Los Angeles Country Club (North Course)
- Par
- 70
- Yardage
- 7,088yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1921
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
The Los Angeles Country Club's North Course, designed by George Thomas Jr. and William Bell and opened in 1921 amid Beverly Hills, is one of the most secretive and exclusive clubs in America. For decades it quietly refused to host professional events, preserving its members-only ethos. Thomas, a renowned rosarian and amateur golfer, created a course of dramatic elevation changes and strategic variety in an unlikely urban setting. The club finally hosted the 2023 U.S. Open, where Wyndham Clark's victory brought long-overdue recognition to a course that golf insiders already considered among America's finest.
Signature Hole
9th hole, par 4, 510 yards — a sweeping dogleg left on a hillside with a demanding uphill approach to a well-guarded green
Notable Tournaments
- 2023 U.S. Open
- 1954 U.S. Amateur
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Angeles Country Club (North Course) public or private?
Los Angeles Country Club (North Course) is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed Los Angeles Country Club (North Course)?
Los Angeles Country Club (North Course) was designed by George Thomas Jr. & William Bell and opened in 1921.
Where does Los Angeles Country Club (North Course) rank among the top golf courses in America?
Los Angeles Country Club (North Course) ranks #16 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at Los Angeles Country Club (North Course)?
The signature hole at Los Angeles Country Club (North Course) is the 9th hole, par 4, 510 yards — a sweeping dogleg left on a hillside with a demanding uphill approach to a well-guarded green.