The Links at Bodega Harbour

21301 Heron Drive
Bodega Bay
California
94923

A Robert Trent Jones Jr. coastal links with Pacific views from every hole.

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Format
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
Group
1
4
Ages
All ages · Junior Youth on Course rates after 2pm weekdays
Price
18-hole green fees with cart · Sonoma County resident, NCGA, and military discounts · Twilight and 9-hole rates available

Signature Adventure

The closing three holes along the edge of the Pacific — the dramatic coastal finish that has made Bodega Harbour Northern California's answer to Pebble Beach, at a fraction of the green fee.

The Links at Bodega Harbour is the Sonoma Coast's championship-tier public course — a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design perched above the Pacific in Bodega Bay, an hour north of San Francisco. The back nine opened in 1978, the front nine completed the eighteen in 1987, and Jones returned for an extensive renovation in 2008 that stripped and rebuilt all eighteen greens and reconstructed roughly ninety-six bunkers. The course holds a four-star Golf Digest Places to Play rating and is annually counted among Northern California's top ten public courses.

Experience Highlights

The Oceanfront Closing Three — the dramatic Pacific-edge finish that earns the Pebble Beach comparison.

A Robert Trent Jones Jr. Links — par-70 over roughly 6,284 yards, with ocean views from every hole.

2008 Renovation — all eighteen greens rebuilt and roughly 96 bunkers reconstructed.

Wind Is the Defender — a modest yardage that plays far longer when the coastal breeze comes up.

Four-Star Public — a Golf Digest Places to Play rating, with resident, NCGA, and military discounts.

The layout is a true Scottish-style links: par 70 over roughly 6,284 yards, rating 71.8, slope 131, with rolling fairways, native coastal rough, seaside marshes, and ocean views from every one of the eighteen holes. The closing three holes run along the edge of the Pacific, the dramatic finish the course is known for. Wind is the constant defender — the yardage is modest, but an exposed coastal layout plays far longer when the breeze comes up. Director of Golf John Neri and PGA Head Professional Bryan Patterson head up instruction. Sonoma County residents, NCGA members, and military receive posted discounts. It is the closest thing the Sonoma Coast offers to Pebble Beach, at a fraction of the price.

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John Neri

Director of Golf

John Neri is the Director of Golf at The Links at Bodega Harbour, the Robert Trent Jones Jr. links course on the Sonoma Coast. A Sonoma State graduate, he came up through the club as its assistant professional and tournament coordinator before taking the lead role, and he teaches members and guests of every age and ability — from first-timers to seasoned players.

Experience Details

Wind layers and rain gear — the course is exposed and the Pacific breeze is a constant. Golf shoes with soft spikes, sun protection, extra balls for the coastal rough. Sonoma County residents, NCGA members, and military should bring ID for the posted discounts.

Provided

Eighteen-hole championship links course, GPS golf car fleet, pro shop, practice facilities, the Bluewater Lounge and snack bar, and PGA instruction headed by Director of Golf John Neri and Head Professional Bryan Patterson.

Price Includes

Eighteen holes on the coastal links with a GPS-equipped golf car. Twilight and nine-hole rates are available; resident, NCGA, and military discounts apply with ID at check-in.

Price Excludes

Club rental and instruction with the golf staff are separate. Food and drink at the Bluewater Lounge and snack bar are not included.

Not Recommended For

Not ideal for golfers who struggle in wind — the exposed coastal layout plays difficult when the Pacific breeze is up. Beginners may find the native rough and pot bunkers punishing. The round is best booked in advance for weekend tee times.

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The Links at Bodega Harbour
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A Robert Trent Jones Jr. coastal links with Pacific views from every hole.
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21301 Heron Drive, Bodega Bay, California 94923
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Daily
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18-hole green fees with cart · Sonoma County resident, NCGA, and military discounts · Twilight and 9-hole rates available
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Moderate
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All ages · Junior Youth on Course rates after 2pm weekdays
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The Links at Bodega Harbour is the Sonoma Coast's championship-tier public course — a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design perched above the Pacific in Bodega Bay, an hour north of San Francisco. The back nine opened in 1978, the front nine completed the eighteen in 1987, and Jones returned for an extensive renovation in 2008 that stripped and rebuilt all eighteen greens and reconstructed roughly ninety-six bunkers. The course holds a four-star Golf Digest Places to Play rating and is annually counted among Northern California's top ten public courses.

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The layout is a true Scottish-style links: par 70 over roughly 6,284 yards, rating 71.8, slope 131, with rolling fairways, native coastal rough, seaside marshes, and ocean views from every one of the eighteen holes. The closing three holes run along the edge of the Pacific, the dramatic finish the course is known for. Wind is the constant defender — the yardage is modest, but an exposed coastal layout plays far longer when the breeze comes up. Director of Golf John Neri and PGA Head Professional Bryan Patterson head up instruction. Sonoma County residents, NCGA members, and military receive posted discounts. It is the closest thing the Sonoma Coast offers to Pebble Beach, at a fraction of the price.

Signature Adventure

The closing three holes along the edge of the Pacific — the dramatic coastal finish that has made Bodega Harbour Northern California's answer to Pebble Beach, at a fraction of the green fee.

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Director of Golf

John Neri is the Director of Golf at The Links at Bodega Harbour, the Robert Trent Jones Jr. links course on the Sonoma Coast. A Sonoma State graduate, he came up through the club as its assistant professional and tournament coordinator before taking the lead role, and he teaches members and guests of every age and ability — from first-timers to seasoned players.

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Bryan Patterson is the Head Golf Professional at The Links at Bodega Harbour, a PGA Class A member who coaches golfers of every age and skill level. Before reaching the Sonoma Coast he was a Certified Personal Coach and Director of Instruction at GOLFTEC, where his data-driven, technology-backed approach earned multiple Outstanding Achievement in Instruction awards. He has also taught at notable courses including Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run, and he favors clear, simple concepts tailored to each player's goals.

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The Oceanfront Closing Three — the dramatic Pacific-edge finish that earns the Pebble Beach comparison.

A Robert Trent Jones Jr. Links — par-70 over roughly 6,284 yards, with ocean views from every hole.

2008 Renovation — all eighteen greens rebuilt and roughly 96 bunkers reconstructed.

Wind Is the Defender — a modest yardage that plays far longer when the coastal breeze comes up.

Four-Star Public — a Golf Digest Places to Play rating, with resident, NCGA, and military discounts.

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Wind layers and rain gear — the course is exposed and the Pacific breeze is a constant. Golf shoes with soft spikes, sun protection, extra balls for the coastal rough. Sonoma County residents, NCGA members, and military should bring ID for the posted discounts.

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Eighteen-hole championship links course, GPS golf car fleet, pro shop, practice facilities, the Bluewater Lounge and snack bar, and PGA instruction headed by Director of Golf John Neri and Head Professional Bryan Patterson.

Price Includes

Eighteen holes on the coastal links with a GPS-equipped golf car. Twilight and nine-hole rates are available; resident, NCGA, and military discounts apply with ID at check-in.

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Club rental and instruction with the golf staff are separate. Food and drink at the Bluewater Lounge and snack bar are not included.

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Not ideal for golfers who struggle in wind — the exposed coastal layout plays difficult when the Pacific breeze is up. Beginners may find the native rough and pot bunkers punishing. The round is best booked in advance for weekend tee times.

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