Solmar Links- hole 5
Solmar Links was designed by Greg Norman, and opened for play in 2020.
It was originally known as Rancho San Lucas but changed name on a change of ownership.
The course is the centrepiece of a huge resort development
Course
Solmar Links occupies an impressive tract of land, with views of the Pacific Ocean from every hole.
The course moves through vast dunes, a cactus forest in sand that is reminscent of desert golf, and some glorious coastal links..
The paspalum fairways offer a firm playing surface in what is a links like presentation.
There are some lovely holes, but the par 3 island par at hole seventeen is the standout.
The weather was sublime when we visited, but I can only imagine it would be tough going if the wind came up- there is nowhere to hide!
Notable Holes include:
- hole 1 (Ballena Gris) , a lovely winding par 5 adjacent to the frontal dunes and ocean, but with cactus and sandy wasteland evoking a desert feel
Solmar Golf Links- hole 1 tee
Solmar Links- hole 1
- hole 5 (Ballena Franca), a longer par 3 to a green surrounded by sand (see pic top of page)
- hole 6 (Ballena Boreal), a dogleg par 4 requiring a degree of accuracy and a strategic approach to hit the green in regulation.
- hole 8 (Rorcual De Bryde), a twisting downhill par 5 with sea and sand dominating the landscape.
Solmar Links- hole 6
Solmar Links- hole 8
- hole 12 (Cachalote), a long downhill par 4 with vast expanses of sea and sand in the background.
Solmar Links- hole 12
- hole 15 (Ballena Piloto), a strong par 4
Solmar Links- hole 15
- hole 17, a dramatic island par 3
Solmar Links- hole 17
The Baja Peninsula is a great golf destination, and and a wonderful adventure in it's own right.
Travelling Golfers exploring beyond Cabo San Lucas will be rewarded with good golf at Puerto Cortes and Solmar Links, and a crazy good experience up the road at TPC Danzante Bay.
Recommended!
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