiting the Bay Area.

The finishing holes along the ocean are genuinely spectacular — the 18th hole, playing along the cliff edge with the Pacific crashing below, is one of the most memorable finishing holes in Northern California golf. The coastal winds add an unpredictable element that requires constant adjustment and creative shot-making.

As the more premium of the two Half Moon Bay courses, the Ocean Course commands higher green fees but delivers an experience that is worth every penny for golfers who appreciate dramatic coastal scenery combined with championship golf design. Booking well in advance is essential, especially on weekends.