With its glorious sunshine and magnificent climate, there's really never a bad time to visit San Diego. But for golfers, this spring offers a last chance to test their skills at Torrey Pines before it plays host to this summer's U.S. Open.
The Torrey Pines South course, home of the Buick Invitational, has long presented Tour golfers with one of their stiffest challenges of the year. It's immense length, snarly kikuya rough and tricky greens are a stern but fair test for golfers of all skill levels. And because it's open to public play, Torrey gives amateurs a rare opportunity to see golf the way the pros do. Perched on the bluffs overlooking La Jolla's immaculate coastline, Torrey Pines offers stunning views that quickly erase any memories of wayward tee shots or costly three putts. And speaking of costly, the green fees aren't cheap. But by using the money you save staying at a San Diego area Motel 6, you can make a round at Torrey Pines feel like a bargain.