Golf Course Review
Santa Cruz, CA
18 holesPar 72upscale
#75 in Americacommunity rating
Pasatiempo Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 72 course located in Santa Cruz, California. This semi-private gem represents a celebrated example of thoughtful course design that architecture enthusiasts rank alongside some of the sport's most revered layouts. The course welcomes golfers seeking a design-forward experience in the coastal Santa Cruz area.
Pasatiempo draws players who appreciate refined course architecture and the opportunity to play a layout that resonates with serious students of the game. On First Loop, Pasatiempo ranks #10 in California and #75 nationally, reflecting its standing among the country's most respected courses.
MacKenzie's finest accessible course. Santa Cruz semi-private gem that architecture devotees rank with Augusta and Cypress.
Pasatiempo Golf Club is rated 8.6/10 by real golfers on First Loop. Ratings are based on head-to-head Elo comparisons — no editorial bias.
Pasatiempo Golf Club is a golf course located in Santa Cruz, California. It is a 18-hole, par 72 course.
Pasatiempo Golf Club is ranked #75 in America by the First Loop community. Rankings are determined by Elo head-to-head comparisons from verified golfers, not magazine editors.
Pasatiempo Golf Club earns a strong 8.6/10 from the First Loop community, placing it among the top courses in California.
Pasatiempo Golf Club is categorized as upscale ($$) based on First Loop community data.
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Rankings updated May 2026