Most Exclusive Golf and Country Clubs in Los Angeles
Los Angeles hides some of the most exclusive golf in the world behind quiet gates — clubs where George Thomas's Golden-Age architecture, canyon settings, and Hollywood-and-CEO membership rolls make a tee time one of the hardest to come by in the country.
From the tournament stage of Riviera to the canyon puzzle of Bel-Air and the U.S. Open pedigree of LACC, here are the private clubs that define the top of the LA golf pyramid.
Palos Verdes Golf Club
Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Most of these clubs are invitation-only or require member sponsorship, but several open the door for charity events and reciprocal play — often the only way in for the rest of us.